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diary dates
MAY CWG Canine Day Stratford Hill Horse Trials AUGUST
Thursday May 20th 2010 June 19th – 20th 2010
CWG Farmers Day Equifest
8am - 5pm Stratford St Mary
Tuesday May 18th 2010 August 19th – 22nd 2010
CWG Newark Colchester, CO7 6PA
8am - 8pm East of England Showground,
Unit 6, Worktown,
CWG Melton Mowbray
Northern Road, Newark, JULY Peterborough, PE2 6XE
1 Snow Hill, Melton Mowbray,
Leicestershire. LE13 1PD
Notts. NG24 2EU
CWG Market Rasen
Northampton Country Fair
July 4th 2010
SEPTEMBER
CWG Fauld The Land Rover Burghley
Gallamore Lane, Market Rasen, Brafield on the Green –
Fauld, Burton on Trent, Horse Trials
Lincs. LN8 3HZ Northampton, NN7 IBJ
Staffs. DE13 9HR September 2nd – 5th 2010
CWG Worksop
CWG Towcester Just Dogs Live Burghley Park, Stamford,
8 Claylands Avenue,
Old Greens Norton Road, July 9th – 11th 2010 PE9 3JY
Dukeries Ind Est, Worksop,
Towcester, Northants. NN12 8AX East of England Showground, Visit the CWG stand within
Notts. S81 7BQ
CWG Colchester Peterborough, PE2 6XE the horse village at this event!
Birchwood Farm, JUNE
Birchwood Road, Dedham,
The Rutland
Buckminster & OCTOBER
Colchester, Essex. CO7 6HX Sewstern Show
Agricultural Show East of England
July 11th 2010
CWG Equestrian Day June 6th 2010 Autumn Show
Buckminster Park, Grantham
Thursday May 13th 2010 Burley on the Hill, October 10th 2010
NG33 SRU
8am - 8pm Oakham, LE15 7TE East of England Showground,
CWG Dereham Visit the CWG stand Festival of Hunting Peterborough, PE2 6XE
Hall Lane, Greens Road Ind Est, at this event! July 21st 2010
Dereham, Norfolk. NR20 3TG East of England Showground,
The East of England Show Peterborough, PE2 6XE
CWG Stamford
June 18th – 20th 2010
Uffington Road, Stamford,
East of England Showground,
Lincs. PE9 2HD
Peterborough, PE2 6XE
CWG Bury St Edmunds
Chapel Pond Hill,
Bury St Edmunds,
Suffolk. IP32 7HT
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welcome new faces store offers
In the company’s previous farm Ian White CE
newsletter I mentioned that we had 9 EWPRI
reviewed our business, created a Agricultural Sales Manager
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business plan and had started to
implement the necessary changes to
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We welcome Ian back to CWG. CWG COUNTRY
create a sustainable business moving Ian brings with him experience CHOICE DOG FOOD
the company forward. I am pleased to within the Agricultural Sector
inform all our farm customers that we having previously been a CWG Adult Maintenance, Puppy
are ‘on track’ and sales are starting to develop in line with our Store Manager and Area Sales WEEDWALLOP Junior, Senior Lite, Active &
strategic vision. The spirit within the business is very positive Manager. He has extensive Working Dog. 15kg.
and I am receiving excellent feedback from the majority of knowledge of the spray chemical
Weedwallop is a ready
our customers and I thank you all for your continuing industry and is B.A.S.I.S qualified. to use multi purpose was £14.99
support. We have employed two more area sales managers We are excited to have Ian within weedkiller for use outside now £9.99 a bag!
who will have started their new role by the time you read this the industry once again. Ian will be the house or yard. 5 Ltr. ZERO RATED
article; I wish them every success with CWG and trust they responsible for direct sales within
bring with them the knowledge and expertise that you the the Fauld/Darley Dale trading area.
farmer have asked for.
£ 2 £ 6
VE VE
Contact details:
As the weather improves, after a late spring, we see the grass
SA SA
Ian White | 07860 665420 | ian.white@cwg.co.uk D&H
growth now improving which in turn triggers the need for
the yearly sourcing of crop packaging materials. This year INDOREX SPRAY* BUILD & GLOW
this category will be slightly hindered by increasing polymer This house spray contains both Ideal for showing,
prices, yet we have managed to obtain competitive product Sarah Mills an insecticide to kill adult fleas competition and
and prices which our reps will offer you. We have had a
Agricultural Sales Manager in the carpet and a flea racehorses. 20kg.
tremendously successful fencing offer this season, which
hormone that prevents flea New Introductory Price.
has now finished although we still have stocks available at
very reasonable prices. Over May and June we will be hosting Sarah has successfully worked in larvae from pupating. 500ml. was £24.95
‘Farmer days’ in store with even more offers to help you the CWG Telesales team for a
was £13.99 now £18.95
manage your business, I look forward to welcoming you number of years, and we are now
happy to announce that she will now £11.99 ZERO RATED
in your local CWG store.
take on the role of Agricultural
I would like to take this opportunity to wish you all a Sales Manager. As well has having
extensive knowledge of CWG 4 EE
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successful Summer,
Sarah has previously worked on a FR
mixed farm for 3 years and is also fo %
AMTRA qualified. We are thrilled to 2 50
have Sarah take on this new
James Miller - CEO challenge; she will be based out
of our Stamford office covering
FLY REPELLENT
the local trading area. LEVINGTON GRO�BAG* ADVANCED
Specially treated to absorb
water easily. 30 Ltr. One application lasts
Contact details: 72 hours. 750ml.
Sarah Mills | 07711 650620 | sarah.mills@cwg.co.uk normally £2.49 each
now 2 for £4.00 £13.89
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Stamford & Rutland NFU Meeting o r£ NE
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CWG and the NFU have had a historical working relationship.
3f LEVINGTON
For their RGM on 14th April, the NFU were guests of CWG at
MULTI PURPOSE
Stamford. During their quarterly meeting James Miller CEO COMPOST*
updated members on the way forward for the company which Multi Purpose Compost with
included a question and answers session and were given a patented waterlock system.
presentation of the future of the red meat market by Robert Use for beds and borders, FEBREZE
Maughton, Sales Director of BOCM-Pauls (far left). With world COTTON FRESH
hanging baskets, pots and
consumption out stripping supply; the future for the stock farmer
looks to be in a strong position. Following the presentation, tubs. 70 Ltr. Air freshener. 400ml.
lunch was kindly provided by BOCM and discussions on the £4.66 A BAG £3.95
subject continued. Due to the success of this event we are keen
for other regional NFU Chairmen to use our facilities and build
on this very encouraging collaborative approach. Please make Offers end May 27th 2010 exclusions apply. Free delivery is applicable on all orders over £175 (ex VAT). Only selected products qualify for delivery.
contact with Malcom Jesson at Stamford on 01780 758730 for Subject to the product being available and whilst stocks. The CWG returns policy applies – this does not affect your statutory rights.
further information. *Offers continue after May 27th 2010
Prices Inc VAT. Unless stated otherwise.
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summer equine focus EID tags
FLY PROTECTION FEED Gemma Webster
Advanced fly spray Build and Glow Dereham
Store Manager
Ritchey’s EID Tags
Net-tex 20kg Dodson and Horrell RD2000 Autotagger® EID
Ritchey’s RD2000 tags are Following on from the launch of the Ritchey Autotagger® in
As summer brings its annual plague of biting insects, the array of Deciding what to feed your horse is a known for their exceptionally Autumn 2009, the Company has introduced the Autotagger® EID,
sprays, creams, gels and wipes on the market seems to be ever- complicated matter especially if you need high retention rates, and the which can be loaded with up to 10 tags at a time. It is believed to
increasing ranging from the most traditional natural solutions to to add weight and condition to a horse with company has added a version be the only device of its kind that also offers livestock keepers the
powerful synthetic substances. So, how do you know which one an excitable temperament. Leading Equine Feed to comply with the new EID option of alternating EID (electronic identification) tags with visual
to choose? manufacturers Dodson and Horrell have created tagging legislation. It can or non-EID tags. The Alternates™ will allow five sheep to be
a new and improved formulation called Build & be put in the ear using a tagged, before the device needs to be reloaded.
Some horse owners will only want to use natural products on their Glow, now available at CWG stores! standard RD2000 applicator,
horses but this doesn't necessarily mean that they will have the The product is already proving hugely popular so there is no need to buy an The option of alternating one EID tag, followed by one standard
most effective formulation. There is no legal requirement for with studs and show producers. additional applicator. tag, is ideal for producers wishing to retain sheep on their farm for
manufacturers to prove the safety and efficacy of natural active breeding purposes.
ingredients in equine insect repellents. However, the regulations New Build and Glow is designed to be fed as an addition to your RD2000 tags are easy to apply
covering the use of synthetic chemicals mean that they have been horse’s existing diet. It is ideal for show horses, competition horses, and it is the unique snag-free The device is also capable of handling EID tags only. This is
subjected to extensive research, testing and approval by the sales prepping and racehorses as well as those leisure horses which design that is valued so much particularly relevant in Northern Ireland and Scotland, where
Health and Safety Executive. As a result, considerably more is require condition but are highly strung or are fussy eaters or more by sheep breeders. There are 10 colours to choose from for the slaughter tags must be electronic. The EID slaughter tag is being
known about the exact properties of synthetic repellents and simply for owners who would like to see their horses with a healthy, visual match up tag and Ritchey also sell an optional flag tag to recommended by auction marts across the country, to give
their value has been scientifically demonstrated. shiny coat. incorporate management information. This additional flag can be keepers greater choice when they come to market their animals.
applied at installation or later, by using a pair of castration pliers to Meanwhile, some producers have indicated a preference for
Stocked at all CWG stores, Net-Tex Fly Repellent Advanced Build and Glow contains a blend of fats from palm oil, full fat attach over the male part of the tag. double tagging all their sheep, to give them a wider range of sale
formulation is a highly researched, HSE approved, effective and long soya & full fat linseed providing a highly digestible, palatable options, and ensure their full compliance with the new rules.
lasting formulation of DEET, Tea Tree Oil and a newly developed supplement for weight gain and overall condition. As with all
natural compound. Blended with conditioners and moisturisers to Dodson and Horrell feeds, they are guaranteed free from prohibited Other EID tags from Ritchey
enhance its longevity, Net-Tex Fly Repellent Advanced formulation substances such as gamma oryzanol that is commonly associated In addition to the EID version of the RD2000, Ritchey supplies a
is a cost effective way to provide maximum protection for your with rice bran weight gain products, particularly important for those Sheep Button Tag for those farmers preferring to use buttons.
horse with ONE application lasting for up to three days! competing under rules. Build and Glow contains essential fatty acids The visual match up to this tag is also available in a wide range of
for skin & coat condition and provides controlled, slow releasing colours and both tags are applied with the same applicator.
energy to help minimise excitability. The recipe is enhanced with
ROUNDWORMS vitamin E and QLC Antioxidants to help support the immune
Eraquell® Tabs system. Build & Glow is cooked using a process known as extrusion
resulting in a small pellet that easily combines with your horse’s Allflex Cattle tag range We have an extensive range of sheep EID and visual tags. Allflex
have the Bubblegum, Babe, and Button tags approved as EID tags
existing feed, making it a practical alternative to adding a for sheep to comply with the new EID rules and regulations.
VIRBAC big messy, glug of oil that might cause a horse to back off its feed.
Allflex has a comprehensive range of both official and management
cattle tags. The Allflex official range features the ULTRA Senior Bubblegum and Babe tags have long been the farmer’s first choice
(large) and Junior (medium) primary tag. The secondary option for long term sheep tags that can be applied from birth due to the
Worming horses can be a stressful and messy experience for many A 20kg bag of Build and Glow will last the average 500kg horse fed includes the choice of a Senior Junior, Junior (with management fact that you can apply them as a one piece loop tag then once
but Virbac Animal Health are making worming horses easy! The at maintenance level (500g per day), 40 days. information/barcode print if required) metal or button. With its applied they can be split to be a two piece, dramatically improving
makers of Equimax® Tabs as featured in the spring issue have unique features the ULTRA tag is set apart from the competition: their retention. The Bubblegum and Babe tags are revolutionary in
introduced another innovative, easy-to-use worming tablet for that the FDX chip will be located in the pin of the tag so the tag is
summer use, Eraquell® Tabs, available now at all CWG stores! • The ULTRA tag has a propeller effect - the two sections of the still flush to the ear without having a chip exposed on one side of
Eraquell Tabs can be fed from the hand like a treat or alternatively tag can spin independently, so reducing the chance of the tag the tag, making the more likely to get caught and pulled out. The
combined with a small amount of the horse’s bucket feed. being ripped out lightweight EID Button is also available as a HDX chip on request.
• The ULTRA tag now has a reinforced shoulder to improve
Internal parasites in horses are an important concern to owners durability The Babe tag is ideal for pedigree farmers who want to fit
because of the diseases caused by a worm burden such as colic, • Female has a unique tamperproof black head to comply with management information as it has increased visibility due to the
diarrhoea, weight loss, poor condition and poor performance. current regulations large surface area for printing. The Bubblegum and Babe will still be
All horses are infected with worms to some extent and to keep • The female (front) hangs lower than the male (back) to available as visual secondary tags so you can have a pair of
the burden to a minimum you should have a worming programme improve visibility Bubblegum or Babe tags to fulfil regulations. For the visual tags you
in place. Using Eraquell® Tabs in conjunction with Equimax® Tabs BEFORE • For increased retention ensure you use the correct applicator, also have the choice from the Allflex range of an Ovina, Button and
form the basis of a strategic worm control programme designed the Allflex Universal Total Tagger with its unique red pin Ace tag. These all make excellent long term secondary tags to
Shelley Greenwood,
to minimise dosing while still effectively treating key equine comply with full EID.
a counter assistant
parasites at appropriate times of year. Allflex have recently launched a NEW EID cattle flag tag. Over the
working at our CWG
Dereham store past 15 years Allflex has pioneered the development of Electronic For EID slaughter batch tags Allflex can supply the Electromatic
Eraquell® Tabs contain Ivermectin which effectively controls Identification and has recently gained PAS66:2005 approval for an which has a 10 shot fully automatic applicator, giving the farmer an
owns an 18yr old
roundworms and bots in an apple-flavoured tablet, maximsing official EID flag tag, this can be used as a primary or secondary tag. easy to apply and quick solution to tagging for slaughter, this is an
ex-racehorse which
palatability for your horse. Eraquell® Tabs are used at the rate of electronic version of the well-known Adamatic. For visual (non EID)
struggled to keep
one tablet per 100kg of bodyweight and one tube treats up to
800kg making them ideal for large horses or those with horses
condition, you can
clearly see the
Allflex Sheep tag range batch tags we can supply the Adamatic, a 10 shot automatic, the
Fleximatic, a 25 shot semi-automatic and the single shot D-tag, all
who object to traditional tube worming. For five decades, Allflex has been leading the industry in livestock are ideal slaughter batch tags.
improvement after
using D&H ‘Build Identification that incorporates the latest design technologies,
AFTER materials and manufacturing processes. For more details on Allflex livestock tags contact our
and Glow’.
worksop store on 0845 6780520
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crop Following on from his
top tips for good crop Finishing lambs
packaging
packaging, Bob Matthews
covers an area all farmers
should consider, the use
of inoculants to reduce
Bob Matthews ASM for slaughter
The best way of saving is not always the most obvious, the loss of silage due to
such as the price of your chosen netwrap. Consider that Getting an entire lamb crop to hit the “Producers should get feedback wherever possible as the
buying solely based upon the unit price may very well be the aerobic spoilage. information gained is valuable to monitor the progress of the
recipe to higher costs later in the season. It has been proven required specification is not easy and lamb crop, allowing adjustments to be made to nutrition if
that higher quality silage bales produce higher feed value and required.
requires great attention to detail in the
Hi-Dri
milk yields when feeding, due to lower % wastage of the
valuable forage. Likewise, high-value dry crops, such as hay run up to marketing. Steve Powdrill, “When handling live animals,
it is important to bear in mind that
and good dry cereal straw bales maintain their value, both in
usage around the farm and also in monetary terms when EBLEX’s national selection specialist, has sheep, particularly young lambs,
A biological inoculant with natural microbial inhibitor bruise easily, so careful handling
selling at market.
for high dry matter and big bale silage. some important reminders for sheep is required to avoid damage to
Calculating the cost of netwrap used on a bale must also Growers Hi-Dri is specially formulated to improve the quality producers to help them hit the mark. carcases and fleeces.” The key
factor in the amount of the crop it is protecting, no good handling points for lambs are the
of high dry matter and big bale grass silage and
saving a penny or two on the price per bale, to lose 10 times loin, ribs and dock, with the loin
reduce the risk of aerobic spoilage. “Some producers mistakenly decide when
that and more on the wastage that the cheaper net makes being the main guide. Once a lamb
to present lambs for slaughter based on
un-avoidable. By using Premium, genuine Edge to Edge is fit across the loin, the advice is to
Wilting for High Dry Matter what they have done in years gone by,”
netwrap, guaranteed to cover the bale’s surface, is the only market it as quickly as possible, as
Wilting for 12 hours or more has become standard practice to said Steve. “They could greatly improve their
way to maximize your savings potential in these economically anything it gains after that is likely
reach higher dry matters. However, longer wilting results in the returns by monitoring both the condition
challenged times. TamaNet Pro-Tec Edge to Edge, with Tama’s to be fat rather than flesh. It should
proliferation of spoilage organisms, such as coliforms, leading to of their lambs and the market to ensure
unique and patented Edge to Edge technology, has be remembered that lambs have
the loss of valuable nutrients. This means that a highly they choose precisely the right time to
consistently outsold every other make of netwrap in the a smaller eye muscle area than
concentrated inoculant is now essential to out-compete very high Steve Powdrill send them to slaughter.”
UK market for the past 10 years, and is also the netwrap cattle and pigs, so a lamb can
levels of spoilage organisms and reduce pH as quickly as possible.
recommended by all the major round baler producers. quickly become overfat. “Once
Understanding market signals is an essential skill for sheep
This is no accident, it is because this Premium netwrap’s ability a lamb is ready it’s ready,”
Highly Concentrated Formulation producers according to Steve. “The seasonal fluctuations of the
to save money in the long term, from bale coverage and crop Steve said.
As well as delivering a highly concentrated level of Lactobacillus lamb market mean that producers must aim to match their
protection, to time and energy savings from the longer length, plantarum bacteria Growers Hi-Dri also contains the natural production to market demand,” he said.
adds up to savings for the end user at the end of the season. “It’s simply not worth keeping it for
microbial inhibitor found in garlic, Alliin. They work together to
longer if it doesn’t have the genetic
out-compete the higher levels of spoilage organisms present on “Communication with abattoirs and livestock markets is essential.
potential to gain extra muscle depth
wilted grass, consistently dominating fermentation within the first Timely, high quality market information is also available from a
- all it will do is pile on fat.
24 hours. Growers Hi-Dri will reduce the pH quickly, stabilising the variety of sources, including www.eblex.org.uk.”
silage and minimising the loss of valuable nutrients, such as
“Fat takes more energy to put on than muscle and keeping lambs
protein and energy and maintain a cool silage. “Producers should also note that
longer means that producers are likely to be faced with other
while there are many market
issues such as liver fluke and foot rot.”
Total Domination of the Clamp in 24 hours specifications for lamb, R3L fits in
After ensiling for 17 hours, Growers Hi-Dri controlled the excess of 80% of the marketplace.”
If producers are finding that lambs become fit before reaching
fermentation - 83% of the organisms present were lactic acid Frequent, careful handling of the
their target weight, the advice from Steve is to focus on
bacteria from Growers Hi-Dri, compared to only 55% when lambs is then required to ensure
genetics/EBVs (Estimated Breeding Values) in order to improve
traditional additive was used - leading to a faster, more effective they reach their target specification.
their performance for future years. “Selecting a ram with the right
fermentation. “My advice is to assess their condition
TamaNet Edge to Edge is easily recognised by its unique black EBVs will improve the breeding targets in your flock,” Steve added.
on a regular basis (at least once a
and white zebra stripes, it looks different from other netwrap Improves Aerobic Stability fortnight during the growing season)
because it is different. Spending a penny or two more perhaps, “If fat lambs are the issue, look for a ram with a lower fat depth but
Again Growers Hi-Dri resulted in a more stable fermentation than – not just by eye – but also through
is the wisest way of saving a pound or two in the end. good muscle depth and muscularity. Ultimately, these practices
untreated silage, with reduced heating, lower ammonia-N levels, weighing and handling,” Steve said.
should avoid sending stock with poor conformation or excess fat
higher lactic acid concentrations and significantly improved
to the market.”
aerobic stability at feedout. Growers Hi-Dri’s unique formulation
has been consistently shown to overcome the problems
associated with aerobic stability, as well as producing a faster and
more stable fermentation. Producers wanting to learn more about selection,
marketing and lamb specifications can attend an
EBLEX Live to Dead day, which regularly take place
Corn Liquid at abattoirs across England. These practical events
enable producers to handle live lambs and then
A biological inoculant wholecrop and maize silage. view and assess the same lambs as carcases.
For further information call Hellen or Sandra on
Growers Corn is a specially formulated inoculant designed to
improve the feeding quality of maize and wholecrop silage and
0870 609 1840 or email brpevents@eblex.org.uk.
minimise the loss of valuable nutrients by reducing the risk of Producers with a specific selection enquiry can call
aerobic spoilage. The key ingredients of Growers Corn are Alliin, Steve Powdrill on 07990 507299.
a natural microbial inhibitor found in garlic, and a Lactobacillus
bacterium strain.
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wool update choosing the right
Wool prices have risen considerably
since October 2009 due to demand and
limited supply therefore The Wool Board
wormer for cattle at grass
are confident that the higher prices By selecting the right wormer for your system you can increase animal performance,
will be maintained when the wool reduce labour cost and take care of the environment all at the same time.
auctions start for the 2010 clip. There is no haulage charge for wool delivered into our grading
depot at Stamford, the Intermediate depots at Helmdon near
Brackley, Chearsley near Aylesbury, all open from 4th May, and Farmers have a wide choice of wormers By using CYDECTIN Cattle Pour-On (moxidectin) farmers will
The Wool Board explains “farmers can this year look forward to an Hunningham near Leamington Spa, open from 19th May. available for use on cattle at grass with benefit from the longest dosing interval which means fewer
increased wool cheque, with the average increase in the region of varying claims and application methods. treatments are needed throughout the grazing season, saving
10p per kilo, depending on the type of wool. During the selling Wool delivered to CWG depots at Towcester, Rasen, Worksop, Some treat only internal parasites others labour costs and the stress of additional cattle treatments, often
season we saw the British Fleece Wool Price Indicator, which is the Bury and Dereham plus the two individual farm collection treat both internal and certain external when other pressing jobs need doing.
average selling price of our main grades, reaching 120p which is centres at Flordon and Mercaston will be charged at the 2009 parasites, often with different periods of
the highest level this has reached for 15 years”. rate of £4.25 per bag. activity and of course different cost. The low environmental impact of CYDECTIN means that several
Roger Daniel ASM organic and traditional farming bodies prohibit the use of
This, coupled with the ‘Wool Project’ launched by HRH Prince of Tim Taylor - Wool Manager, Julie and the Wool Team are on hand There is only one wormer however that avermectins but many allow the use of moxidectin. If dung beetle
Wales in January of this year, to include a ‘Wool Week’ in October, to ensure that the 2010 season runs as smoothly as possible. provides long duration of action with the shortest meat withhold, populations are allowed to flourish they can provide a vital service
should hopefully mean that wool producers see a steady increase with proven animal performance and a minimal impact on dung to the farmer. They help to degrade dung pats which reduce the
in the market for wool and wool products. dwelling insects – CYDECTIN® 0.5% Pour-On for Cattle. areas of rejected grazing and help to increase the soil fertility and
structure, whilst at the same time lowering both the worm larval
Here in the Wool Department at CWG, preparations have been
made for the start of the new season and the warehouse is all
The British Wool Marketing Board CYDECTIN Cattle Pour-On is based on moxidectin the most potent contamination and nuisance fly populations. All in all dung
and persistent wormer available. It is the active ingredient in all of beetles can help promote grazing efficiency, increasing profits
clean and tidy, equipment has been checked and repaired as The BWMB Board has a number of marketing and promotion the CYDECTIN range which also includes long acting injections for and reduce cost through lower inputs. Dung beetles really are the
necessary and paperwork in order awaiting the 2010 clip. initiatives in place to raise awareness of wool as a natural cattle and sheep, oral drench for sheep and the new CYDECTIN farmer’s friend.
product as well as the environmental benefits of wool. TriclaMox combination fluke and worm drench for sheep. No other
Empty wool sheets have been delivered to each individual farm These include the ‘Origin is Everything’ campaign, the ‘Shades range exists like it in parasite control. Following the purchase of Fort Dodge last year, Pfizer decided to
by grading staff. This always proves to be a useful PR exercise as it of Nature’ yarn showcase, ‘Cloth Development’ as well as the retain the CYDECTIN franchise because of the benefits the product
enables the producers and graders direct access to one another aboutwool.com website designed to inspire consumers and range provides to the farmer. No other range exists in animal
and any problems or comments regarding the coming season, or give a lifestyle website completely about wool. We are also health and it is now supported by the Pfizer VPS team of account
information required by the producers, is dealt with on an involved, and welcome, the ‘Wool Project’, a campaign managers, head office and field based vets.
individual level. launched in January led by HRH the Prince of Wales, which is
a generic wool campaign across the commonwealth nations.
Producers are able to deliver their clip to Stamford within a We see the ‘Wool Project’ as an exciting campaign that will
week of ringing for an appointment and, in many cases, can raise the profile of wool, and hopefully, increase the demand
deliver within a couple of days. Please contact Julie Gregg, for wool. The future of wool as a quality natural renewable
Wool Administrator, on 01780 758735 for an appointment or fibre has never been better!
any queries.
The Pour-On formulation is the only
product to provide all these features:
• The longest dosing interval of any Pour-On wormer -
8 – 10 weeks
• Shortest meat withhold of any Pour-On wormer - 14 days Only this spring, another moxidectin-based product was launched,
• High liveweight gains CYDECTIN TriclaMox oral solution for Sheep, which provides the
• Rain fast formulation – use before, during or after rain only persistent worm drench together with the flukicide which
• No resistance known in cattle treats all stages of fluke.
• Low environmental impact – the lowest toxicity to dung
dwelling insects of all the ML group
For further information on worming cattle with CYDECTIN Pour-On or any
of the products in the CYDECTIN range contact Roger on 07711 650 632
who will be happy to answer your questions.
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fly control offers getting your calves off
to the best possible start
colostrum plus quality calf milk replacer
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If maternal colostrum is unavailable, of poor quality, or in
blowfly functional food properties For up to 8 weeks cover against short supply, then there is a natural alternative. Volac Calf
The rule of thumb: a calf should receive at least three litres of good Volostrum contains a highly digestible source of energy and it
on sheep. and insect repellent activity. nuisance flies on cattle. quality colostrum in the first six hours of life in order to acquire is of consistent quantity and quality. What’s more, Volostrum
sufficient antibodies and leaving the calf to suckle naturally from is EBL free and remains unaffected by the recent ban on
the cow does not always ensure that this happens. colostrums imported from outside the EU.
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£2 £3 continuous suckling to consume three litres of colostrum from the
Controlled trial findings at the Royal Veterinary College
confirmed that Volostrum was a highly effective alternative to
cow. However, research has shown that more than one third of cow colostrum. The trial involved dividing 150 calves into
calves born in UK herds fail to suckle enough colostrum naturally three equal groups. The first group suckled colostrum for up
when left with the cow during these crucial first few hours. to 24 hours after birth; the second group was fed both
colostrum and Volostrum while the third group of calves was
FLYPOR 2. Quality fed Volostrum only.
TARGET Colostrum varies in quality from cow to cow; for example
colostrum from cows in their second or later lactations usually The results showed that the calves fed solely Volostrum were
PACK contains more antibodies to protect against disease. These
BUTOX SWISH as healthy and viable as the calves in the other two groups.
Permethrin animals have been exposed to a wider range of pathogens and Indeed, weight gains to six weeks were better than for calves
based pour on TARGET PACK will therefore transfer a wider range of antibodies into their fed colostrum only, indicating that Volostrum supplied
giving up to 8 weeks For up to 8 weeks cover against colostrum. complete protection and energy.
cover against flies on cattle. 12Ltr nuisance flies on cattle. 12Ltr
Where herd health is good, colostrum from mature cows should Finally, in the next issue of our newsletter, we’re planning to
be stored and fed to calves born from heifers. However, if any tell you more about the benefits of feeding Growers Calf Milk
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more than 60% offered their calves’ whole milk. Whole milk
may be perceived to be the cheapest,
Those six litres of colostrum must be drunk within the first six however the figures simply don’t
hours simply because that’s the period when the calf’s gut is ‘open’ stack up, and it is far from ideal.
and in a position to absorb the large antibody molecules. Over the Whole milk is inconsistent in quality
VETRAZIN CROVECT first 24 hours, the gut gradually closes to these molecules and and can spread disease from dam
Up to 8 weeks Both a absorption eventually stops. to calf. On the other hand, Growers
Calf Milk + will ensure your calves
cover against preventative
Therefore it is essential that sufficient colostrum is given to calves are receiving consistent quality
fly strike with and a quickly, ideally within the first hour. Although it is important to milk, it simplifies daily management
a shorter FLECTRON TAGS treatment remember that feeding colostrum for the first three days of life can routines, and equally important,
withdrawal Impregnated Cattle Tags. for fly strike have other benefits, and has been shown to encourage rapid gut it is the most cost effective option
period. Treats up to 5 months. on sheep. development and lay a solid foundation for fast healthy growth in at today’s milk prices.
the future.
Call your ASM (Agricultural Sales Manager), Sales Team or simply call in to your local CWG store for details on
quantity discounts. All prices exclude VAT
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control those weeds how to beat cattle
before they grow flies this season Mike Walpole ASM
With the fly season just around the The most effective approach to managing flies on any farm
remains treating early and maintaining cover for the entire season
corner, now is the ideal time to plan with regular re-treatments. Delaying the first treatment until fly
populations reach nuisance levels can have a dramatic effect on
ahead to prevent problems later on. the number of flies you’ll see on your farm, since as temperatures
Flies, as well as being a nuisance to increase so does the breeding rate of flies. Treating early and
before temperatures rise will have a knock-on benefit for the
cattle and staff, are implicated in the remainder of the season and help keep populations at
manageable levels.
spread of a number of diseases, so
planning ahead and choosing the right Remember:
Broadleaved weeds in grass are bad Treat in Early April product can have a significant impact
• Calves bothered by stable flies have been shown to have
lower liveweight gain
news. They compete for light, water “In the south treatment could start as early as the beginning of
April - as long as docks have reached the rosette stage and are on the day-to-day running of any farm • High yielding cows when bothered by flies have lower dry
matter intakes which can lead to drops in milk yield and body
and nutrients. Without them more actively growing, and look green and healthy. Red blue leaves
and, in the longer term, the health and condition, and ultimately affects fertility
indicate the plants have been frosted, and uptake of herbicide
grass would grow, more silage could will be poor. productivity of stock.
• Butox SWISH is the only pour-on fly treatment that kills
nuisance and biting flies for up to 8-10 weeks following
be made, more animals grazed and “Docks respond well to nitrogen so a good time to spray them is
a single application
more milk or meat produced per acre. two to four weeks after first fertiliser application. “If it is not
But what properties of the many products available for controlling
flies should you consider when making the important decision for
possible to treat pre-first cut, leaving the aftermath for two to
three weeks to allow sufficient re-growth before spraying will also
a whole season's fly control. The key areas to consider are BREAKING NEWS
New Leys give good control, as weeds will be at a uniform stage of
• What is the length of protection offered?
• How potent is the active ingredient? A recently undertaken trial which is soon being published in
Broad leaf weed control in grass and development,” says Malcolm.
• How easy is it to apply? Parasitology Research will reassure users that Butox SWISH
clover leys Alistell – is the preferred
works as well on rainy days as warm, dry ones. The study was
option where clover is included in
Not all fly control treatments offer the same length of protection undertaken to demonstrate that the product remained
mixture. As active weed growth is Grass-safety against the flies likely to be problematic on UK farms. So, be sure effective after rainfall.
required, earlier applications to When treating weeds early it is important to select a herbicide that
smaller seedlings weeds are more to check the treatment intervals before purchasing, since even a
will not damage the grass. two week difference in protection period could result in having to In order to simulate a typical wet summer, water was poured
affective. Spray from when the grass
apply a further treatment during the season. A product like Butox over cows treated with Butox SWISH twice a week ensuring that
is at the 2 leaf stage and when White “Translocated herbicides such as Doxstar control target weeds SWISH offers unparalleled pour-on fly control for up to 8-10 weeks. the coat was thoroughly wet each time. Then, hair clipped from
Clover has the 1st trifoliate leaf. without checking the important first flush of spring grass growth,” It is important that the product you choose has the ability to kill the legs of treated animals, was collected and Culicoides
says Robin Bentley of Dow AgroSciences. So docks can be tackled flies effectively and quickly, and is effective against a wide range of midges (those capable of spreading the Bluetongue virus when
Broad leaf weed control in grass only early without concern. problem flies. Butox SWISH, which contains a unique micronised they bite stock) were put in contact with the hair. Regardless of
leys Pasror + Companion Gold is the
formulation of the potent active ingredient deltamethrin, has how long the midges were exposed to the hair, they all died.
best option for the control of “The first cut of silage should be the best in terms of yield and been proven to be effective against the many species of fly found Even after being made wet twice a week for four weeks, Butox
chickweed, mayweed, seedling docks and a wide range of other quality and it is important not to do anything to compromise this. on UK farms that are known to be problematic. SWISH was still effective at killing midges.
broadleaved weeds. Pastor can be applied from the 3 leaf stage of Modern translocated herbicides do a good job on weeds but will
the grass and has good crop safety. not adversely affect the grass. The way they work also gives longer How a product is applied can also make a difference. Simplicity The conclusion of this study is that Butox SWISH remains
lasting control – not only in the year of application but for two to is everything, as is easily being able to recognise treated effective despite rainfall and is the only product proven with
three years after.” rainfast data. In practice, the product should be applied to dry
Clean up silage leys before first cut animals. Butox SWISH comes with its own applicator that makes
applying along the backline very easy indeed. The formulation cattle, and you should wait for it to dry fully before turning
An early assault on docks growing in grass leys will protect silage Traditionally thistles have been cut or treated with MCPA in July. means you can easily see treated stock, thus preventing the cattle out into rainy conditions.
yields and quality according to Malcolm Jesson of CWG “Docks are This will remove the tops but will have little overall impact on the risk of double treating.
bad news in grassland as they compete for light, nutrients and root system. For lasting control thistles need to be treated when
moisture,” explains Malcolm “Trials have shown that a 10% they are young and actively growing with little stem. Apply For further details contact Mike on 07860 591 538
infestation of docks will cause 10% loss of grass; equivalent to one Thistlex + Companion Gold in April or May where thistles become
trailer load of silage in ten.” too large for effective control, top them and spray the re-growth
“Docks are also unpalatable with only 65% the feed value of grass.
six to eight weeks later.
Chance to WIN a trailer
They can also adversely affect silage fermentation which reduces For further information and advice please contact your CWG Cattle farmers around the country now have the opportunity to
feed quality still further.” Agricultural Sales Manager or your local Agrovista Limited enter a draw to win a new cattle trailer courtesy of
Agronomist. Intervet/Schering-Plough, manufacturers of fly treatment, Butox®
With an estimated 15% of productive grassland infested with
SWISH. The competition highlights the importance of long term fly
docks and 12.5 million seeds/ha in the top 15cm of soil, docks are Alistell is the trade mark of United Phosphorus Limited
Companion Gold is the trade mark of Ciba Speciality Chemicals Ltd
control this summer and the importance of choosing a product
a formidable foe. Fields used for silage are most at risk due to the
Doxstar, Thistlex and Pastor are trade marks of Dow AgroSciences LLC proven to remain effective even in heavy rainfall.
open nature of the sward which allows easy spread of established
docks and germination of viable seed.
Always read the label. Use pesticides safely. To enter, farmers must visit their normal prescribing professional
(trade outlet, retailer, merchant or vet) to discuss their fly control
and management protocol. The entry coupon has to be
completed and validated in-store and sent off. The closing date for
the competition is 31st July 2010 (terms and conditions apply).
Ask in store for details!
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national
flea
summer pet focus month getting to grips with
Flea and Tick Control
MERIAL Frontline
livestock handling Bob Matthews ASM
If you have a cat or dog, the chances entire body surface within 24 hours and concentrating in the skin's Cattle System No.1
are they’ll experience a flea or tick oil glands to form a reservoir. 10’ Long x 5’ high hurdles
infestation at some time in their life
as these are a very common problem. Using FRONTLINE® Spot On regularly will kill adult fleas on your Stock Code: ESLE292
Not only are they intensely irritating for pet and provide ongoing protection against newly arriving fleas.
your pet but this may be only part of You might occasionally still see fleas on your pet even after you’ve
the problem. Fleas and ticks have applied FRONTLINE® Spot On but this does not mean the Comprising:
the potential to pass on diseases that can affect your pet and treatment’s not working, you are just seeing new fleas that have
sometimes, you too. That’s why it’s important to know the best hatched from the pupae in your home. Once the pupae have
• x1 2’8” race arch
way to prevent problems. When it comes to flea and tick control, hatched into adult fleas which jump onto your pet, FRONTLINE® • x1 2’8” race arch c/w gate
choose FRONTLINE® Spot On to kill fleas, ticks and lice fast Spot On efficiently kills them within 24 hours. By routinely • x1 5’2” race arch c/w gate
and protect your pet. FRONTLINE® Spot On is an easy to use protecting your pet with FRONTLINE® Spot On you are breaking
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formulation available at all CWG stores, supplied in packs of 3 or 6.
FRONTLINE® Spot On acts by direct contact with parasites and not
the flea life cycle. Remember, FRONTLINE® Spot On is effective
against fleas for up to 5 weeks in cats and approximately 2 months
in dogs. Applying FRONTLINE® Spot On monthly will kill ticks and
• x10 10’ long x 5’ high hurdles £999
via your pet’s bloodstream making it extremely safe to use. It kills also controls lice within 48 hours.
Lamb weigher
fleas within 24 hours without requiring them to bite your pet.
FRONTLINE® Spot On is applied externally to your pet’s skin on the Remember, FRONTLINE® Spot On is the longest-lasting spot
back of the neck. The active ingredient, fipronil, quickly dissolves
into the natural oils of your pet’s skin and coat, dispersing over the
on flea treatment available over the counter without
prescription.
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Comprising:
• Heavy duty frame
Household Flea Control • 100kg weigh head
VIRBAC Indorex • Electronic head available
Integrated flea control is when your house and INDOREX® contains ingredients which not only kill the flea larvae
(optional extra)
your pet are treated correctly so that current flea but prevent the eggs from being able to hatch. Once you have
infestations are eliminated and future problems
are prevented. You may think that because you
treated your home you should turn up your heating and vacuum
your home daily to encourage the pupae to emerge. INDOREX®
£445
have treated your pet for fleas that is the end of the ensures that any adult fleas which emerge from the pupae are
problem and that there is no need to treat your house. killed very quickly for up to two months after the initial spraying
Unfortunately, the fleas that you see on your pet are
only 5% of the problem, the remaining 95% of the
of the house. Calf weighing crate
flea life cycle is spent in your home. INDOREX® spray is also licensed to kill house dust mites. Not only Stock Code: ESLE496
does it help human allergy sufferers but may well also help
Flea eggs are sticky at first when laid on your pet but alleviate allergic skin disease in your pet. The Household Spray is
after a while the eggs dry up and fall off so wherever the only household flea control spray proven to work in areas of Comprising:
they go in your house the pet is spreading the eggs. Once the flea direct sunlight, such as your conservatory and your car. 500ml
egg hatches, the emerging larvae move away to dark areas, like (1 can) of INDOREX® Household Spray will treat an 80 square metre
• Heavy duty frame
under your cabinets, in cracks and crevices, under sofas and chairs, area approximately, which would be similar to a 3-bedroom house. • 200kg weigh head
between skirting boards and floor boards and under beds. • Electronic head available (optional extra)
Once comfortable, the larvae build a cocoon around themselves
(pupate) to transform into the adult flea, at this stage, they • Perforated steel floor with
are almost impossible to kill. The adult flea emerges from anti slip battens
the pupae when they feel warmth and sense vibrations such
as you walking through the room. This is now your best £565
chance to kill them with a safe and effective household
Insecticide such as INDOREX® All Prices Exclude VAT. Contact Bob on 07860 723735 for details.
Household Insecticide Spray, is available at CWG stores,
it’s an easy, effective way to protect your home against fleas
and will provide 12 months protection from fleas
throughout the house.
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