HIGHER PRODUCTION IS ANSWER TO MAINTAINING FARM INCOME

Press, Volume XCVII, Issue 28542, 22 March 1958, Page 7

HIGHER PRODUCTION IS ANSWER TO MAINTAINING FARM INCOME

Dairy fanners and dairy industry leaders throughout New Zealand are seriously concerned by the conditions of price recession in which the Industry finds itself today. Over-supply of the U.K. market by Continental countries and by Britain itself added to the increased usage of butterfat substitutes constitute a threat to fanning income which must be faced.

Although the marketing of New Zealand’s daily products is in the bands of Industry representatives who axe fully aware of the* position in which the Industry finds itself and can be expected to give a lead to the farming community, individual fanners are naturally seeking file means to protect their own incomes by increased efficiency and, indeed, by higher production and lower costs.

This is not the first time the fanners of New Zealand have faced such difficulties, and past experience points conclusively to the fact that those farmers who increased their production, even during the darkest moments of price recession, were those who came out on top. Now, then, is the time for the individual fanner to examine all aspects of his Fanning practice, and in particular to ensure that those mechanical aids which have so much bearing on his production are in actual fact the most efficient available. It is a scientific fact that the fast milking of dairy cows increases their rate of production. New Zealand ■nd overseas scientists have determined that the time of milking has a decided influence on both yield and quality of milk obtained- Correct stimulation of the cows before milking and fast milking in accordance with these scientific findings does increase the yield and quality of the milk. More milk means more income from the same number of cows, and there are other advantages too. The less time a herd ■pends in the milking shed the more tone it is in pasture and the more tone the farmer can devote to other fanning tasks.

“Get them in and get them out" as quickly as possible within the limits of recommended milking times is an axiom which has proved to produce higher yield, better tests and savings in timp. It can be put into practice quickly by the use of the Mac Ewan Pulsomatic Fast Flow Milker. This machine offers the advantages of fast, clean milking, simplicity of operation in cleaning, together with the complete absence of moving parts in the bails. To see a Mac Ewan Pulsomatic Milker in operation is a revelation to those who use less efficient equipment. Mac Ewan cups milk quickly and the all stainless steel fast flow releaser is able to handle the large, quick flowing volume of milk arriving from the bails. Its vertical flow ensures quick passage of milk and minimizes irksome releaser flooding with consequent irritating delays and possible damage to the vacuum pump. -Another important component of the' Mac Ewan pulsomatic plant is the high capacity Super Rotary Vacuum Pump specially designed to provide adequate vacuum for rapid milk removal and adequate reserves for emergencies. The introduction of Mac Ewan non-lubricated air operated relay or “slave” pulsators has set a new standard for milking plant design and Dangerous shafts, eccentrics and pulleys have disappeared from the bails, oil slicks-—dan-gerous to man and cows alike have gone, and the special needs of herringbone sheds are ideally catered for.

WATER MUST BE READILY AVAILABLE Another major factor in higher production of butterfat is a readily available, clean water supply in every paddock. Although all fanners are aware of the importance of this it is still true to» say that many farms could be improved in milk producing efficiency by a better distribution of troughs. Clean drinking water should be, taken right to the herd. Cows which have to walk far for water seldom return to graze as milking time approaches but stand about to be herded into the shed. Even die presence of a stream in the paddocks does not always mean readily available water. Troughs are a much more efficient and satisfactory way of watering a herd. MacEwans produce water systems specially prepared for clean water supply and available in sizes to suit every need, distributing water quietly, quickly and efficiently. SPECIALIST ADVICE BY FIELD REPRESENTATIVES

The Mac Ewan organization employs field representatives whose qualifications include farming experience as well as factory training. Practical experience and sound knowledge of farm equipment are qualities possessed by all Mac Ewan representatives. Every farmer concerned with increasing his producefficiency and thus safeguarding his future income should take advantage of this experience. To obtain the advice of these field representatives puts the farmer under no obligation whatsoever. To all those who are interested An obtaining an opinion on the efficiency of their existing plant—both in milking arrangements and in water supply—an invitation is extended to all farmers to take advantage of this advisory service by telephoning their nearest Mac Ewan Branch or representative.