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High-Mag feed blocks prove their worth in Northern Ireland

Two hereford cows with Crystalyx Cattle High Mag

The return of the rain and cooler autumn temperatures may well predispose suckler cows with calves at foot. This is specifically so on farms where the plan is to get as much performance from grazed grass for as long into the autumn as possible. Preventing tetany requires cows to have access to supplementary magnesium. Making […]

Crystalyx Garlyx shields elite breeding heifers from the ravages of summer mastitis

Martin Tumility and his father Charlie farm close to Katesbridge in Co Down. A focal point of their business is the procurement of elite quality, springing beef breeding heifers and subsequently selling them at point of calving. Martin explained: ” We use a selection of top quality Continental sexed semen, with the objective of having […]

A simple solution to help control grazing for livestock during variable grass growth

Farmers love to talk about the weather! When we dig into why, it’s because the weather can make or break things and directly impacts grass growth and grazing conditions for livestock, things farmers need to control every day. The question is how do we control the uncontrollable and stop weather conditions playing havoc with livestock […]

We are Hiring – Warehouse Operative

Crystalyx molasses feed lcks

FULL-TIME WAREHOUSE OPERATIVE Caltech a division of Carr’s Group PLC, are a leading manufacturer of molasses-based animal feed licks for the ruminant and equine market. We currently have a vacancy for a full-time Warehouse Operative. Duties will involve managing resources to aid the manufacture of cost-eff­ective quality products whilst also ensuring the warehouse is kept […]

Sheep Bucket Fuels Ewe Condition In Challenging Conditions

With local grazing ground in short supply, every acre counts for Ben Holmes. Thanks to a high performance sheep bucket, he is keeping his ewes in top condition on minimal ground, even in challenging weather conditions. “My family has always farmed so I’ve always had interest in sheep. I left school at 18 after doing […]

An Accidental Sheep Feed Lick Delivery Works Wonders

While some sheep feed lick brands on the market are cheaper to buy, they may actually cost more if they are overeaten. This is something that Duncan Hawley discovered after taking delivery of Crystalyx by accident… Duncan Hawley, who farms in Warwickshire in partnership with his parents and wife, currently lambs 400 Suffolk-cross and mule […]

A Quick Step To Profit From Strong Cattle Prices

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With cattle prices persistently strong this year, here’s how you can increase cattle live weight gain without spending tonnes on feed. Right now, prices are more than a pound per kilo higher than they were this time last year. Price for finished cattle went over £6 per kilo at abattoirs in early February, and there’s […]

Getting the Most out of Grass at Turnout

Turnout

Spring turnout…it’s a highlight in the calendar for most livestock farmers. After months of gruelling work keeping livestock housed throughout the winter, we look forward to fairer weather, more daylight hours, and seeing livestock enjoying some fresh spring grass. It can be tempting at this stage to down tools and let nature work its magic. […]

Experimentation Points To The Crystalyx Sheep Lick Buckets

Sheep Lick Buckets

First generation sheep farmer, Felix Johnson-Gibbs, has embraced trial and error to accomplish a seamless system. Having tried out a number of different sheep lick buckets to find the best performer, Crystalyx comes out on top as his firm favourite. Felix Johnson-Gibbs started his farming journey aged only thirteen, with only passion and determination to […]

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