Damage to pastures & crops by slugs is a great cost to farmers if they are not managed & kept under control, to the point of having devastating effects.
The threat of slug damage is great at anytime of the year, however their numbers are greatest during spring, declining over summer then increase again in Autumn when weather conditions become favourable for them. Slugs will still be active during summer in areas with high rain fall that provides wet soils.
Topics: Pest & Disease Control, Tips, Hacks & How To's, Pasture & Crop Management
When it comes to Cultivating your paddocks there are several implement options you have at your disposal to get the job done. But first lets consider the purpose of cultivating your soil so we know what we need.
Topics: Cultivation
Time to rethink loading of seed drills & bulk spreaders
With the release of new H&S rules regarding bulk bags & the intention of most leading fertiliser company's to remove the 'single trip' bag from circulation you should be thinking about your options when it comes to loading your seed drill or bulk fert spreader.
Topics: Fertiliser Spreading, Material Handling, Working Safer, Working Smarter
With an opening width of 2.1m and a lift capacity of 2100kg it's no surprise the Rata Bale Clamps are the most popular choice for Farmers & Contractors in NZ. The clamps (or soft hands) are ideal for moving, stacking and transporting bales. The design allows 1 or 2 bales to be lifted at once without damaging the wrap. The Clamps also allow for round bales & square bales up to 1.8m to be handled. Adding to its already heavy duty & durable design is a greasable equaliser bar for superior handling - no more swaying around the paddock, creating high pressure points on the bale and putting up with increased risk of rips or tears - choose the Rata Bale Clamps.
Topics: Bale Handling & Storage, Working Smarter
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