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Farm News

OF AGRICULTURAL ELECTRICAL INSTALLATIONS

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SJD LTD ARE MAIN distributors and installers of both ZIEHL-ABEGG fans and FARM X ventilation controls , the two typically being installed together in Pig , Poultry and Livestock buildings . ZIEHL – ABEGG Fans and FARM X ventilation systems represent some of the best and most cost effective in the market place . In agricultural operations and greenhouses , or systems for the storage and drying of agricultural products , the top priority is hygiene and sterility . In livestock farming , controlled climate management is the key factor for the health , productivity and freedom from stress of the animals . Fans and control engineering products from ZIEHL-ABEGG and FARMX
ensure this through their significantly reduced levels of noise disturbance . Thanks to their robust and stable design , the fans can be used for almost any agricultural climate control requirements .
Talk to Steven about your requirements .

CCTV PLAYS AN IMPORTANT ROLE IN FARM SECURITY

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INSPECTOR JON GRAINGE OF NORTH Yorkshire Police ’ s Rural Taskforce , said : “ Unfortunately , criminals can and do take advantage of the isolated and rural nature of many farms to target buildings , vehicles and equipment . CCTV can play an important role in deterring criminals and securing vital evidence – CCTV is now being used very effectively to safeguard and secure livestock .
When something or someone is suspicious , out of place or unusual , farmers need to tell us about it immediately ”.
CCTV can provide vital evidence and assistance for both apprehending criminals and more importantly the return of stolen livestock and machinery .
CCTV is now proving to be a strong deterrent to criminals but unfortunately many farms don ’ t yet have it installed
Ramping up security to protect rural homes , machinery , livestock and farm equipment has never been more important . The theft of farm machinery , including tractors , quad bikes and telehandlers , rose sharply in August ,
September and October 2016 .
Quad bikes are also disappearing at an alarming rate from farms on the Yorkshire Dales .
Thieves are continuing to target Land Rover Defenders , since production of this model ended , as well as tools and equipment from barns and workshops .
Contact Steven Dresser to arrange a site and security survey – peace of mind is only a phone call away .

LED LIGHTING – SAVING YOU MONEY

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SINCE THE REDUCTION IN feed-in tariffs , many farmers are still unaware of the significant cost savings in replacing existing lights with LED fittings .
Studies have shown that in the dairy sector , for example , LED replacement lighting replicating daylight can maximise the comfort of livestock and can result in an increase in milk yield of up to 7-10 %. Quality light is an essential factor when considering both the welfare and profitability of your herd .
Switching to LED lighting is the most efficient way to achieve
energy savings of between 50 % and 80 %. A recent example in which significant savings were achieved : a cattle shed 120m x 22m with annual electricity costs with traditional lighting totalled £ 13,876 but with the same quantity of LED lights the annual costs were just £ 4,730 . Savings totalled £ 9,146 and with LED lights having a lifetime of more than 10 years and requiring no maintenance , the payback time for this building was only 1.1 years , after which the energy saving is seen as profit for the business .
Another benefit of LED lighting is the ability to dim the lights , providing dawn and dusk periods .
Pigs need the right light levels so that they can identify each other , communicate and see pen features such as feeders . There is good evidence that pigs ’ eyes are not adapted for extremely bright light and that they may be better suited to dim levels of natural light . LED lighting provides not only the opportunity for significant cost
saving but also to be able to control the pig ’ s environment and ease of wellbeing which all leads to healthier less stressed pigs .
Keen to know more ? Speak to Steven Dresser today to discuss your immediate energy savings and he will be happy to meet up with you and discuss your requirements .
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