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Farm News June 2018
Milk Growth Continues
Dairy and Whey Capital Investments
Dear Milk Supplier, by circa 8.0 million litres per week,
which will cater for the projected milk
In response to the expansion ambitions supply up to and including 2023. This
and forecasted milk volumes growth will be achieved through increasing
of our Milk Supplier Members, we are our whey processing capacity, which
advancing the next phase of our Dairy will allow us to maximise the current
investment strategy. The survey of capacity of our Cheese plants and
Members completed in 2017 signalled facilitate the processing of the whey
a strong ambition for continued growth arising from our commercial
and expansion. The projections for partnership with TINE SA for the
continued milk volume growth are manufacture of Jarlsberg® Cheese at
also supported by ICBF data on the planned new facility in Mogeely.
increasing cow numbers within
Dairygold’s herd area and ongoing The significant planned investments strategy to ensure our processing
genetic improvement. Based on the of €130 million, which will be made capability grows in a modular and
above we are projecting an increase between 2018 and 2020, mark another sustainable manner.
in milk supply to circa 1.7 billion litres pivotal period of investment and
annually by 2025. expansion for the Society enabling A number of alternative investment
the: options were considered, but the
In parallel, global dairy demand is • development of the TINE SA and planned investments will deliver the
also forecasted to increase, driven Dairygold Commercial Partnership, maximum commercial return, by
by increasing global population, with an investment in Mogeely; optimising market returns, making the
increasing per capita income and • increase of Demineralised Whey appropriate level of investment in
increasing consumption of dairy Powder processing capacity in processing capacity, while minimising
products, reflecting urbanisation and Castlefarm, Mitchelstown; risk and providing product mix
westernisation of diets, particularly in • release of the Niro 3 dryer in flexibility and contingency for Brexit.
emerging markets such as Asia. Castlefarm to dry D90
(Demineralised Whey); I’m pleased to say that the investments
Against this background and based on • installation of a new 7.5 tonne per undertaken over the past six years in
our clear commitment and obligation hour dryer in Mallow. anticipation of the forecasted growth
to accept and process all the milk that in our Members’ milk supplies are
our Members produce, we must now The planned investment will: progressing well and to plan. And now
progress with the next phase of • deliver an increase in weekly milk we’re on the cusp of another pivotal
our modular expansion programme processing capacity; period of expansion for the Society.
to build out processing capacity to • achieve optimum product mix and
take account of the forecasted milk flexibility; Your continued support is essential to
production growth. This is all the more • provide the maximum milk Dairygold’s overall plan to invest and
imperative as our projections indicate processing financial return; develop in primary processing. We
that we could be faced with a circa 3.5 • support our Brexit contingency look forward to sharing with you
million litres (peak week) shortfall in plan. further details as the project
capacity within two years which will progresses.
increase incrementally to circa 8.0 The investments will provide Members
million litres (peak week) by 2023. with the confidence to grow and Yours sincerely,
expand their dairy farm enterprises
While we continue to focus on higher sustainably.
margin strategic initiatives, imminent
investments in primary processing are Planning approval has already been
necessary. The planned investments secured for this next phase of our Jim Woulfe
will increase our processing capacity investment plan in line with our CEO
Cork farmer Kevin Downing crowned Overall Milk Quality Award Winner
Dairygold recently announced the
winners of the Milk Quality Awards
2017. This year’s overall winner is
Kevin Downing from Whitechurch, Co.
Cork.
Kevin and his wife Bernie received the
award at the presentation ceremony
held in Springfort Hall Hotel in Mallow
in recognition of their consistent
supply of top quality milk to Dairygold
throughout 2017. Kevin is the second
of the Downing family to have won the
award, with his father Michael, who
sadly passed away three years ago,
having been crowned overall winner Bernie and Kevin Downing, overall Dairygold Milk Quality Award Winners for 2017, with farm
in 2010. manager Tom Carr and Maeve O’Connor, Dairygold Milk Advisor.
Kevin, his wife Bernie and Farm well-kept facilities and they have a
management and high standards of
Manager Tom Carr, produce keen awareness of the importance of
production can achieve with cows
manufacturing milk and sell dairy hygiene, safety and sustainability. The
producing over 560kgs of solids at
stock from 160 pedigree Holstein Downing’s are very deserving winners
4.3% fat and over 3.6% protein and a
Friesian cows. and we wish them every success for
low average SCC.
the future.”
In the face of strong competition, the
Dairygold Chairman Mr. John
judges ruled that although all 18
O’Gorman commended Kevin and his
finalists demonstrated exceptional
team for their efforts. “Kevin and Tom
quality, the Downing farm was a
operate an excellent farm with very
shining example of what good
Applications sought for Member
Up-skilling Programme
Following the success of previous Participation in the programme is 1. Dairygold and its operations
programmes, which has seen 60 open to all Members of the Society 2. Dairy industry and agricultural
Dairygold Members successfully including those on the Dairygold policy
complete the Member Up-Skilling representative structure. 3. Corporate governance/structures
Programme, applications are sought 4. Leadership, strategy and planning
from any interested Society member Participation will be limited to a
5. Finance
for this year’s programme. maximum of 20 Members on this
occasion. The programme will be run 6. Marketing
The programme, accredited by ICOS over five days during the Autumn of 7. Communications
Skillnet, will be run during Autumn 2018. 8. Dairygold factory visit
2018 and qualifies participants for
admission as Members of the Plunkett The programme is designed to The programme will conclude with a
Institute. increase participant’s understanding formal dinner, an address from a
of the dairy industry, markets and guest speaker and presentation of
policy as well as increasing awareness certificates.
of Dairygold, its operations and
governance. For more information on how to apply
for a place on the programme, please
The series of practical workshops contact the Secretary’s office on 025
will be delivered by business 44069.
professionals, professional trainers
and Dairygold and ICOS staff
covering the following areas:
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Dairygold Agri Services Laboratory’s
contribution to a sustainable future
for farmers
Dairygold Agri Services Laboratory statutory body responsible for
has been accredited by the Irish GLP (Good Laboratory Practice)
National Accreditation Board (INAB) and the competent body for EMAS
for the past 29 years, offering services (European Eco-Management and
relating to soil, grass, silage, grain Audit Scheme).
and feedstuffs testing. The laboratory
was recently recognised by INAB for Accreditation is the formal recognition laboratory is making to the agricultural
its contribution in “Delivering a safer of a body’s competence to conduct a community.
world”. specific activity such as testing,
inspection, production of reference Overall, through thousands of
The Irish National Accreditation Board materials or certification. This accredited soil tests and the
(INAB) is the sole body recognised by recognition is based on compliance subsequent nutrient management
government with responsibility for with International and European plans based on these results, we are
accreditation in accordance with the standards. helping to support and improve the
relevant International Organisation sustainability performance of our
for Standardisation ISO 17000 series The accreditation received by customers’ farms and ultimately
of standards. Dairygold Agri Services Laboratory is helping to make the environment
recognition of the service levels safer for all.
INAB provide accreditation to provided by the laboratory staff, the
laboratories, certification and accuracy of results generated and
inspection bodies. They are the the valuable contribution that our
SEAI Dairy Farm Grant
The Sustainable Energy Authority of • Reduced running costs of vacuum It is important to note that the available
Ireland (SEAI) have launched a new pump/milk pump system funding is limited, and the scheme
grant scheme for 2018, in collaboration • Reduced noise will close once the total funding
with Teagasc, whereby dairy farmers • Improved vacuum amount has been allocated.
can avail of financial support for
investing in energy efficient vacuum All dairy farmers who supply all major We would therefore encourage all
and milk pump technology. Co-Operatives are eligible to apply to interested Suppliers to apply as soon
the scheme. as possible. Interested suppliers can
The aim of the funding provided apply through the following link:
through the scheme is to assist dairy The scheme also covers herds of all www.seai.ie/grants/business-grants/
farmers to reduce costs and increase size. Below is a list of technologies dairy-farm-grant/
profitability. Dairy farmers who that are covered by the scheme and
participated in the 2017 pilot project the funding rates for same.
reported benefits which included:
Technologies Covered
New Technology Installations Level of Support (%) Maximum Level of Support Excluding VAT
Single Phase Three Phase
Retrofit of complete new vacuum pump including 40% €5000 €3000
pump, motor and inverter Variable Speed Drive
(VSD) with controls
Retrofit of existing vacuum pump with inverter 40% €1750 €1250
VSD and controls
Retrofit of milk pump with inverter VSD and 40% €1000 for Single
controls, and pump and/or motor as required and Three Phase
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Dairygold Milk Quality Awards 2017
Overall Winner 2017 and East Cork Regional Winner
Pictured at the Dairygold Milk Quality Awards are Farm Manger Tom Carr, Dairygold Chairman John O’Gorman, Bernie and Kevin
Downing, Head of Supply Chain, Farm to Factory Billy Cronin, Dairygold Milk Advisor Maeve O’Connor, Vice Chairman Edmund
Lynch and Board Member John O’Sullivan.
East Cork Regional Finalists: William Stack, Midleton, Co. Cork
Donal Lenihan, Whitechurch, Co. Cork
Second overall winners and Tipperary Regional Winners Third overall winners and Mid Cork Regional Winners
Pictured at the Dairygold Milk Quality Awards are Dairygold Pictured at the Dairygold Milk Quality Awards are Dairygold
CEO Jim Woulfe, Helen Horan, Margaret Horan, Thomas Chairman John O’Gorman, Adam Roche with the trophies, Ned
Horan and Dairygold Chairman John O’Gorman. Roche, Timothy Roche, Rita O’Sullivan, Margaret Roche, with
Board Members Richard Hinchion and Sean MacSweeney and
Dairygold Milk Advisor Gerard Hennessy.
Tipperary Regional Finalists: Mid Cork Regional Finalists:
Thomas Ryan, New Inn, Cashel, Co. Tipperary Sean and Jerome Corkery, Rylane, Co. Cork
Matt McEniry, Outrath, Cahir, Co. Tipperary Michael and John Murphy, Ballinhassig, Co. Cork
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Mitchelstown Regional Winner
Pictured at the Dairygold Milk Quality
Awards are Dairygold Chairman John
O’Gorman, Board Member Pat Clancy, Denis
Joyce, Head of Supply Chain, Farm to
Factory Billy Cronin, Patrick Joyce, Board
Member Tom Feeney and Dairygold Milk
Advisor William Ryan.
Mitchelstown Regional Finalists:
John Reidy, Mitchelstown, Co. Cork
Anne Fitzgerald, Kilavullen, Co. Cork
Limerick Regional Winner
Pictured at the Dairygold Milk Quality Awards
are Dairygold Laboratory Manager Dan
Curtin, Dairygold Chairman John O’Gorman,
Donnachadh Barry, Catherine Barry, Sean
Barry, Patrick Barry, Head of Supply Chain,
Farm to Factory Billy Cronin, Kate Barry,
Board Members Gerard O’Dwyer and
Maurice Curtin and Dairygold Milk Advisor
Jack Cahill.
Limerick Regional Finalists:
Helen Lynch, Crecora, Co. Limerick
Andrew Gow, Murroe, Co. Limerick
Mallow Regional Winner
Pictured at the Dairygold Milk Quality Awards
are Dairygold Chairman John O’Gorman,
Henry Fitzgerald, Board Member Donal
Buckley, Anne Fitzgerald, Head of Supply
Chain, Farm to Factory Billy Cronin and
Dairygold Milk Advisor Denis Guiry.
Mallow Regional Finalists:
Donal O’Keeffe, Carrigavar, Co. Cork
Fintan McSweeney, Donoughmore,
Co. Cork
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Markets Report
GLOBAL MILK PRODUCTION
Mar 2018 Apr 2018 Key Message:
0.4% EU milk production increased by 0.4% in 0.6% USA milk production Increases in EU production were
March 2018 compared to March 2017, increased by 0.6% in April reported for the January-March period
with reductions in Ireland and the 2018. for SMP (+9.2%), Butter (+1.7%) and
EU USA Cheese (+2.0%), while a decrease in
Netherlands being offset by gains in
France and Germany. production was recorded for WMP
(-3.4%).
Similar trends have been evident in the
USA with Butter, Cheese and SMP
Apr 2018 Apr 2018 production up between 2.7-3.1% for the
2.9% New Zealand milk production increased 4.5% Australian milk production period through to March.
by 2.9% in April 2018 compared to April increased strongly by
2017. Milk deliveries for the first 11 months 4.5% in April 2018 Despite the local challenges this Spring,
NZ of the 2017-2018 season have been 0.1%
AUS in general the market is well supplied on
compared to April 2017.
below 2016-17 levels. a global basis.
GLOBAL ECONOMIC AND TRADE TRENDS
Key Message:
On the demand side, China remains the main
world importer of Milk Powders, Butter, Whey, Jan-Mar 2018
Butter Cheese SMP WMP
Powder and Lactose. In the first three months of compared to
2018, China increased its volume of dairy imports. 2017
Quantity in k MT % 2017/16
Butter imports increased by 30%, SMP increased
by 11%, WMP increased by 10% and Whey Powder China 31k MT 27k MT 82k MT 216k MT
by 12%. Imports of Cheese decreased by 5% for +30% -5% +11% +10%
the January-March period.
China was the main importer of Butter by March
2018, followed by Australia (+9%), the USA and
Russia. Singapore has shown significant increases Russia 9k MT 30k MT 12k MT 4k MT
in Butter imports (+20%) with Japan, the USA (with (Up to Feb) -50% -10% -41% -65%
73% EU origin) and South Korea leading the
ranking of Cheese importers by March 2018.
Japan has also shown a remarkable increase in
SMP imports (+82%).
GLOBAL PRICING
GDT Auction - Index Movement
GDT 213
Index
1,500
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1,300
In the latest GDT auction, Event 213, 1,100
the index decreased by 1.3%. Butter
price fell by 3.5% to $5,581/MT along 900
with Cheddar price which decreased
by 3.6% to $3,998/MT. WMP price 700
decreased by 1.1% to $3,205/MT while 500
SMP price increased marginally, up
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change in price recorded was seen in Outlook: The overall dairy market seems SMP remains at a very low-price level historically.
Butter Milk Powder which increased by reasonably balanced, with increased supply The holiday season, which will soon commence,
17.7% to $2,314. being met with additional demand for most usually sees a slowdown in trade. Demand will
product lines with the exception of WMP, which need to remain strong across the summer
A total of 21,580MT of product was sold is very challenging. months to keep pace with additional supply.
on the day.
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Milk Supply
Milk Supply Department of
Dairygold milk supply for May 2018 was down 1.5% v May 2017. Agriculture – DATA
GDPR Notice PROTECTION
The General Data Protection security of your personal information Please be advised that the
Regulation (GDPR) came into effect very seriously. Department collects and processes
on Friday 25th May 2018. information on individuals involved
Please see a copy of our Privacy in the primary production of milk,
Dairygold is committed to protecting Policy on www.coopsuperstores.ie as required by the EC Food
your personal information, to being privacy-policy for more information. Hygiene Package Regulations for
transparent about the information the hygiene of foodstuffs and the
we are collecting about you and Should you have any queries on any protection of consumer health. For
what we do with that information. aspect of this policy, please contact further information on your rights
dataprotection@dairygold.ie or under data protection legislation,
Your privacy is important to the telephone 025 44068. please consult the Department’s
Dairygold organisation and we take website at:
our responsibility regarding the https://www.agriculture.gov.ie/dpn/
National Sustainable Dairy Assurance Scheme (SDAS)
Since the 1st January 2018, all Milk completed by all our Milk Suppliers KEY STEPS TO TAKE
Suppliers must be and remain and Milk Advisory team in achieving
SDAS certified. Without SDAS our goal of having all our Milk WHEN SCHEDULING
certification, milk will not be Suppliers fully certified under THE SDAS AUDIT:
collected. Great work has been SDAS.
All suppliers will need to be mindful
Top 10 items for SDAS checklist of their certification expiry date.
Water test A water test report is valid for 3 years (If own private well) Milk suppliers should aim to
schedule their audit at least 1
Dairygold Farm sign must be present in prominent location
month before their current
farm sign
certification expiry date.
Medicine Purchases and usages records must be updated back to the
records most recent Bord Bia audit
Completing the SDAS audit well in
Farm safety Farm safety booklet must be maintained regularly advance of the certification expiry
statement
date should allow suppliers
Bovine herd Herd register can be completed in “Blue Book” or Online adequate time to close out any
register issues that may need to be
Feed purchase A sample of feed purchase dockets must be provided addressed following the audit and
dockets for the audit achieve certification.
Dairy Fully sealed to ensure vermin proof e.g. doors, no openings
in walls To enquire further about this or
Milking Milking equipment should be clean and all surfaces any other SDAS related issue,
parlour reasonably clean please contact your local Milk
Advisor or the Dairygold Milk
Farm hazards Open slurry pits must be adequately fenced off,
guards on PTO shafts Advisory Helpdesk on 1890-200-
840.
Milk reports Milk collection dockets and milk quality results (SCC /
TBC etc)
MILK ADVISOR ON WEEKEND CALL
Arrangements for emergency milk issues June - July 2018
th st
30 /1 July 7 th /8 th July 14 th /15 th July
21 st /22nd July
William Ryan Jack Cahill Denis GuiryMaeve O’Connor
086 246 1633 086 262 8290 086 809 8639 086 835 4808
Information desk lo-call number for milk related queries is 1890 200 840
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National Fodder Census
With the longest day of the year fodder during our recent fodder numbers coming into the winter and
quickly approaching, we can look shortage. The Fodder Committee is winter diets etc.
back and safely distance ourselves currently undertaking a national
from what was arguably one of the fodder census to estimate fodder These randomly selected Members
worst spring periods in living memory. stocks after the first cut of silage and will be contacted by their ASM to
it is envisaged that this process will inform them of their selection and to
However, while the inclement be repeated later in the year to get an ask their permission for inclusion in
weather is behind us, the residual accurate picture of the national the survey.
effects are still ahead of us and situation before we begin the winter
replenishment of a much-depleted period. Fodder budget sheets will be posted
national fodder stock must now be a out to these individuals and the
priority going forward. The Society will be circulating fodder results can be returned to their ASM.
budget sheets via our branch network We would encourage all Members
Mindful of this priority, Minister for and also online that are not on the randomly selected
Agriculture, Food and the Marine www.dairygoldagri.ie/fodder/ and we list to avail of the budget sheets that
Michael Creed has asked Teagasc to are asking all our Members to avail of will be made available in order to
convene an Inter-Agency Fodder this opportunity to assess their own estimate their own fodder adequacy.
Committee to oversee the fodder stock situation. These Members are also welcome to
replenishment of fodder stock. submit results to the national survey if
We have selected a list of Members they so wish.
This Committee is comprised of randomly and we will be contacting
stakeholders from various agricultural them about entering their fodder This exercise will allow each Member
industries and bodies, including budget results into a national online to be in greater control of their winter
Dairygold which is playing a very survey. The results of this survey will feed requirements, to predict possible
active part. This is consistent with the guide technical advice for the second shortfalls in supply and to make timely
Societies ethos and recent record as half of the year on areas such as soil management decisions in situations
the largest importer of fertilisation, areas closed for second where such a shortfall is predicted to
cut silage, livestock occur.
Dairygold’s Cheese win 4 top awards Fertiliser promotion
at British Cheese Awards 2018 from 1st – 30th June
This month, Dairygold Food attracted over 1,000 entries from
2018
Ingredients UK Ltd is celebrating over 54 counties. Dairygold have a special price
having won 4 top awards at the promotion on a select number of
recent 2018 British Cheese Awards. Judges scored the Cheeses on fertiliser products for the month of
presentation, texture, aroma, flavour June.
Dairygold’s American Style Soft and balance.
Cheese, produced at its site in Leeds, This promotion is targeted to
won the Gold medal and the coveted Chris Edge Head of DFI UK Ltd said: encourage farmers to apply
Overall Winner award in the “We’re delighted with the awards adequate fertiliser during the month
competition’s main category of ‘Best which are testament to the skill and of June and thereby maximise the
Fresh Cheese’. craftsmanship we dedicate to growth of grass for forage
producing conservation and grazing purposes.
Our Mature White Cheddar also cheese of the
scooped a Gold Award along with its very highest For further information please
Irish-produced Emmental which was standards.” contact your local Area Sales
awarded a Silver Medal. The awards Manager or your local Branch.
were an outstanding achievement as
this year’s competition, which
Adrian & Margaret Shane O’Donoghue, William John Lonergan,
Monthly €50 Galvin, Tullig, Neddins,
Voucher Winners Kilbarow, Kilgarvan, Millstreet, Ardfinnan,
Co. Kerry Co. Cork Co. Tipperary
Use the Dairygold Postal Payment Envelope or pay by milk or grain offset and you could be a lucky winner!
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Feed Bin Promotion
Dairygold has agreed new Summer ordered by 29th June and must be Sales Team, Dairygold Agri Offices,
and Autumn feed bin offers with installed by 31st August. To avail of West End, Mallow, Co Cork. The bin
Crowley Engineering Ltd and the promotion, please contact your supplier will then call you upon
Spirofeed to supply discounted bins ASM for a referral form and then receipt of same.
to Dairygold Members. Bins must be complete and return to our Inside
Checking our slurry storage capacity for 2019
Bernadette Bennett, Teagasc-Dairygold Joint Programme Advisor
After the difficult spring, it seems cattle on farms before housing, or it It is also important to remind all
prudent to have at least 20-weeks may be possible to rent a shed or do Dairygold suppliers in derogation
slurry storage on farms regardless of a B&B arrangement with a local that:
the legal requirements for your area. farmer. • 50% of all slurry produced on farm
must now be spread on or before
Table 1 (below) demonstrates how to However, should these options not 15th July 2018
calculate the amount of slurry be available, there are three main
• Any slurry spread after 15th July
produced in order to determine the ways to increase your on farm slurry 2018 must be spread using low
storage capacity required on your storage. These include erecting emission slurry spreading equipment
farm. slatted tanks, overground circular (LESS)
slurry stores or geomembraned- • All derogation farms must have
If we calculate capacity of current lined slurry stores. sufficient storage. If sufficient storage
storage facilities and take this away is not available, the nitrates derogation
from figure E in the table below, we Decisions on what to build should will be rejected.
can calculate how much storage our be planned carefully with your
farm requires. Agricultural Advisor so that the new
storage facility is in the correct
We may be able to work with existing location in your yard.
storage on farms by selling cull cows/
Livestock type No. of livestock Volume of slurry Weeks storage Total volume
during storage m3 required (16, 18, required m3
period 20 or 22)
(a) (b) (c) (d)
Dairy cow 0.33
Cattle 0.26
> 2 years
Cattle 0.26
(18-24 months)
Cattle 0.15
(6-18 months)
Cattle 0.08
(0-6 months)
Slurry storage capacity required (m3) E
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The benefits of Leanfarm
Dairygold is the first dairy co-operative balance and ultimately help farmers to Leanfarm tools include the use of
in Ireland to successfully pioneer the make a better living. the likes of 5s, standardisation,
application of a proven programme visualisation, Timwood and problem
from factory to farm. Leanfarm practices help to save solving.
farmers time, money and effort, all the
The Board of Dairygold reviewed the while facilitating a safer and more In addition to the on-farm benefits,
Leanfarm pilot in early December and efficient working environment. Zurich have confirmed that there is an
based on the levels of engagement additional 5% discount on farm
and benefits seen, approval was given Health and safety improvements such insurance for Co-Op Members who
to roll out the Leanfarm programme to as the prevention of accidents through have completed the Leanfarm
all Dairygold Suppliers commencing in a tidier work space and the Programme, subject to the usual terms
January 2018. identification of hazards in addition to and conditions.
improved quality of life through
Standardising farming methods will reduced physical effort are further
simplify work practices, while benefits from implementing Leanfarm
improving safety, quality, work-life practices.
Leanfarm Date Venue Area Covered
Training Dates 25th June 2018
27th June 2018
Firgrove Hotel
Oriel House Hotel
Mitchelstown
Mid Cork
Upcoming training dates, 29th June 2018 Garryvoe Hotel East Cork
(detailed to the right) will 2nd July 2018 Springfort Hall Hotel Mallow
all be held between 6th July 2018 Cahir House Hotel Tipperary
10.30am-2.15pm. 9th July 2018 Woodlands Hotel, Adare Limerick
23rd July 2018 The Thatch, Ballycommon Tipperary
Due to a restriction on 25th July 2018 Oriel House Hotel Mid Cork
numbers at each event, 27th July 2018 Garryvoe Hotel East Cork
farmers must register to 30th July 2018 Springfort Hall Hotel Mallow
attend through the Milk 1st August 2018 Woodlands Hotel, Adare Limerick
Advisory Department. 3rd August 2018 Firgrove Hotel Mitchelstown
Recap on Lean Principles
TIMWOOD is concerned with the removal of the 7 wastes which do not add value to
VISUALISATION
the work done by the farmer.
Transport Excessive and unnecessary movement or transport of materials Helps the farmer to
Inventory Excessive holding of certain stocks and material view information that
Motion Excessive lifting, walking, reaching, driving etc. enables decision
Waiting time For example, waiting on deliveries or animals to move making to be
Overproduction Poor planning e.g. purchase of too much detergent that expires achieved in a more
Overprocessing Excessive paperwork e.g. writing in purchase records for Bord Bia efficient manner.
Defects Equipment breakdown.
Leanfarm idea of the month - June
Idea courtesy of the Herlihy Family Granagh, Co Limerick
TIMWOOD: TIMWOOD:
Fence reels and pig Reels have total metres
tails are located near labelled on them to
the parlour for ease of ensure you can easily
access select the required reel
VISUALISATION: VISUALISATION:
Hanging on hooks to Hanging on hooks to
ensure easy visibility ensure easy visibility
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Shop Online @ www.coopsuperstores.ie
for delivery direct to your farm !"
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Page 11SAFETY FIRST
THIS SILAGE SEASON
HERE’S SOME
HELPFUL ADVICE
FROM CO-OP SUPERSTORES
• Machinery should only be used by a
competent operator.
• Children should not be present
when silage is being made.
• Keep clear of working machinery.
• If working on a Silage Pit be careful -
Stay clear of the edge to avoid tipping.
• Before towing on the road, ensure
CO-OP SUPERSTORES trailer lights are working. Keep to a
safe speed.
REMINDS YOU TO ALWAYS • While using oversized machinery,
THINK SAFETY WHEN be aware of overhead power lines.
OPERATING FARM MACHINERY • Disengage the PTO and switch off
the tractor before clearing blockages.
THIS SILAGE SEASON
#WRAPITPINK 20% OFF
THIS SILAGE SEASON DULUX GALOXIDE
Dulux Galoxide is a general purpose protective coating
for use on farm buildings, haybarns, sheds, weathered
galvanised metal structures and iron or steel surfaces. It is
ideal as a one coat maintenance paint over sound existing
painted surfaces.
PAINT YOUR
PARISH PINK
WITH DAIRYGOLD
ALMOST €50,000 HAS BEEN RAISED TO DATE!
Buy Pink Wrap at your local Co-Op Superstores
or Online @ www.coopsuperstores.ie Available in 2.5L, 5L & 20L
Shop Online @ www.coopsuperstores.ie
for delivery direct to your farm !"
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