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New Cattle Yards improve efficiency and safety at Rakaia Island Dairy Farm

Nestled between the forks of the Rakaia River, Rakaia Island is one of New Zealand's largest dairy operations, with 6 farms, 5,000 cows, and 2,500 young stock spread across 3,000 hectares. At the heart of this thriving family-owned enterprise is Duncan Bridgeman, the Livestock & Cropping Manager, who recently upgraded their facilities with a new Te Pari Cattle Yard and Lenta Crush. This custom-designed setup has significantly enhanced efficiency and safety on the farm, making cattle handling easier and more enjoyable for the staff.

Enhancing Efficiency and Accuracy with a Racewell Sheep Handler

High Greenbury Farm Ltd., located in the UK, has a rich history dating back to the 1950s when Rob Atkinson's grandparents first purchased 66 acres of land. Today, Rob, his wife, and their three children run a thriving sheep fattening operation, processing around 50,000 to 60,000 store lambs each year. To manage this large-scale operation efficiently, the Atkinsons rely on advanced farming technology, specifically the Racewell Sheep Handlers and Revolution Auto Dosing Guns.

Farming Alone on a Remote Island, with a Racewell JR

Shona Strange farms alone on Shapinsay, a remote Orkney island, managing 80 ewes with the help of the Te Pari Racewell JR Sheep Handler. This equipment, designed for solo use, simplifies sheep handling with user-friendly controls and anti-backing flaps.

Introducing the New Auto-Catch Hydraulic Cattle Crush

Cattle handling just got a whole lot faster & easier with the introduction of our latest innovation: the Taurus Auto-Catch Hydraulic Cattle Crush. Designed for large operations and feedlots with efficiency and safety in mind, this cutting-edge system offers a range of features that streamline the handling process, ensuring a smooth and stress-free experience for both operators and livestock and features:

• World-First Auto Catching Hydraulic Headbail
• Safety Sensors in Vet & Headbail Access Gates
• Automatic: Weighing, Tag Recording, Drafting
• Hydraulic Chin Lifter, Vet Access Gate, Side Squeeze
• Remote Control Operation

Upgrading for Efficiency: Peter Stone’s new Racewell HD4 Sheep Handler

In the heart of Woodstock West, Victoria Peter Stone and his team are transforming the way they manage their mixed sheep and crop enterprise, thanks to the remarkable capabilities of the new Racewell HD4 Sheep Handler. Read on to find out how the new features have positively impacted their operation.

Cattle Yard Design Focus: SY107 Plan

Te Pari’s SY107 yard plan is designed to handle up to 100 head of cattle effortlessly. It is a very popular option for mid-sized cattle operations in New Zealand and Australia. It’s safe and efficient and designed so it can be easily used by a solo operator – eliminating the need for extra farm staff in the yards.