Semi-automated footbathing system including a footbath FREE with quantity of Hoofsure Endurance

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Footbathing can often be a tedious job, and can be neglected due to other farming commitments such as silage season or other field work. It can be very difficult to ensure that the dilution rate is correct in every footbath. Studies have shown that 93% of footbaths are used incorrectly. Also the handling of chemicals can be dangerous.

Provita are currently offering a bespoke semi-automated system which can help solve the problems which come with footbathing. Initially it is supplied at cost price, the cost can be recouped by extra Hoofsure Endurance supplied for free as part of a commitment to volume purchases over time.

The system can be tailored to the farm’s specific requirements and each of the elements below can be customised to suit.

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Protecting the future of our cattle

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It is critical when rearing cattle that we give calves the best possible start in life. Provita Protect POM-VPS is the only veterinary licensed probiotic in Europe, and is trusted by farmers across Northern Ireland and further afield to prevent calf scour.

In Drumquin, Co Tyrone, Raymond Smith has used Protect for the past seven years. He ensures that he always has a few bottles on hand during calving periods, as he knows it is important to use the product as soon after birth as possible.

Provita’s Tommy Armstrong paid a visit to the family farm recently and from arrival it was clear that the family’s love and care for their livestock has filtered through the generations, and that good farm practice is held very highly. Raymond’s grandson spoke of his love for all things farming and in particular getting to help his grandfather on the farm.

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Provita Promist

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25L of Promist does approximately 100 head of cattle, this will vary depending on farm set up and weather conditions. It should be used at housing or when new stock are introduced onto the farm as a cocktail of pathogens can spread when animals from different sources are mixed. Thereafter use as often as required, e.g. when more stock is added to cattle houses or during still weather conditions until air flow improves. It can also be used daily in houses that have permanently poor air flow. Promist will reduce ammonia, dust and lower the pH. It should be used above and around the cattle and will purify the air, the surfaces and the animals. Its herbs will provide an expectorant effect.

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Eurotier 2016

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Provita will be attending Eurotier 2016, the world’s leading trade fair for animal production. The event will take place from the 15th to the 18th of November, in Hanover, Germany. Come and visit us in Hall 23, Stand A13 for more information on our whole product ranges. To find out more about the event follow … Read more

Antibiotic resistance doomsday scenario is here now!

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At the recent World Buiatrics Congress (WBC) an entire session was dedicated to antimicrobial resistance. It has become a hot topic, especially after recent reports that resistance to the last resort antibiotic has spread across the globe, Newscientist 2015. The animal health industry, farmers and veterinarians need to respond positively to this serious threat to … Read more

Hoofsure Endurance: the proven alternative

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Hoofsure Endurance is a footbath solution, which can prove to be a better alternative to Copper Sulphate and Formaldehyde. Hoofsure Endurance is made of organic acids, tea tree oil and wetting agents. It is non-toxic, non-carcinogenic and biodegradable meaning it is safe for the environment and the farmer using it. It has been proven to … Read more

Fogging houses to reduce the risk of pneumonia

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Brothers Ian and William Brock manage a 120 strong herd of Charolais cross Limousin suckler cows near Belleek in Co Fermanagh. The cows calve the year round with an approximate 60: 40 Spring/Autumn split.

“We aim to supply high quality weanlings for the market with our calves sold at between 400 and 450 kilos liveweight,” Ian explained.

“We run a self-contained herd with AI bulls used to produce our replacement heifers. The remainder of the herd is crossed with high quality, mainly Charolais, sires.”

The brothers have built up cow numbers over the past six years. Emphasis has always been placed in breeding cows that are capable of rearing top quality suckled calves.

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Provita launches Digital Dermatitis App

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Provita has launched a new Digital Dermatitis (DD) app, which dairy farmers can download to their phone by simply filling out a form on the Provita website. The new app which is available for IOS and Android systems was launched at the recent UK Dairy Day, held in Telford, Shropshire.

 “We got a tremendous response from farmers who attended the show,” confirmed Provita’s Tommy Armstrong.

 “And we are expecting a strong demand for the app from dairy farmers in Northern Ireland over the coming months.

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