Self-propelled diet feeders are becoming more common on UK farms, but their cost and size means they are generally considered to be the tool for a large dairy herd. However, one Warwickshire farmer has proved they can work for a smaller operation, too.
The latest BvL self-propelled feeder wagon is at work on a Cheshire dairy farm, but it has been quite a journey. Jane Carley reports finds out how the new machine is fitting in on-farm.
A self-propelled feeder is a serious investment, but for one new beef unit Keenans 345SP is offering several management benefits, as well as streamlining the job.
First shown at Sima earlier this year, Keenans first self-propelled diet feeder models are now heading out to UK farms. Richard Bradley caught up with one to find out more.
At Opicos UK launch, we got the opportunity to try out Strautmanns latest self-propelled mixer wagon.