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What August Means for a British Farmer.

So, we have reached the peak of summer; this month sees the start of the preparation for next year with autumn on the horizon, Ploughing begins for the next batch of crops. The combine harvesters are out in force as the main tool for crop harvesting. The lambs born during the spring will start to be weaned during August and the coming months and will be grazing on the fields  In Equine Wellness it would be good to know the signs of heat stress, without taking the proper steps heat stress could be really dangerous for your horses. Become accustomed to the signs of heat stress which include weakness, stumbling & increased temperature. To help counteract this it could be a good idea to provide access to copious amounts of fresh water, salt or mineral blocks, and a well-ventilated barn.  Keep an eye out next month, for our September preview. If you would like any more information on our  Agricultural, Equestrian and Industrial steel building contact using ...

How to minimise flies, in your Equestrian barn/stable

British summer time is in full swing & we are in full heat wave mode all across the country. As much as we are enjoying this glorious weather it means  no more horse blankets and the flies have started to emerge. If flies have had you and your horses frustrated in the past, and you would like to learn more about minimising the amount attracted to your barn or stables check out our hot tips! Manure Pile ·       Ideally, your manure pile should be located away from the barn because it will attract flies. ·        By positioning your manure away from your barn, you’re drawing flies away, instead of to, your stable. ·       make sure that you can easily access it with a truck and tractor if you plan to have it hauled away. Alternatively, you might want to use a small trailer or dumpster, rather than creating a manure pile. Barn Ventilation ·       make s...

Why you should house livestock in a steel framed building

  Famers have become accustom to having wooden livestock houses on their lands. It’s one of the most recognisable sights on a farm land. Due to the traditional nature of this building material. It is also identified as cheaper options. However, they could be costing your farm more than you think. The use of steel buildings for livestock houses has gained popularity, due to the versatility and durability of the material. Steel also gives a more modern aesthetic. It’s more common to see them utilised for storage but there’s no reason they can’t be used for livestock as well. If you’re not convinced, here are a few misconceptions about wooden farm buildings, and why steel is more effective. Steel costs less overall Some people may believe that a wooden livestock house will cost less. By using wood instead of steel, they are saving money. Forgetting that the costs of having a building is not only what you pay upfront for the building and erecting costs. Ongoing maintenance sho...