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of capacity – as well as benchmarking against industry standard was needed , he said . Kubota ’ s Mick Hancock shared his tips for maintaining machinery to ensure long service and reliability .
Technology is offering new opportunities for livestock producers to cut feed costs and improve sustainability , said Bob Kendal of Alltech . Reducing waste and making best use of existing feed through improving rumen efficiency led to potential savings of an average £ 261 / cow / year . The company ’ s Navigate system gave farmers data to aid decision making , he said . “ It creates an action driven report which quantifies improvements
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in efficiency based on the farmer ’ s own feed and milk prices . It helps direct their investment of time and money .”
Elsewhere , the NAAC Contractors Lounge , which was sponsored by Fendt , offered a warm welcome , hot drinks and a chance to talk , network and ask questions . Non-members also took the opportunity to find out more about the Association , said Jill . “ It ’ s provided a great networking opportunity with contractors meeting others from around the country they are not in competition with .
As well as offering signposting and information , the Health & Wellbeing Zone hosted two panel discussions aiming
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to debunk myths around the farming industry and discuss wellbeing in the agricultural workplace .
“ This year the Farming Help charities focused on taking a positive and proactive approach , reminding attendees of the many reasons why agriculture in the UK is world-leading ,” said Alex Phillimore from Farming Community Network . “ The two sessions we chaired were well attended and feedback has been really encouraging . We want people to know that our charities are here to help , and that the sooner people get in touch the sooner we can support .”
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Nichola Bell , Head of Events for Agriconnect which organises LAMMA , said the organising team was delighted with the success of the event , especially the new features . “ We are pleased and proud that it was such a successful show for our visitors , exhibitors and supporters . It was great to see the halls absolutely buzzing with farmers engaging with each other and exhibitors .
“ It was particularly exciting to see the popularity of the new features , and we are keen to build on that success . LAMMA 2024 is booked for 17th and 18th January , and we look forward to seeing everyone again then .”
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