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After six weeks of Ecofarm blend over our whole farm, the cows are now on the second round and we have the lowest cell count in the vat ever and even that is steadily decreasing still.

These girls have been milked already and at the time this photo was taken (10.16am), they are content enough to just sit and contemplate. The animals will tell you when you are doing it right.

We had reduced the herd from 600 to 480 cows and achieved the same production of 1000kgMS/Ha.

We use Vitus from Paeroa with our young stock – they devour it and the vet commented on how quiet, well grown and healthy they are.

For the spring season we noticed an improvement in the health of the cows with only one with sore feet, and no retained placentas. They are cycling really well too now.

I just thought I’d call and let you know that we are ecstatic with the results. There is no grass anywhere except on our place (this was a call in mid February).

It’s been a while since we had plenty of cover through summer when it is this dry! Yes, we did the sand treatment, followed with the recommended fertiliser. We have also noticed a reduction in our thistle problem.

Over all, we are hoping for a bumper crop of lambs this year as the ewes are in excellent condition compared to last year. All our other stock are looking pretty amazing as well.