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From FEC to FAME!

I'm sure many of you have had the pleasure of hearing Eurion Thomas' spiel about Faecal Egg Counting in the past. This time it's the turn of Adam Henson, farmer and Countryfile presenter to learn all about FEC and how the FECPAK system works.

Tune into Countryfile this Sunday night, 31st July from 7.30 onwards, where John Craven and the team will be on the Llyn Peninsula exploring the coastline and mountains. A few weeks ago Eurion went down to Adam's farm, and taught Adam how to collect Faecal Egg Count samples (FEC) and look for the worm eggs under the microscope. Adam bought a FECPAK  system for his sheep and cattle enterprises to monitor parasite burden and to allow for accurate and timely treatment. In the face of drench resistance, the ability to monitor worm burdens on a number of mobs quickly and effectively has aided in the ability of making informed parasite management decisions. By worming only when needed, this means that less money and time is wasted on drenching, and less wormer is being used ineffectively.

We look forward to seeing Adam and Eurion this Sunday evening having fun collecting FEC samples and playing with microscopes!

 

Another good year at the Royal Welsh Show

Once again Innovis had a stand at the Royal Welsh show this year, with prime location at the front of the NSA shed. Despite crowds on Monday and Tuesday seeming to be fewer than in previous years, we were still busy all week and it was great to see so many of you. We had a fantastic turnout at the cheese and wine night on Monday; you must have all been thirsty as we got through a lot of wine!

Any of you that were interested in what Innovis has to offer you, we will be in touch with you over the next week or two. If anyone has any queries for us and missed to see us at the Royal Welsh, please feel free to give us a call in the Aberystwyth office on 01970 828236.

Aberdale ewes and Charollais sired lambs, Aberdale rams and Aberfield rams on the Innovis stand

Enjoying the cheese and wine on Monday night

Aberdale Brecknock Cheviot ewe and her 12 week old grass-fed Charollais sired lambs

Looking forward to the Royal Welsh Show

Every year the Royal Welsh show is the highlight of the farming calendar, and the annual holiday, for many farmers and non-farmers alike. The hot and dry weather last year was a welcomed change from the heavy rain of the previous years, and would be very much appreciated once again this year I am sure.

As per usual Innovis will have a stand at the show for the week. You will be able to find us at the front of the NSA building, next door to the shearing shed. For anyone that joined us on the stand last year, we are in the same position again this year. You will be able to see both Aberdale and Aberfield rams on the stand, along with Brecknock Hill Cheviot ewes and their Aberdale crossbred lambs, and Aberdale Brecknock ewes with their Charollais sired lambs. Aberystwyth staff Eurion, Rachel and Jenna will be on the stand all week, with Stuart and Ros available on some days. There will also be a member of staff from the Malvern centre available all week for anyone wishing to discuss breeding services and breeding products.

Following the success of our competition last year, where the prize was an Innovis Terminal Sire, the competition will run again this year. The prize will be one day of consultancy worth £500.

We look forward to seeing you all at Builth Wells next week!

 

Royal Welsh Show 2010