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52ND ANNUAL

ELMORE FIELD DAYS Official Supplement

OCTOBER 6, 7 & 8 2015

There’s always more at Elmore With more than 700 exhibitors, there’s always more for farmers to see and do at Elmore Field Days. More displays. More demonstrations. More in-paddock trials. More equipment. More innovations. More machinery. More people to talk to. More information to gather. In fact, more of everything! So come along this year, because there’s more than ever before.

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All roads lead to Elmore For three days in October all roads lead to the Elmore Events Centre as more than 35!000 people flock to the Elmore Field Days. Now in its 52nd year, the field days have evolved into one of the premier agricultural events in Australia. Farmers, contractors and families have the dates firmly marked on their calendars as an event that showcases the latest in agricultural technology as well as farmrelated activity. Largely organised by volunteers, the field days has a committee that comprises several generations of the district’s prominent farming families, dedicated to ensuring the event remains relevant to its original purpose — a comprehensive display of farming equipment and services. Extensive development of the present site has seen millions of dollars spent on a multi-purpose pavilion, new amenities block and stable complex as well as areas for crop trials and machinery demonstrations. Elmore Field Days president Frank Harney said the agricultural expo was

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beneficial to trade and emphasised information, education, demonstration and implementation of the latest technology, research and equipment. The district’s community groups, schools and service clubs also contribute to the success of the field days by volunteering their time to assist the smooth running of the event. Those groups are rewarded by profits from the field days being distributed back to them, which in turn benefits the wider community when those funds are then spent on local projects. Field days secretary Sam Shotton said the field days committee partnered with Campaspe district businesses throughout the year and endeavoured to utilise their knowledge during construction projects and general organisation in the lead-up to the annual expo. Ms Shotton said the success of the field days was supported by the array of general exhibitions and demonstrations, which ensured there was something of interest for the entire family. The 2015 Elmore Field Days will be held from Tuesday to Thursday, October 6 to 8, at the Elmore Events Centre. —By Sharon Wright

LOCATION

The field days are held at the Elmore Events Centre adjoining the Midland Hwy about 2 km east of the Elmore township.

HOURS

The field days site opens each morning at 8.30 am and gates close at 5 pm.

CAR PARKING

Unlimited free parking is provided adjacent to the entry gates on both sides of the field days site. Disabled parking is available at Gate 2 and Gate 11.

ENTRY COSTS

The entry charge is $18 for adults and $8 for secondary students, GST included. Children under 12 are free. No concessions. Companion Cards accepted.

DOGS

Dogs are not permitted on site, with the exception of assistance dogs.

SITE SERVICES

Bendigo Bank ATM machines together with the Parenting Centre and St John First Aid facilities are provided adjacent to the administration office. Mobility scooter and wheelchair hire is available on the east and west side of the field days site.

PURCHASES

The field days provide a parcel pick-up service for equipment items up to 50 kg purchased from exhibitor sites, which are delivered to depots adjacent to the entry gates for collection. A nominal $2 charge is donated to local community groups.

ACCOMMODATION

Hotel and motel accommodation can be found in the nearby regional centres of Bendigo, Echuca-Moama and Shepparton.

FOOD AND DRINK

Local community organisations provide an extensive choice of catering options on site, along with a number of speciality food vendors during the event. A public bar also operates on the site each day.

AIRCRAFT

A marked grassed airstrip is available parallel to the Midland Hwy and east of the display area which measures 1000 m in length by 50 m in width. Adequate aircraft parking space is also available. Contact Wayne Cowan on 0427 326 444 for more information.

ADMINISTRATION

The field days administration office is located in the centre of the site and can be reached on 5432 6176.

WEBSITE

For regular updates, visit www.elmorefielddays.com.au or find us on Facebook — Elmore Field Days.

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LOCATION

The field days are held at the Elmore Events Centre adjoining the Midland Hwy about 2 km east of the Elmore township.

HOURS

The field days site opens each morning at 8.30 am and gates close at 5 pm.

CAR PARKING

Unlimited free parking is provided adjacent to the entry gates on both sides of the field days site. Disabled parking is available at Gate 2 and Gate 11.

ENTRY COSTS

The entry charge is $18 for adults and $8 for secondary students, GST included. Children under 12 are free. No concessions. Companion Cards accepted.

DOGS

Dogs are not permitted on site, with the exception of assistance dogs.

SITE SERVICES

PURCHASES

ACCOMMODATION

Hotel and motel accommodation can be found in the nearby regional centres of Bendigo, Echuca-Moama and Shepparton.

FOOD AND DRINK

AIRCRAFT

ADMINISTRATION

The field days administration office is located in the centre of the site and can be reached on 5432 6176.

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Health on auditorium agenda

Health issues will have a strong focus in the auditorium at the Elmore Field Days. Three presentations about ongoing, serious health matters will include mental illness, men’s health and the ice epidemic. The guest speakers come from different backgrounds and have acquired knowledge and insight on their respective topics in diverse ways.

Making men’s health a priority

McEwan talks on a personal level From the small country town of Lockington in northern Victoria to the small screen, Channel 10 reporter and presenter Brad McEwan has spent much of his energy updating audiences with the latest news in sport. He has worked alongside Sandra Sully presenting on Sydney’s TEN News at Five, TEN Late News with Sports Tonight and on the national TEN Late News desk. Mr McEwan attended the 2010 FIFA World Cup in South Africa and in the same year, presented from Delhi with the TEN News Commonwealth Games team. However at the 2015 Elmore Field Days, Mr McEwan will speak about a topic closer to home. About 20 years ago, he lost his father and brother to suicide after their struggles with mental illness. As an ambassador for beyondblue, Mr McEwan is determined to open up discussion and help remove

the stigma that is sometimes still associated with depression and anxiety. “We must continue to address mental health issues and, most importantly, encourage people to talk about their mental health,” Mr McEwan said. With about three million Australians living with mental illness and the Australian Government announcing earlier this year that it would work to develop a new national mental health plan, mental illness is an issue of growing importance. Mr McEwan will talk about his family’s experience with mental illness and the impact it has had on his family. Along with his sister and mother, Mr McEwan believes that his family members’ lives would have been spared with the support of an organisation like beyondblue. “You might not see the scars but they’re there,” he said. Auditorium: Wednesday, October 7 at noon.

Since 2001, Peter Strange has worked at Bendigo Community Health Services as a men’s nurse practitioner. Currently, he is employed in a role which includes health education, health promotion, population-based health assessment and sexual health screening. Mr Strange works with a general practitioner who specialises in men’s health and in a medical practice located within the community health service. Mr Strange consults as a men’s health nurse practitioner at three Bendigo Community Health Services sites, Headspace and Bendigo Regional Institute of TAFE. The men’s nurse practitioner is responsible for conducting health promotion clinics in the workplace and other venues, including places close to where farmers and men from rural areas can come together. Mr Strange has also worked as associate charge nurse in accident and emergency at Bendigo Hospital and as a cardiac rehabilitation nurse at Castlemaine Hospital. He is currently studying his Masters of Nursing Science (nurse practitioner). With a wealth of knowledge and broad experience, Mr Strange’s presentation is sure to be highly informative and interesting. Auditorium: Wednesday, October 7 at 1.30 pm

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Alcohol and drug addictions in focus

Narelle Stone back to share more Quirky Tales

Regional Victoria’s first alcohol and other drugs addictions nurse practitioner Cameron Cail will be a guest speaker at the Elmore Field Days.

Narelle Stone is returning to the 2015 Elmore Field Days and will entertain children with her story-time presentations. Ms Stone, owner and operator of Quirky Tales, lives in Bendigo with her husband, two dogs and five chooks. She has travelled to a number of places and presented many tales for children at libraries, kindergartens, primary schools and community groups throughout central and regional Victoria. With a background in acting, Ms Stone looks forward to taking to the stage and keeping all of her little fans happy at this year’s Elmore Field Days.

The Bendigo Community Health Services’ professional has 10 years’ experience assisting those grappling with addiction and has been invited to Elmore to provide information about methamphetamine. He will outline how the drug, commonly referred to as ice, affects users physically, why it is so addictive and how it impacts on social structures, employment and family relationships. Mr Cail said he would briefly talk about other drugs but would focus on methamphetamine use given its recent extensive media exposure. There will be a short question-andAddiction nurse practitioner Cameron Cail. answer session following Mr Cail’s 20-minute presentation. His interest in the alcohol and other drugs sector was sparked during a Mr Cail has completed his Masters of working holiday to the United Kingdom, Nursing and has worked at the front line, which included a job at Her Majesty’s helping people struggling with addiction. Pentonville Prison, where Mr Cail’s Auditorium: interaction with the inmates prompted a Tuesday, October 6 at 1 pm. career shift from cardiac care.

Auditorium: Tuesday, October 6 at 12.30 pm Wednesday, October 7 at 1 pm Thursday, October 8 at 1.30 pm

Footy clubs’ role in community explored AFL Goulburn Murray region general manager Martin Gleeson has been invited to speak at one of the informative sessions at Elmore Field Days. Mr Gleeson said he would talk about the role of local football clubs in communities and their importance in offering a sporting and social outlet. Football clubs brought the community

together, reduced social isolation, increased community pride and improved physical and mental health, Mr Gleeson said. Last year the AFL partnered with La Trobe University to determine the value of a typical football club to its community. Auditorium: Tuesday, October 6 at 1.30 pm

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See machinery in action Elmore Field Days are one of the few agricultural events that still host inpaddock demonstrations of the latest farm machinery. Farmers and contractors have the opportunity to see new-release equipment trialled in an agricultural setting, as well as

In-paddock demonstrations draw large crowds at Elmore Field Days.

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speak directly to the selling agents. Daily demonstrations are staged at 11 am and 1 pm and the area is accessed by gates 7 and 8. On display this year are: • Berrima Hay Rakes — Berrima BRC 1000 hay rake. • Falcon UAV — AgFalcon UAV (drone). • Farm Tech — Air-Vader-Maxi 3 m. • Fix Engineering — Fix Rehabilitator

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Elmore Field Days 2015 program Tuesday, October 6 9.30 am 10 am 10.30 am 10.45 am 11 am 11 am 11 am 11.45 am 12.30 pm 12.30 pm 1 pm 1.30 pm 1.30 pm 2 pm 2 pm 2 pm 2.30 pm 2.45 pm

Shearing: Team 1 — Border Leicester X Merino Cross n Spot On Vaccination presentation n Shearing / wool handling demonstration n Shearing: Team 1 — Border Leicester X Merino Cross n In-paddock demonstrations commence n Spot On Vaccination presentation n Elmore National AG ART WEAR® Competition — parade n Overview: Ewes for the Future trial n Shearing in the past — including blade shearing n Quirky Tales — Narelle Stone — children’s entertainment Cameron Cail — The Ice Epidemic n AFL Victoria — The importance of a local football club n Shearing Team 2 — Multimeat X Merino Cross n Spot On Vaccination presentation n Elmore National AG ART WEAR® Competition — parade n Vintage tractor parade Shearing / wool handling demonstration n Shearing: Team 2 — Multimeat X Merino Cross n

World champion axeman Dave Foster will swing into action at the Elmore Field Days at the Atlantic Oils exhibit. See his woodchopping demonstrations at site 492.

Wednesday, October 7 9 am 9.30 am 10 am 10.30 am 10.30 am 10.45 am 10.45 am 11 am 11 am 11 am 11.45 am Noon Noon 12.30 pm 1 pm 1 pm 1.30 pm 1.30 pm 2 pm 2 pm 2 pm 2 pm 2.30 pm 2.45 pm

Austrade presentation — Fair Trade Agreement Site No 418 n Shearing: Team 3 — Cashmore-Oaklea Performance Maternals (Composites) n Spot on Vaccination Presentation n Better Homes & Gardens — Jason Hodges — Demonstration of paving Site No AP109 n Shearing / wool handling demonstration n Shearing: Team 3 — Cashmore-Oaklea Performance Maternals (Composites) n Elmore National AG ART WEAR® Competition — parade n In-paddock demonstrations commence n Spot On Vaccination presentation n Austrade Presentation — Fair Trade Agreement Site No 418 n Overview: Ewes for the Future trial n Beyond Blue – Brad McEwan — mental health n Better Homes & Gardens — Jason Hodges — Demonstration of retaining walls Site No AP109 n Shearing in the past — including blade shearing n Quirky Tales with Narelle Stone — children’s entertainment n Austrade presentation — Fair Trade Agreement Site No 418 n Men’s health — Peter Strange n Shearing: Team 4 — Merino — Loddon Valley n Spot On Vaccination presentation n Better Homes & Gardens — Jason Hodges — building blocks Site No AP109 n Elmore National AG ART WEAR® Competition — parade n Vintage tractor parade n Shearing / wool handling demonstration n Shearing: Team 4 — Merino — Loddon Valley n

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Thursday, October 8 9.30 am 10 am 10.30 am 10.30 am 10.45 am 11 am 11 am 11 am 11.45 am Noon 12.30 pm 12.30 pm 1.30 pm 1.30 pm 2 pm 2 pm 2 pm 2 pm

Better Homes and Gardens DIY gardener Jason Hodges will be at paving Site No AP109 at Elmore Field Days.

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Shearing: Team 5 — Leahcim Merino n Spot On Vaccination presentation n Shearing / wool handling demonstration n Better Homes & Gardens — Jason Hodges — demonstration of paving Site No AP109 n Shearing: Team 5 — Leahcim Merino n In-paddock demonstrations commence n Spot On Vaccination presentation n Elmore National AG ART WEAR® Competition — parade n Overview: Ewes for the Future trial n Better Homes & Gardens — Jason Hodges — demonstration of retaining walls Site No AP109 n Shearing in the past — including blade shearing n Livestock & Crime Specialist Group — Craig Gillard, Victoria Police n Quirky Tales with Narelle Stone n Shearing: Team 6 — Centre Plus Merino n Better Homes & Gardens — Jason Hodges — building blocks Site No AP109 n Vintage tractor parade n Spot On Vaccination presentation n Elmore National AG ART WEAR® Competition — parade final n Shearing/wool handling demonstration n Shearing: Team 6 — Centre Plus Merino n

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Shearing of Ewes for the Future trial Spot On Vaccination presentation Shearing / wool handling demonstrations Shearing of Ewes for the Future trial Spot On Vaccination presentation Overview of the Ewes for the Future trial Shearing in the past — including blade shearing Shearing of the Ewes for the Future trial Spot On Vaccination presentation Shearing / wool handling demonstrations Shearing of the Ewes for the Future trial

Equestrian park officially opened Federal Treasurer Joe Hockey officially opened the new stable complex at Elmore Equestrian Park on August 1.

Fly in to field days Elmore is the only field days in Australia that has an on-site airstrip. Veteran pilot Wayne Cowan, his brother Peter and son Andrew make up the three-member airstrip committee charged with ensuring the 1 km natural grass surface is operational. Mr Cowan said almost 100 planes used the airstrip during the three-day event, ferrying in visitors, government officials and dignitaries from around Australia. “The airstrip is used for training schools throughout the year, as well as emergency service planes, but the busiest period is during the field days,” Mr Cowan said.

He said the strip could accommodate twin-turboprop aircraft seating up to 10 people, and most planes parked for the day before flying out later in the afternoon. “Elmore is the only field day in Australia where you can fly in, land and walk into the field day site. You don’t have to be driven to the gate,” Mr Cowan said. With the event only days away, staff are busily preparing the airstrip, ensuring it is mowed, the wind socks are in good order and the cone markers are in place. Mr Cowan lives close to the field days site but usually flies his own plane to and from the event. “There’s so much traffic, I get home quicker if I fly,” he said.

The $1.2 million project, which also included a new amenities block, has cemented Elmore’s place as a safe userfriendly environment capable of hosting premier equine events. Elmore Field Days secretary Sam Shotton said the undercover stable pavilion with portable stalls could accommodate about 100 horses and further expanded the equestrian capabilities of the site. “We seriously underestimated the impact the stables would have on our bookings. Our event calendar has tripled and from February to May next year there are only two weekends available for bookings,” Ms Shotton said. Equestrian clubs from Bendigo, Echuca, Pyalong and as far afield as Horsham have regular events scheduled, making use of the facilities which also include an indoor arena, dressage arenas, day yards and camping area. Ms Shotton said the new agribusiness pavilion, opened in 2011, was now available for indoor horse events and training. “We open the pavilion every Wednesday night for training. It suits people who get home from work in the dark and want to

train, regardless of the weather, as well as those who may be competing in indoor events and want to practise inside,” Ms Shotton said. The stable complex, with its impressive architectural curved roof, has portable stalls that can be removed, freeing up the space for other exhibitions and displays. Funding for the project came from the Federal Government’s Infrastructure and Regional Development Department’s community development grants program and the Elmore Field Days committee. Ms Shotton said the Elmore site was home to the Rich River Equestrian Club, a relatively small group that had contributed about $100 000 towards the facility’s development. Work is now continuing on the next stage of the equestrian park, the expansion of a grassed area for large-scale competition. The 7 ha parcel of land has been lasered and the irrigation system extended to establish turf and eventually support larger rings for showing. Ms Shotton said the project should be completed by December 12.

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Joyce calls it a day When Joyce Giffin took on the Elmore Field Days general interest coordinator role it took up just three hours of her week. Now in her 17th year in the position, Mrs Giffin spends four-and-a-half days in the office at Elmore organising the extensive list of exhibitors in the general interest pavilion. Mrs Giffin will retire in December having overseen the impressive growth of the area, as well as the introduction of the popular Ag Art Wear competition, which had 12 entries in the first year and now draws 50 creative pieces. Encouraged to apply for the position by her fellow Campaspe CWA branch members, Mrs Giffin said she had thoroughly enjoyed her involvement with the field days and had met some interesting people. “The general interest area is a very important part of the field days, it offers something for the whole family to look at,” Mrs Giffin said. The organising starts with sending out letters of interest to the previous year’s exhibitors and filling any vacant sites as they crop up. Joyce Giffin is retiring from her Elmore Field Days role after 17 years.

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“It’s good to have new exhibitors, it keeps the area fresh and interesting for visitors who come year after year,” Mrs Giffin said. “I suppose my favourite part of the job is seeing when it’s all come together, when everything is set up. It’s the fruits of your labour on display, so to speak.” Behind the scenes work for Mrs Giffin includes securing sponsorship for the Ag Art Wear competition and assisting with rehearsals of the models who wear the agricultural-inspired creations. The co-ordinator’s role hasn’t left Mrs Giffin much time to pursue her own interest in sewing and craft, something she hopes to rectify once she’s retired. And Mrs Giffin will continue to attend the field days, as a voluntary exhibitor in the CWA display instead of in an official capacity.

“I suppose my favourite part of the job is seeing when it’s all come together, when everything is set up. It’s the fruits of your labour on display, so to speak.” Joyce Giffin

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Creative flair in Ag Art A highlight of the Elmore Field Days program, the Ag Art Wear competition is now in its 15th year. The fashion show with a difference stipulates entrants use agricultural materials to craft their unique designs. In the past, bones, bullet casings, barbed wire, corrugated iron and silage net wrap have been woven into the striking designs, which are modelled by women and girls who live in the surrounding district. General interest co-ordinator Joyce Giffin said this year’s event has attracted 50 entries competing for the coveted first prize in the four sections: avant garde, designer, 18-and-under and best hat. “I never cease to be amazed by some of the materials that are used. No two entries are ever the same,” Mrs Giffin said. She said designers drew on their own experiences or topical news issues for inspiration when planning their creations. A panel of four judges scrutinise the outfits during the daily fashion parades, with the top six finalists in each category featuring in the final parade on the Thursday at 2 pm, prior to the winners being announced. Ag Art Wear fashion parades will run twice daily in the auditorium marquee near the general interest pavilion. This year’s Ag Art event has expanded

Winning garments at last year’s Ag Art Wear competition were Under-21: The Drum Muster by Jessica Harrison, modelled by Kelsey Niven; Avant Garde: Flower Show by Nola Wallis, modelled by Bec Arnold; Designer: Filtering Through by Jan Dew, modelled by Elisha Pope. to include a primary school section, with entries from students in the Campaspe region. Year 3 to 6 students from Elmore, Colbinabbin, Drummartin, Goornong and Elmore’s Our Lady of the Sacred Heart primary schools are busily preparing their creations.

Mrs Giffin said the students’ hats were subject to the same rules as the other entries and must be fashioned from farmrelated materials. Prizes and encouragement awards will be handed out and all entries will be displayed in the general interest pavilion at the field days.

Students learn volunteer value Colbinabbin Primary School students will learn the importance of volunteering when they help out at the Elmore Field Days. Senior students, accompanied by staff and parents, will be stationed at the entrance gates handing out the official programs to visitors. School principal Robyn MacLean said this was the first year the school had carried out this role, taking over from Drummartin Primary School. Ms MacLean said volunteering was a practical way for students to consolidate their understanding of the school’s core values — respect, honesty, trust, understanding and co-operation. The school has been involved with other aspects of the field days in the past, with volunteers assisting with catering and in turn raising much-needed funds to support the student enrolment of 36. This year the field days are being held during school term and students are busily working on their entries for the Ag Art competition. Ms MacLean said agricultural materials were being fashioned into hats for inclusion in the primary school section of the popular annual event and the school had planned an excursion to view their entries.

A local connection Boys like Archie and Kahn from Bendigo and surrounding regions have been boarding at Melbourne Grammar School for more than 150 years. Our boarders are supported by dedicated staff and a strong house system which helps them build relationships, gain confidence and learn independence. We value the contribution that boarders make to life at the School and look forward to meeting our local boys’ friends and families at Elmore Field Days this year. Come and visit our booth in the General Interest Pavilion to find out how our dedicated staff and nurturing learning community help our students realise their full potential. Boarding is available for boys in Year 7 to Year 12. For more information or to enquire about boarding intake in 2016, please contact Admissions on 9865 7570 or email enrol@mgs.vic.edu.au.

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More to see at showcase The success of the inaugural showcase of locally produced wine and food at last year’s Elmore Field Days has encouraged new businesses to exhibit in 2015. Originally the brainchild of field days president Frank Harney, the showcase offers a dedicated area for farmers to take their produce to the general public. The Taste More at Elmore food and wine pavilion is a family friendly-area with undercover seating and adds yet another dimension to the entertainment provided at the three-day event. Field days secretary Sam Shotton said the pavilion exhibition was sponsored by Temptation Living and Landscapes and Stride Events and included quality produce such as cheese, jam, salami, wine, olives and fruit. New exhibitors include Kyabram camel farmers Chris and Megan Williams, who have recently expanded their range of camel milk products to include balm and body products, and Prickly Moses handcrafted beer from Barongarook in south-west Victoria. “The quality and diversity of produce is very impressive,” Ms Shotton said.

Kyabram camel farmers Chris and Megan Williams are new exhibitors at the food and wine showcase at Elmore Field Days. Mr Harney said the idea was originally floated as a way of showing visitors to the region the broad scope of food-producing farms including fat lambs, dairy, piggeries and boutique wines.

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New technology on show Visitors to Elmore Field Days can expect to see the latest in agricultural technology and innovation. Australian and international companies will launch new products and showcase state-of-the-art machinery at the three-day expo. Goornong business G.E.Silos has been manufacturing smaller replicas of its signature silo range for six months and will have a selection on show at Elmore. Managing director Jason Comer said the company’s development of the Mini G range, which has a capacity ranging from 60 kg up to one tonne, was in response to customer inquiry. Mr Comer said the range suited hobby farmers, chook or dog breeders or property owners with a few horses or pet animals. “The major advantage is that feed is protected from mice and other pests and the weather. “They have a handle that is easy to

operate so people can fill their buckets and feed their animals,” Mr Comer said. The new range of mini silos is available in kit form or fully assembled. Another innovation, the Davimac tracked chaser bin, is Australian designed and built. Easy to operate, the tracked chaser bin has increased flotation resulting in less compaction and wear and tear on farm paddocks. New Australian products on show at Elmore will include Agroplow (Davimac tracked chaser bin), Berrima Hay Rakes (BRC 1000), Falcon UAV (AgFalcon UAV), Farm Pro (triple paddock roller, self folding), Fleximake (fire fighting unit and diesel transfer unit), Jeff Townrow Quality Seed Grading (high-capacity mobile seed grader), Peak Hill Industries (newgeneration sheep handler), Smale Farm Equipment (top-feed belt attachment for canola front) and Spitwater Victoria (highpressure water cleaner). For a full list of the latest technology see the Elmore Field Days website at www.elmorefielddays.com.au

Seed grader to sow more efficient results Jeff Townrow’s Quality Seed Grading Service will unveil a new and improved seed grader at the 2015 Elmore Field Days. The innovative seed grader is mounted on a rigid truck and has the capacity to grade up to 35 tonnes of wheat per hour with a fifth indent; an improvement on the current rigid truck-mounted graders which grade up to 24 tonnes per hour. The new seed grader treats at a higher capacity and has a 50 per cent increase in screening area. Employee Clay Townrow is looking forward to testing out the machine. “The machine will be more efficient so you’ll be able to get more done in a day without compromising quality and accuracy.” Seed grading is vital to sowing and cropping programs. The process serves to remove foreign seeds, dust, and small grains. According to Jeff Townrow’s Quality Seed Grading Service, neglecting to grade seeds can lead to a reduction in crop germination and emergence. He said tests and practical results

showed that professional seed grading led to a substantial increase in yield. Mr Townrow expected the new seed grader would allow a more efficient season with the technology achieving improved screening and cleaning and more accurate application of multiple seed treatments. The new machine is manufactured by Edmonds Engineering in Ballarat and is the second of its kind. He said preliminary testing had proven the increased efficiency of the new machine. “The first machine came out last December … they (manufacturers) are always looking at refining the machines to improve efficiency,” Mr Townrow said. Jeff Townrow’s Quality Seed Grading Service’s mission is to provide the highest quality and most efficient service. The business is always looking for ways to improve its productivity for its customers by embracing new technology.

In brief Parcel pick-up Visitors to the Elmore Field Days don’t have to carry their parcels all day or make numerous trips to their vehicles to store their shopping. “When people buy something they can ask the stallholder to organise the parcel pick-up service,” field days secretary Sam Shotton said. “The service costs $2 per parcel and people can collect all of their purchases from their parcel pick-up collection point at the end of the day.” Ms Shotton said there would be parcel collection points at each public car park, adjacent to the entry gates.

Tractors on parade Lockington Heritage Centre will conduct a daily tractor parade at the Elmore Field Days from October 6 to 8. The display will feature tractors which have been restored to their original condition, including a TE20 Massey Ferguson.

the first week of the festival. Seniors travelling by public transport to Elmore can take a shuttle bus from the Elmore train and bus station to the Elmore Events Centre. Bookings are essential, phone 5432 6176.

Knitting challenge A knitting challenge that will benefit the Royal Children’s Hospital will be a special feature of the CWA site at this year’s Elmore Field Days. Knitters can knit a section of a rug with the aim to help complete it by the end of the field days. The rug will then be donated to the Royal Children’s Hospital. The knitting challenge will be sponsored by Bendigo Woollen Mills.

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Seniors Week travel Seniors making the most of free travel during the first week of the 2015 Victorian Seniors Festival can take a trip to the Elmore Field Days. This year’s field days coincides with

A bus tour of the Elmore Field Days will give nursing home residents a chance to reminisce about their time on farms. Rochester and Elmore District Health Service will transport residents of the nursing home and hostel around the field days site. Many of these residents have been involved in past field days and look forward to the bus tour.

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Pink range expands for baling season Tapex national sales manager Jason Amos said the company had expanded its partnership with the McGrath Foundation after last year’s successful sales of the pink Tama net which helped raise breast cancer awareness. “As a result of the successful campaign last year, we have now extended the pink range to include bale wrap which is manufactured by Trioplast of Sweden,” Mr Amos said. “This initiative, which originated in New Zealand with our company Agpac, has

Tapex will display its latest innovations for the baling season at this year’s Elmore Field Days. Crop packaging specialist Tapex has supplied packaging products to the Australian market for more than 55 years. Tapex will showcase a variety of products this year including: • Hercules HD baling twine — proven in all high-density square balers for the past two years, as the leading HD twine on the market; • Tama 4500 m net (available in pink to support McGrath Breast Care nurses); • Trioplus — 1900 m bale-wrap (available in pink to support McGrath Breast Care nurses); • Silotite Pro — 1950 m length five-layer bale-wrap; • O2 Barrier two-in-one silage covers; and • Grainflex Grain Tubes — new seven-layer extrusion technology.

“We are proud to have started a global campaign to raise awareness of women’s health in rural communities across Europe, the UK, and New Zealand and to increase our campaign here in Australia.” Jason Amos

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now spread throughout Europe and the United Kingdom. “We are proud to have started a global campaign to raise awareness of women’s health in rural communities across Europe, the UK, and New Zealand and to increase our campaign here in Australia.” For every pink roll of 4500 m Tama net sold, $18 will be donated to the McGrath Foundation, and for every roll of Trioplus

Pink bale-wrap sold, $5 will be donated to the McGrath Foundation to fund McGrath Breast Care nurses across Australia. Mr Amos hoped the pink silage and hay bales would stand out in paddocks and also serve as a reminder for breast cancer awareness. For more information, visit the Tapex team at Elmore Field Days site 93 in the Ag Pavilion or go to www.tapex.com.au

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This year’s Elmore Field Days will be the first appearance of Total Eden after its merger with Rob Rye Irrigation and Archards Irrigation. Total Eden regional manager Andrew Chittick said the recent merger was a rare occurrence in the industry. “It’s a unique thing for the region and the industry; you’ve got established businesses in the market coming together which has never happened before,” Mr Chittick said. “These companies are at the forefront of creating pipe-and-riser systems.” Total Eden will showcase a variety of services at this year’s Elmore Field Days including its automation, pump control and fabricated irrigation products. Total Eden’s pump control system will be demonstrated during Elmore Field Days. Mr Chittick said Total Eden staff would be available to meet with people to discuss their irrigation plans.

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Innovation-led, farmer-focused Duncan Ag has a range of new products for display at this year’s Elmore Field Days. A continued focus on all-round farm solutions and smart design is at the forefront of a number of new product additions to the Duncan farm machinery range. Duncan Ag general manager Craig McIsaac said his team was well aware of the increasing need for farmers to get as much value out of their machinery as possible. Mr McIsaac said the newly added INO range, as well as Duncan Ag’s own drills and feed-out equipment, met the needs of Australian farmers. “We like to think of ourselves as designers and providers of smart farming multitools — implements that deliver heaps of versatility as well as proven build quality,” Mr McIsaac said. INO, an award-winning international company, was recently selected by Duncan Ag as the suppliers of precision seeders and mulcher mowers. The INO Precision Seeder is a unique pneumatic seeding drill that operates on the basis of overpressure to ensure accurate seed delivery. Mr McIsaac said the precision seeder had

proven well suited to the sowing of fodder beet, maize, cotton and soy bean with seeding regulated by ground-driven wheels. The INO Mulcher Mower has a patented double spiral rotor that requires 24 per cent less power to drive the mower — giving considerable savings to operating costs while still achieving outstanding results. Another recent addition to the Duncan stable is the TFD (The Farmer Drill). The Farmer Drill features a 3 m sowing width machine on 125 mm row spacing, and also comes standard with radar, electric drive and an alternative spring tine to the conventional coil tine with new style boot and point. Another new addition to the Duncan AgMech forage feed-out range is the Multi Plus, a versatile combination feeder wagon that feeds out round and square bales, and up to 3m3 of loose silage. “Production systems on many large farms mean supplements will remain on the menu notwithstanding tighter budgets this season,” Mr McIsaac said. “What we’re aiming to do with the likes of these new machines is make sure farmers have all the tools they need to manage and handle that feed quickly, efficiently and reliably.” For more information, talk to your local Duncan Ag dealer, visit Duncan Ag at site 1067 or phone 9314 9666.

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Tanks join the display at WB Hunter site Spray tanks manufactured by Nathalia-based business Trans Tank International will be displayed at the WB Hunter site at Elmore Field Days. TTI constructs rotationally moulded polyethylene tanks for a variety of applications including agricultural spraying, diesel transfer, firefighting and

dust suppression. Marketing manager Ross Buchner said the Nathalia facility employed 30 staff and up until 12 months ago was recognised by its previous name Rapid Spray Southern. Tank sizes range from 20 litres to 15 000 litres and are fitted with spray nozzles, hose reels, pumps and booms depending on their intended agricultural or industrial use. TTI primarily sells through rural stores, such as the WB Hunter group, in Victoria, Tasmania, South Australia and NSW as

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on the site. Agronomists, nutritionists and representatives of the various supply companies will be on hand to answer questions and offer advice. Mr Neal said there would be some great specials on Coprice dog food, Lucky Layer pellets and hardware, while purchasers of 12.5 litre drums of Bomectin drench will receive a free pizza oven or chainsaw. Visit WB Hunter at site AP2.

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A home away from home Melbourne Grammar School offers boarding options for families considering an education away from home for their children. Growing up with 11 siblings proved excellent training for Kahn Vocale’s entry to boarding at Melbourne Grammar School. “I’d been warned that I might get homesick but having grown up in a big family, being in the boarding house was really just like being at home,” Kahn said. Originally from Kyabram, the Year 10 student joined the Melbourne Grammar School community last year. “My parents always had the idea to send my brothers, sisters and I to boarding school for our education,” Kahn said. “My older siblings have finished school now and they’re living and working around the city, so my parents thought it would be good to try and find a school near the city,” Kahn said. Since moving from his home, Kahn has settled in well in his new surroundings. “I remember coming to the school for the first time when I was in Year 8, I did a tour and I thought that the facilities were amazing,” he said. The boarding precinct is located adjacent to the school’s main campus,

opposite Melbourne’s Royal Botanic Gardens and with ready access by public transport to Melbourne’s popular sporting and arts venues. From the very beginning Kahn wasted no time in getting involved in extracurricular activities. “What is really great is that you can try so many different things,” Kahn said. “I play footy, touch rugby and I’m doing diving as well.” Boarding staff, including heads of house, boarding tutors and the qualified nurses in the health centre, provide support to the students living away from home. “It’s like having several parents to help you out, especially the boarding house tutors, they make a massive difference to our experience. They’re always there to look after you,” Kahn said. Kahn will be at the Melbourne Grammar site at the Elmore Field Days and said he was looking forward to catching up with friends and family at home. “It’s so good to get home during term breaks and long weekends,” he said. “You build up a bit of anticipation before you head home, because you realise nothing stays the same while you’ve been away. It’s always different, and that makes you appreciate it a bit more.” Visit site 54 during the Elmore Field Days to chat with Kahn and staff about boarding at Melbourne Grammar School.

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Cub Campers 724 Cummins 315 Cutter Craft GI-68 CV Bearings 347 CWA Echuca Group GI-20,GI-21 D & M Stockfeeds GI-85 Dalabri Creations GI-48 Dandaragan Sheep Handling Systems 1226 Davey Water Products 321 1250 Daviesway Pty Ltd Dawn Mowers 1412 278 Dean & McCabe Windmills Pty Ltd Dean Trailers 965 Delaval Pty Ltd 991 Delightful Rainglow GI-5 Department of Economic Development, Jobs, Transport & Resources 349 Dial Before You Dig AP47 Diamond Garden Tools GI-35 Diggers Clothing Co. 619 Dog Master Trainers GI-112 doTERRA Pure Essential Oils & Arbonne Health & Wellness GI-65 Drovers Saddlery 730 DrumMuster • 349 Duckfeet Australia GI-14 Dumac Pumps 596 Duncan Ag 1067 Duncan Stockcrates 662 Dunstan Farmers Engineering 969 Eade’s Xtreme Marine 713 AP90 Eagle Fuels Pty Ltd Eagle I Machinery Pty Ltd 612 668 Eastern Spreaders Pty Ltd Easy Dairy Automation Systems 1041 Easydrive Post Co. 339 Echuca CIH Sales & Service 765 Echuca Rural 912 1044 Eco Dairy Solutions Pty Ltd Eddington Engineering • 1072 EGR Trailers 1539 Electrodip 1440 El-Gra Engineering 973 Ellerton Seed Cleaning 621 Elliott Bros of Bendigo MPE 1184 Ellwaste 634 Elmore Events Centre • AP88 Elmore Fire Brigade 549 Elmore Primary Health Services GI-32 Elphinstone Weighing Systems 126 AP86 Emerald Grain Pty Ltd Endura Signature Structures AP92 Enduro Tags 1230 Energy Safe Victoria AP125A Enjo GI-16 Enviropro Alternatives 1028 Envisage Furniture 1025 Equipco 190 Eureka Garages & Sheds 133 Evan Evans GI-106 Everset Mousetraps • 195 Ewescan Embryoscan 1448 AP40 eXacct Pty Ltd Extend Security 711A Ezy Rollover Crush 1005 Falcon UAV AP1 Farm Automation Australia • 989 Farm Monitoring Solutions AP15 Farm Pro 515 Farm Tender 530 Farmcall Supplies 520 FarmTech Machinery 1089 Feedomatic 1046 FeedTest - Agrifood Technology AP10 Felt Fairy GI-76 Fence Line Solutions 193 Finders Keypers GI-30 Fix Engineering • 827 Fleximake PTY LTD AP132A Flicker Aroma’s GI-73 Flight Centre Bendigo GI-13 1425 Focus Genetics Ltd Prtshp Fonterra Australia AP110 T2 Food Factory Sales Pty Ltd Fork Force Australia AP36 Foster Marketing 757 Frankling Custom Feeds 1006 Freedom Tanks 1487 Frost Urself GI-31 Fuelco AP98

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ELMORE FIELD DAYS 2015 Event Map PUBLIC GATES

Agribusiness Pavilion Site No. 517

OFFICE / INFORMATION

PARENT CENTRE

AGRIBUSINESS PAVILION

TOILETS

ATM

FIRST AID

GENERAL INTEREST PAVILION

RECREATION & LEISURE EXHIBITS

SHEARING SHED EXHIBIT

DISABLED TOILETS

PARCEL PICKUP

POLICE

TASTE MORE PAVILION

LIVESTOCK EXHIBITS

IN-PADDOCK DEMONSTRATIONS

+ BABY CHANGE TABLE

AUDITORIUM

FOOD COURTS & PICNIC AREAS

Main Entrance

BONN DRV

PUBLIC BAR AP1

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897 Éť 917

7th Avenue

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834 É˝ 817

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1st Avenue

35(&,6,21 /,9(672&. 0$1$*(0(17 ,6 7+( )8785( But sometimes it all seems a bit complex. Not so with Te Pari Sheep management systems because at Te Pari we design and manufacture each system component to fit seamlessly together, delivering totally integrated solutions. This enables you to easily manage stock, obtain and collect valuable data, and allow you to do what you do best - Produce quality livestock.

ELMORE SITE 1018

NEW Te Pari CDR3 Cattle Auto Drafter will also be on display

1st Avenue WEST PARCEL PICKUP

3rd Avenue 416 É˝ 399 2nd Avenue

FOOD COURT

PUBLIC ENTRANCE

AP73

AP74

AP75

AP11 AP12

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154 É˝ 137

136 É˝ 116

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AP89

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AP116

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AP83

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339 Éť 356

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AP117

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AP17

AP102

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AP125 A

AP41

AP125 B

AP40

AP124

AP38

AP123 A

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AP101

AP121

AP100

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PUBLIC ENTRANCE

5DFHZHOO +' 3-Way Sheep Handler

5DFHZ ZHOO '5 3-Way Sheep Auto Drafter

The Te Pari Racewell HD3 Auto Drafting Sheep Handler is the ultimate precision sheep management tool for any sheep producer. This top of the line model can weigh and draft fully automatically by weight or EID and also undertake a range of other tasks such as dagging, capsule drenching and tagging. 6-Way Full Auto Drafting unit (the HD6) and a Trailer System are also available.

The New Te Pari P Racewell DR3 Auto Sheep Drafter, is a highly efficient, dedicated weeighing and drafting machine that is based upon well-proven and respectedd Te Pari Racewell technology. A full 5-Way Auto Drafting unit and a Trailer System are also available.

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196 É˝ 177

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34 Éť 53

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PARCEL OFFICE

317 Éť 338

2nd Avenue

1st Avenue

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537 É˝ 520

AP110

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20 Éť 33

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273 Éť 281

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PICNIC AREA 296B 296A

667 É˝ 650 TASTE MORE

606 Éť 627

5th Avenue

Bonn Drive

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689 É˝ 668

581 É˝ 560

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FOOD COURT

8th Avenue

9th Avenue

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Burnewang Drive

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Burnewang Drive

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GATE 6

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AP52

AP92

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LIVESTOCK 1231 É˝ 1221

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1244

1243

1418 É˝ 1393

GUN CLUB

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Corop Drive

1232 Éť 1242

GATE 8

VISITORS POLICE CENTRE FIRST AID

GENERAL INTEREST 1419 PAVILION

1430 É˝ 1420

SHEARING SHED

AP69

6th AVENUE

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1452 Éť 1463 10th Avenue

GATE 9

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ELMORE FIELD DAYS OCTOBER 6, 7 & 8 2015 EVENT LISTING Trading As Landcare - Shire of Campaspe & GM Landcare Network Landini Tractors / Taig Bros • Landmark Laucke Mills Lego Scene Lely Australia Pty Ltd Letzgetwired LIC Lifting Victoria Lightline Lightwave Technology Lions District 201 V6 Liquid Bionutrients Lister Petter Diesels Littl’ Juey Little Keeper Lizard Moleskin Jeans Lotus Industrial Ltd Co • LTS Equipment Luanda Datavac (Volta by Electrolux) Lucas Mill Lux Distributors Lyal Eales Stores Magic Pens Magnum Welders Pty Ltd Mahindra Tractors / Taig Bros Maine-Anjou Beef Australia Major Sales & Service Major Trailers Makita (Abbott Supply) MalAndy Outdoor Adventure Mandi’s Kitchen Gourmet Puddings Mansfield Tools Marianne Bunning Framing MarketBook Australia Mary Kay Cosmetics Master Series Chefs Knives Mawsons Maxifeeder MaxiTRANS McCullochs Hydraulic Engineers MCE Lasers • McIntosh Distribution McKee’s Garage & Engineering Pty Ltd McKinnon Seed Cleaning McLardy McShane Insurance and Financial Services Melbourne Grammar School Melbourne Tractors Metal Form Group Metalcorp Steel Metalscape MG Trading (Murray Goulburn Trading) Michaels of Donald Mickey Thompson Tires Mid West Concrete Midlands Murray Grey Group Midstate Machinery Midway Sales Tractors & Machinery Milne Water Bores Mister Embroidery & Workwear Molin Motorcycle & Marine Monster Fish Pty Ltd Morgans Financial Limited • Morris Outside Ent • Moto Shack Muckrunner Pty Ltd Muddy River Agricultural Murray River Books Murray’s Water & Mining Drilling NAB Agribusiness Nana May’s Magic Hand Scrub Natural Freshwater Pearls Natural Hand Knits nbn Neangar Nursery Nelson Silos New Age Caravans New Holland Aust Niagara Therapy Nichol Trading • Nick’s Beef Jerky Ninotchka Designs - Handmade Glass Jewellery NJV Trading Noel Simmons Irrigation Pty Ltd North Central Catchment Management Authority • North East AG & Industrial

Site 216 784 1489 1484 GI-58 1293 GI-115 1003 47 AP37 1180 709 986 285 GI-114 GI-82 1215 AP131A 155 GI-23 1263 GI-66 486 GI-7 484 784 1432 AP14 678 AP104 AP112 GI-28 1220A GI-117 AP123B GI-75 GI-70 AP8 1004 114 623 1062 802 1283 224 AP42 GI-54 1472 659 437 229 979 1317 423 11 1014 1096 1427 264 AP126 702 710A AP74 1029 9 686 1307 555 3 AP97 GI-57 GI-59 GI-1 AP113 272 879 718 905 GI-90 454 GI-98 GI-15 AP116 602 349 1527

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North Star Transport Equipment 85 Northern Feed Systems 989 Northern Hereford Group 1431 Northern Limousin Group 1016 Norton Livestock Handling Solutions 106 Now That’s a Knife 994 Nudie Bumz GI-74 Nuseed 393 Nutrimol 1462 Nutrisoil 1460 O’Connors Farm Machinery 892 Off Grid Energy Australia AP124 Olive Park Olive Oil T5 On the Go Safety Workwear 50 Onetrak Pty Ltd 1054 OPS Country Tanks 181 Optimum Engineering Solutions 1396 Organic Dairy Farmers of Australia AP6 Oricom UHF CB Radios 558 Otway Footwear GI-99 Overwrought Garden Art 1026 Ozatts 359 Ozvalue Ag Machinery 1120 Ozway Small Engines 227 Ozzi Kleen Water & Waste Water AP128B Pacific Seeds 364 Pacific Telecommunications 167 Padman Stops 999 Pat Kearins Menswear 716 Patch’s Canvas Manufacturing Pty Ltd 56 Paterson Pumps 600 PDH Mapping GI-8 Peak Hill Industries 741 Pellenc Australia 262 Penfold Home Improvements 1218 Pergolas Plus Outdoor Living 203 Perry’s Lemon Myrtle Rainforest Products • 177 Peter McRobert Machinery 77 PGG Wrightson Seeds 130 Philmac AP87 Phoenix Trading GI-55 Pioneer Hi-Bred Australia Pty Ltd 386 Pioneer Water Tanks 5 PJ Green Agricultural Engineering • 429 PJ’s 4x4 AP99 Planright P/L AP3 Plastek Water Products 208 Poettinger Australia Pty Ltd 787 Points Direct P/L 336 Poly Fence & Yards 58 Polyfect Irrigation P/L 284 Polymaster Group 15 Polytex Tarpaulins • 100 Poyser Motor Group 118 Poyser Trucks Bendigo 646 Poyser Trucks Isuzu • 778 Precise Farm Solutions 763 Precision Control Australia AP75 Prickly Moses Handcrafted Beer T15 Prime Samms 1458 Professional Nibbler 236 Propharma Australia Pty Ltd AP101 ProWay Livestock Equipment 1437 Pud For All Seasons T4 Pyramid Hill Welding Supplies 1072 Quality Log Splitters Tas 734 Quik Spray 744 R W Cocks 201 Rabobank 688 Rally Badges 1202 Rambo Wool Work Socks • 1489 Rat Barrow 238 Rat Zapper Victoria 109 Rawleigh’s Healthcare GI-36 Ray White Rochester AP35 Rayar Gypsum 371 REARSH Ladies Sleepwear GI-39 Recharge Battery Revitalizer 231 Red River Stockyards 1238 Redback Storage Systems 346 RFM AG Pty Ltd 1313 Rhino Water Tanks AP106 Rich River Irrigation Developments Pty Ltd 206 Richard Renato Service “Polaris” 1397 Riordan Grain Services 454 Riverina Belting Co 1252 Riverina Poly 179 Riverina Scooters & Mobility 76 Rob Rye Irrigation 578 Robinvale Estate GI-12

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Rochester Motorcycles 413 Root Boot • 184 Rosenow Industries 252 RPM 38 Ruband Tyres 72 Rubicon Water 312 Rural Bank • 497 Rural Finance • 497 S & A Baker • 1454 Saddle-Up Saddleworld 1022 Safelift Solutions 1531 Salami Shack GI-34 Scania Australia 735 Schinckel Hayrakes 507 Schuitemaker: Ag Machinery Australia 1194 Scotch College Melbourne AP52 Screaming Seeds Spice Co GI-67 Seasol AP71 Seed Distributors Pty Ltd 381 seemyshop2 GI-63 Semex Pty Ltd 997 Senior Sheds 173 SET Electrical Solutions Pty Ltd AP17 Seven Creeks Pearls GI-4 Seymour Alternative Farming Expo 711 Seymour Rural Equipment 511 Shearwell Australia Pty Ltd 1233 ShedBoss Bendigo AP125B Shepparton Lasers 1173 Shepparton Mowers & Marine 254 Shiatsu by Showdem GI-102 Shoof International Pty Ltd 60 Showcase Horse Floats 727 Siam Recycling Systems Australia Pty Ltd AP11 Silk n Silver GI-53 Sirius Steel Tanks • 173 Smale Farm Equipment 1510 Smallaire 632 Smoke and Roast GI-71 Smyth Seeds 171 Soap Orders.com GI-10 Solahart Bendigo 286 Solar City Greetings 242 Solar City Pest Control AP48 Solar On Electrical 2 Solartronics Gate Openers 99 solarwaterpumps.com.au 184 Sonaray Australia AP121 Sophie M Designs GI-61 SOTA Tractors Pty Ltd 1464 Southern Cross Industrial Supplies 149 Southern Region Dorper Sheep Society of Australia 1234 SpecSolar AP117 Spitwater Victoria 1058 Splitters Creek Olives T14 Spot On Ag 104 Spotted Dog Fudge T12 St Anne’s Winery AP115 St Patrick’s College Ballarat GI-62 Star Max GI-110 Statewide Sewing Superstore 1419 Stauff Hydraulics • 623 Steer Aust • 7 Step Forward Orthotics GI-22 Stephen Pasture Seeds 357 Sticker Me GI-108 Stihl Australia P/L 1256 Stihl Shop Echuca 1408 Stoneline Cookware GI-51 Stride Events AP88 Subaru AP118 Sue Farley – Isagenix Independent Associate GI-46 Suncorp • AP74 Sunergy Solar Water Wind 280 Superior Seed Co. AP76 Swagman Tours 715 Swanbuild Pty Ltd AP69 Swenrick Constructions (VIC) PTY LTD GI-87 T & F Imports 61 T&A Mechanical Services & Fabrication 506 Taig Bros 782 Tailgate Campers 729 Tapex Pty Ltd AP93 TASCO Petroleum 1049 Taylex Wastewater AP18 Te Pari Products 1224 Team Poly Tanks 44 Techgrow International 403 Telstra Country Wide 495

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Site

Temptation Living and Landscapes T19,T21 Tenpack P/L 1116 The Farm Store Australia AP85 The Fudge Factory GI-18 The Jolly Lolly Trolley 1220B The Nationals AP89 The Plaiters Pole GI-84 The Ultimate Hayfeeder 1393 The Weekly Times 534 Thermomix GI-81 Think Livestock 995 Thunderbird Ag 147 Tillage Radish 392 TNN Industries 175 Today Expositina Beijing AP131A Tools Unlimited 95 Topcon Precision Agriculture 500 Toro Australia • 1408 Total Viticulture Solutions AP4 Tow & Farm 1190 Trac Mac Farm Equipment Pty Ltd 1515 Track Trailer 728 Tractor World (Australia) Pty Ltd 1324 Trans Tank International 191 Tri Nature GI-3 Turbo Reel Irrigation 297 Tyremax Pty Ltd 221 Tyrepliers Engineering 52 Ultimate Fasteners • 999 Ultra One Asia Pacific AP123A Universal Farming Services P/L 144 Universal Initiatives AP95 Upper Murray Seeds 373 Urthly Organics GI-44 Vacuum Truck Supplies AP77 Valton Feeding Solutions Pty Ltd 1490 Vaughan Irrigators 563 Vehicle & Equipment Finance 684 Vennings 871 Venus Packaging 1507 VicRoads AP45 Victoria Police 546 Victorian Farmers Federation AP74 Victorian Labor AP43 Vin Rowe Farm Machinery 755 Vintage Kitchen Preserves T7 Violet Town Rural & Hardware 1018 Vision Mart Sunglasses GI-105 Vitec Australia 153 W & P Pumps & Dairy Services 560 Wacker Neuson 585 WACME 335 Wahroonga Enterprises Pty Ltd 1328 Warana Crafts GI-74 Waratah Fencing 628 Warratina Lavender Farm GI-43 Waste Not Stockfeeders 195 Water Desalination 565 Water Dynamics P/L 317 Waterfind Pty Ltd 685 Waterpool Co-Op 762 Watershift Group Pty Ltd t1485 WaterStore Poly Tanks 34 WB Hunter Pty Limited (Grain Div) AP2 Webb Stone Work 704 Weedwakka 110 Weir & Harrod Machinery Pty Ltd AP103 WesternOil Pty Ltd 42 WFI • AP74 what2ware GI-56 Whitlands Engineering 1478 William Adams AG 1311 Willow Batteries • 1058 Willpower Solar AP127A Wimmera Hearing Society Inc. 559A Windsor Park Country Flavour T11 WiSA Irrigation Solutions P/L 1009 Wobble-Tee 253 Wolf Engineering & Millwrights Pty Ltd 595 WorkSafe Victoria AP49 WWOOF Willing Workers on Organic Farms GI-89 Yara Australia 388 Yeoman’s Plow Co P/L 835 Yesteryear Plantations Eucalyptus & Tea Tree Oils 1027 Zeetags AP73 Key: • Co-exhibitor This list was current at the time of printing.

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Guaranteed to run in all HD balers. New Holland brand leader Mark Massingham with a new tractor featuring the Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia logo on the door.

New Holland supports men’s health Agricultural machinery giant New Holland has teamed up with Prostate Cancer Foundation of Australia to assist in the important fight against prostate cancer. The partnership will see New Holland and PCFA working together to raise awareness of prostate cancer, primarily in rural areas, where men are 20 per cent less likely to survive the disease than their metropolitan counterparts. Overall prostate cancer accounts for 30 per cent of all non-skin cancer diagnoses in males each year with more than 20 000 men diagnosed, and sadly 3300 losing their battle. One of the major challenges is the lack of knowledge among men and women about prostate cancer, with many current and potential sufferers having little understanding of this major health issue or awareness about the information and resources available. PCFA chief executive officer Anthony Lowe said prostate cancer was the second most common cause of male cancer deaths and the fourth most common cause of male deaths overall. “It’s fantastic to have the support of New Holland to help us not only raise awareness of this major male health issue but specifically drive it in the regional communities,” Associate Professor Lowe said. Together with PCFA, New Holland hopes to educate and inform men from across Australia about the resources and support available and New Holland will

promote the partnership by featuring the PCFA logo on all New Holland tractors purchased throughout its dealer network. The partnership branding will also be featured on all marketing materials and at all major New Holland events across the country, including Elmore Field Days, in the hope of reminding and encouraging men to talk to their doctor about being tested as part of their annual health check. All men over 50 years of age, or 40 years if they have a family history of prostate cancer, should be tested regularly.

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“It’s fantastic to have the support of New Holland to help us not only raise awareness of this major male health issue but specifically drive it in the regional communities.” Anthony Lowe

New Holland brand leader Mark Massingham hopes by supporting and promoting PCFA at a regional level, more men in rural Australia will look to gain advice or seek information from the various resources available. “The statistics are staggering and as a company that is regularly speaking to men in the identified age bracket we see this as a great opportunity to not only promote PCFA’s very relevant message but engage our dealers and customers to get behind this very worthwhile cause,” Mr Massingham said.

‘Elmore Field Days’, October, 2015—Page 27

More portability and durability Products that offer ease and accuracy of use are always sought after by farmers trying to manage their livestock. At this year’s Elmore Field Days, Gallagher Fencing will have two new products on show which aim to make animal management simpler. The new S10 Portable Solar Energiser and TSi 2 Livestock Manager are durable enough to withstand any weather and will function with ease and precision. Designed for strip grazing, the S10 Portable Solar Energiser is simply switched on and able to run for up to three weeks without sunlight. With its easy set-up and waterproof casing, including built-in lightning protection, the solar energiser can be moved around often, allowing for better pasture management. Gallagher Fencing marketing and communications co-ordinator Nicole Miller anticipates the improved products will be popular at the Elmore Field Days. The durability and adaptability of the S10 Portable Solar Energiser is particularly impressive. Ms Miller said the backing could be placed on any angle. “It’s very flexible,” she said.

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The wi-fi compatibility of the TSi 2 Livestock Manager facilitates the easy transfer of data between other management systems and means that all information and records can be accessed from anywhere at any time. The clever technology provides accurate livestock inventory reporting, including data on exactly how many animals are

on and off the farm, and automatically collects specific animal identification, traits, activities and life data. Weight lock speed is increased with highly accurate results thanks to the innovative Fast Weigh software. For more information on Gallagher Fencing’s products, visit www.gallagher. com.au

The improved S10 Portable Solar Energiser can be used anywhere thanks to its wi-fi compatibility

Seed Grading and Cleaning Jeff and Clay are proud to introduce their new state of the art seed grader and cleaner capable of grading and treating seed up to 35 tonnes per hour! • Our high capacity and accurate seed graders gives you every confidence in sowing clean seed. • Our seed graders are 100% self sufficient. • Our new seed grader has 50% more screening area and with a 5th indent we can comfortably grade and treat seed up to 35 tonnes per hour into a truck or field bin without compromising on the final sample. • Designed to give the best results in cereal (wheat/ barley/oats/triticale) and pulse crops (peas/vetch/ lupins/lentils/faba beans). All clean grain is accurately weighed on load cells. Seed treatments are applied with both automated and manual calibration to ensure the highest level of accuracy. There are four stages of seed treatment mixing (2 pre-mixing and 2 post-treatment) to ensure your graded seed has consistent and even coverage.

See us at site 502 to ask us how we can assist you with seed grading, treating and cleaning!

PROFESSIONAL | EFFICIENT | RELIABLE SERVICE

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www.seedgrading.com.au ‘Elmore Field Days’, October, 2015—Page 29

New Isuzu on show Isuzu Australia Limited has released its intelligent new N Series range to the public with a boost to the impressive list of safety features, more power and a slick new look. The new series will be available for inspection at Elmore Field Days at the site jointly operated by Taig Bros Shepparton and Poyser Trucks Bendigo. Isuzu chief operating officer Phil Taylor said the new models offered a comprehensive transport solution for operators of light rigid trucks and the discerning tradesperson looking for performance and payload in a truck you could park in your driveway. “From the breadth of range, classleading engine and driveline, through to improved cabin appointments, safety enhancements and our famous after-sales support, the new Isuzu N Series truly is the embodiment of the intelligent truck,” Mr Taylor said. Safety is paramount and the Isuzu Electronic Stability Control system, which applies to all Isuzu NLR, NNR and NPR models, builds on an already commanding set of safety credentials within the range. Isuzu chief engineer product strategy Simon Humphries said the IESC system worked in harmony with on-

Isuzu’s new N Series range has an impressive list of safety features, more power and a slick new look.

board technology to govern and rectify dangerous driving occurrences. “On-board technology gathers data from sensors around the truck to detect and help correct an unexpected loss of control,” Mr Humphries said. Under the cab, the NLR models retain the popular Isuzu 4JJ1 common rail three litre diesel engine producing 110 kW (150 PS) at 2800 rpm and 375 Nm at 1600 to 2800 rpm.

The NLR family also gets new badges, steering wheel, seat trim and a newly designed painted grille rounding out a fresh look and feel for a tried and tested workhorse. The NNR models enjoy the same updates afforded to the NLR models and the MYY6 transmission ratio set for manual models has also been changed, with revised third and fourth gear ratios providing smoother changes and a smaller

gap between second and third gears. The highly popular NPR models (4500 kg to 7500 kg GVM) have benefitted significantly from the 2015 update, with several models receiving a substantial upgrade in power and torque courtesy of the 190 PS (140 kW) rated 5.2 litre Isuzu 4HK1 engine. See the Isuzu range at site 778 operated by Taig Bros Shepparton and Poyser Trucks Bendigo.

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Taig Bros, Shepparton and Bendigo Truck Sales’ staff will have information on the Iveco truck range at Elmore.

Iveco rewarded in milestone year Iveco Australia has been nominated for a prestigious award in the same year the company is celebrating its 40th anniversary as a commercial vehicle organisation. Sold in Shepparton by the Taig Bros dealership and in Bendigo by Bendigo Truck Sales, Iveco was acknowledged in the 2015 Large Manufacturer of the Year category as part of the Victorian Manufacturing Hall of Fame ceremony held in Melbourne in May. Iveco trucks, parts and accessories will be on display at Elmore Field Days, and Taig Bros and Bendigo Truck Sales staff will be available to provide information about the various models. Iveco Australia manufactures and imports commercial vehicles spanning the light, medium and heavy-duty truck categories, including on-road and off-road models ranging from car licence vans through to road-train prime movers rated at up to 140 tonnes GCM. The Acco and Powerstar vehicles were developed specifically for the

Australian market and complement Iveco’s international best sellers including the Daily, Eurocargo, Trakker and Stralis. In the past four decades Iveco has established itself as a global leader in the transport manufacturing industry and entered the Australian market in 1992 after acquiring International Trucks. Since that date, the business has manufactured a selection of trucks and buses at its Dandenong facility, using between 55 and 85 per cent of Australian-sourced components. Iveco presently employs about 300 people within its Australian head office and manufacturing plant, with a further 600 people employed nationally by parent group CNH Industrial. In addition, hundreds more are employed across the extensive dealer network. See the Iveco range and meet with Taig Bros and Bendigo Truck Sales staff at site 782 at the Elmore Field Days.

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Truck fleet on show A selection of bestselling Kenworth and DAF prime movers from Graham Thomson Motors, Shepparton are always an impressive sight at Elmore Field Days.

“We have a marquee set up, with banners, flags and signage. We also have chairs and tables and people are welcome to come in, sit down and have a chat.” Gary Nickson

Sales manager Gary Nickson said the 2015 line-up would include a Kenworth T659, Kenworth K200, Kenworth 909, Kenworth 409SAR and DAF XF105, which suit all applications from general freight through to 130 tonne road-train capacity. The business has a long history of exhibiting at Elmore and Mr Nickson said the field days offered the company valuable exposure and the opportunity to showcase its services to a wider audience. “We may not necessarily sell trucks at the field days, but we communicate with people, sow the seeds and follow up when the time is right,” Mr Nickson said. He, and sales consultants Warwick Talbot and Ian Tomlins, will be on-site for the three days, dispensing information about the various truck models, the different features and which model best suits the purchaser’s requirements. Mr Nickson said visitors to the Graham Thomson Motors site included

farmers, contractors and transport operators. “We have a marquee set up, with banners, flags and signage. We also have chairs and tables and people are welcome to come in, sit down and have

a chat,” Mr Nickson said. A comprehensive collection of Kenworth and DAF brochures will be available for field day visitors to take home. See the Graham Thomson Motors staff and truck display at site 857.

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One-stop shop Blackwoods’ grand display will be back at this year’s Elmore Field Days. As Australia’s largest distributor of industrial, engineering and workplace safety supplies, it’s no surprise to see Blackwoods showcasing its range of products at one of the largest stands at the Elmore Field Days. Blackwoods staff and supplier representatives will be available to answer questions from farmers, contractors and the public about the products and services available. Blackwoods regional marketing services manager Jeremy Nicholl said Blackwoods was excited about the variety of different suppliers attending this year, including Alemlube, Cigweld, Sidchrome, DeWalt, Steel Blue Boots, JBS tools, Hard Yakka and King Gee apparel. “We have a range of suppliers bringing innovative and helpful products to showcase,” he said. Mr Nicholl said AFL legend and Blackwoods ambassador Doug Hawkins would be returning this year for meetand-greets on Wednesday, October 7 and Thursday, October 8. Blackwoods’ wide range of products can be found throughout Australia at

any of its 70 branches; Victorians have access to nine stores, including Bendigo, Ballarat and Shepparton. Mr Nicholl said Blackwoods’ goal was to provide “all your workplace needs” in a single location to save customers time and expense. “Blackwoods are the one-stop shop for all your work needs, including welding, lubrication, footwear and clothing. “We’re also the tool specialists because we have the biggest range at the best prices,” he said. “When you choose Blackwoods as your single source of workplace supplies, you can be assured of a great range, great value and great service.” For more information on Blackwoods, go to www.blackwoods.com.au or visit site 64 at the Elmore Field Days.

“Blackwoods are the onestop shop for all your work needs, including welding, lubrication, footwear and clothing. We’re also the tool specialists because we have the biggest range at the best prices.” Jeremy Nicholl

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Polymaster at great prices Polymaster will be bigger than ever at the Elmore Field Days in 2015. Manufacturers of an extensive range of quality products for agricultural, residential and industrial applications Polymaster is an Australian-owned company. From certified rainwater tanks to stock troughs, approved diesel ute packs, farm storage equipment, fire-fighting packages and animal care, Polymaster has a solution for all farming requirements. Polymaster has some exceptional deals planned for the field days offering visitors to their site great opportunities to save money on quality products. Among many other products on

display, Polymaster will showcase the new 50 000 litre Mega Tank. Polymaster products are considered among the toughest in the industry, and staff will be on hand to advise which products are best suited for different applications. The Polymaster site is recognisable by a big red arch and there will be exciting items for children and adults to collect and see. For further information about the brand phone 1800 062 064, email sales@ polymaster.com.au or go to the website www.polymaster.com.au Recognised by the motto ‘Think Toughest, Think Polymaster’ the business will be at site 15 at the Elmore Field Days.

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CLAAS Arion 600 tractor on display CLAAS Harvest Centre Echuca will showcase its new tractor series at the Elmore Field Days. With continuously variable transmission and cutting-edge on-board technology, CLAAS Harvest Centre Echuca said the new CLAAS Arion 600/500 C-MATIC was arguably the most advanced, efficient, versatile and comfortable mid-range tractor series available in Australia. New C-MATIC configuration is available as an option across the entire Arion 600/500 series, which includes four six-cylinder models (158 to 184 horsepower) and three four-cylinder models (145 to 165 hp), and comes as standard on the Axion 900/800 series (205 to 410 hp). CLAAS Harvest Centre Echuca sales manager Jake Olver said the new transmission was outstandingly efficient in delivering power to all four wheels and front and rear PTO at all engine speeds, in all conditions. “It automatically maintains constant power across a range of ground speeds anywhere from 50 m/hour to 50 km/h,” Mr Olver said.

“Being able to transmit more of the engine’s power to the driveline means less power is lost and less fuel is consumed just driving itself. “In addition, it has three driving modes — automatic, drive stick or manual — all of which can be activated on the move,” he said. Arion 600/500 has been developed in accordance with the ‘CLAAS power systems’ philosophy. “CPS aims to incorporate the world’s best technology with CLAAS’ own expertise in drive train management to deliver the best outcome possible in terms of performance, efficiency and reliability,” Mr Olver said. “This concept covers everything from the engine and transmission, right through to the electronic engine management systems and hydraulics. “Because CLAAS is not committed to using specific components or manufacturers, it is free to utilise whichever technology is best suited for particular applications,” he said. The 6.8 litre six-cylinder or 4.5 litre four-cylinder engines feature four-valve technology, common rail fuel injection, variable geometry turbocharger and intercooling.

The Arion 600/500 is the only mid-range tractor that comes with an adjustable four-point cab suspension as standard. Both engines incorporate diesel particulate filter (DPF) technology to meet the current Stage IIIb (Tier 4i) emission standards, eliminating the need for AdBlue. With four-speed PTO, 8500 kg rear linkage lift and optional front-end loader and front linkages, ARION 600/500 offers a range of technology, comfort and user-friendliness normally only found in high-horsepower tractors.

“Their relatively long wheelbase yet short overall length and tight turning circle means they are extremely manoeuvrable for their size,” Mr Olver said. “Likewise, the equal weight distribution over the front and rear axles ensures optimum stability and tractive power.” For more information, visit the CLAAS Harvest Centre Echuca at site 1301 at Elmore Field Days, or phone Mr Olver on 0458 801 856.

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Water co-op’s membership keeps growing In the past three years the co-op’s membership has grown from an original start-up of 50 members to more than 800 active-trading members. Waterpool started trading allocation water through its unique Pooled Water Exchange and has since broadened its product range to provide water solutions to its growing membership base. The development of Waterpool’s live online 24/7 Traderoom provides flexibility of trade for members which, coupled with electronic links to the Victorian Water Register, means a successfully matched trade can be transferred into buyers’ water accounts almost instantly. Waterpool offers a variety of services including permanent entitlement trade, water leasing, water sale and lease back, forward allocation, carryover protection, seasonal allocation at weighted average price and water entitlement management services. “The range of innovative products that Waterpool has introduced is very well accepted by our members and we continue to develop alternative solutions for our

membership base,” Waterpool chief executive Peter Lawford said. Waterpool will offer free evaluations of irrigator entitlements along with professional consultancy services at the Elmore Field Days. The co-op has recently changed its commission structure for temporary water traded through its pool and traderoom. Waterpool now charges zero per cent commission for sellers of temporary water. An administration fee of $100 per successful trade is charged. “This means a better deal for sellers and more available water for buyers,” Mr Lawford said. “The ongoing demand for water has always outstripped supply and it’s Waterpool’s intention to make more water available for its irrigator members.” For more information, visit Waterpool at site 762 during the Elmore Field Days.

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Pastures designed for Australian conditions PGG Wrightson Seeds will showcase pastures specifically designed and tested to endure Australia’s environment at this year’s Elmore Field Days. PGG Wrightson Seeds put lucerne varieties through a rigorous trial program so that when they make it to the market, they give the Australian farmer confidence that they will perform. The lucerne varieties available to farmers have been extensively trialled

for persistence, production, disease, pest tolerance and high levels of grazing tolerance to ensure they are suited to the tough Australian environment. PGG Wrightson Seeds agronomist Matt Mahoney said more than $11 million was invested into the trials to ensure the best product possible was available to farmers. “We’re one of the most innovative companies because we have extremely well tested genetics,” Mr Mahoney said. “We know through our extensive trial network that we can assure farmers that when they test one of our products, it will work.”

Mr Mahoney advised farmers planning to sow lucerne to select a variety that had been trialled in Australia, for Australian conditions and farming systems, that would deliver return on investment. Mr Mahoney said farmers with lucerne already established on their farm needed to consider a winter cleaning of the paddock if it was a pure-lucerne stand. “It will lift the quality of the lucerne while ensuring that moisture and nutrients are not taken up by weeds,” he said. “It is all about eliminating weeds before spring so that the overall productivity of the lucerne is optimised.”

Lucerne will be the focus of PGG Wrightson Seeds’ display at the Elmore Field Days.

For more information, visit PGG Wrightson Seeds at site 130 at the Elmore Field Days, or phone Mr Mahoney on 0418 296 113.

“We know through our extensive trial network that we can assure farmers that when they test one of our products, it will work.” Matt Mahoney

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Irrigation systems improve efficiency and lifestyle WiSA Irrigation Solutions’ automated irrigation systems are making life easier for famers throughout northern Victoria. The Echuca business was runnerup at this year’s Irrigation Australia Expo’s Best New Product Awards and was also awarded the winner of the Campaspe Murray Business Awards for manufacturing. Founder and managing director Graeme Wright has been improving farmers’ lives and profits with his WiSA irrigation system for the past 18 years. Keith and Jeanette Holland from Picola are among the business’ customers impressed with their results after installing a WiSA automated system on their property in 2011. “I now have complete control of my irrigation system, and irrigation can now be easily accessed and controlled even when off the farm,” Mr Holland said. “Cost savings have been evident through reduced travel time and fuel to open and

close bay outlets, and reduced water usage.” WiSA’s automated-control system has helped to improve the operation and efficiency of all types of irrigation systems, including pipe-and-riser, border-check, pivot, lateral drip and micro-sprinkler systems. WiSA’s automated irrigation system means farmers have greater control and flexibility over their irrigation management. Real-time data is collected through soil moisture probes and other sensors then sent from the WiSA field units back to a computer. Using the WiSA AquaLink software, the information is collected, and then used to make essential decisions on how and when to irrigate the farm. The system can be remotely controlled from any smartphone or tablet. The WiSA team has installed the system into all types of farms such as viticulture, vegetables, orchards, and broadacre. The business has expanded its services overseas to help farmers automate their irrigation. For more information, visit WiSA Irrigation at site 1009 at the Elmore Field Days.

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Extensive field days site Haeusler Group occupies one of the largest sites at the Elmore Field Days, allowing the business to showcase an extensive range of agricultural equipment. The family-owned John Deere dealership has five branches servicing northern Victoria and southern NSW and regularly attends machinery field days to further strengthen customer relationships. Echuca branch manager Richard Jardine said staff fielded inquiries from small hobby farmers to vast broadacre cropping farmers and everything in-between, including dairy and viticulture, during the three-day Elmore event. About 12 members of the Shepparton and Echuca teams will be on hand to offer advice on sales, spare parts and merchandise, as well as a growth area of the business, integrated solutions. The integrated solutions consultant will be available to offer advice on how farmers can use new technology to collect and store data to make appropriate management decisions for their businesses. Mr Jardine said the technology was evolving at a rapid rate, providing farmers with planning and reporting tools to

Tractors, hay, planting and harvest equipment will be on show at the Haeusler Group’s site at Elmore. record data about field conditions, tillage practices, spraying applications, fertiliser rates, seed varieties and populations, weather conditions and more. The ability to team the technology with desktop software gives farmers a comprehensive snapshot of their enterprise. Mr Jardine said Elmore Field Days had been an important date on the Haeusler’s

calendar for many years. This year, visitors to the site can view the full range of John Deere tractors, from compact lifestyle tractors up to massive 500 hp models, as well as harvesting equipment such as headers. Other well-known brands available from Haeusler’s including Goldacres spray equipment, Kuhn and Hustler hay

equipment, will also be on show. Mr Jardine said Haeusler’s clients were well informed about their options when it came to buying new machinery, and attending the field days gave them the opportunity to see first-hand the equipment they were researching before making those important buying decisions. See the Haeusler’s team at site 1102.

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Ray White Rochester, the company’s leading rural Victorian agency, will once again have a stand at the Elmore Field Days.

Kyabram firm W&P Pumps and Dairy Services is a regular at Elmore Field Days showcasing a variety of pumps suitable for agricultural and business applications. Established in King Lake in 1986 and relocating to the Goulburn Valley in 1996 the business services clients within a 200 km radius of Kyabram. Areas of expertise include irrigation and pressure pumps, pipe work and variable speed drives for feed systems, while complimentary services are automation, fabrication and machining, mechanical support for tractors and hydraulics and planning and installation of irrigation pipe-and-riser systems. W&P Pumps and Dairy Services is a dealership for DAB, DAVEY, Lister Petter, Deutz, Smoothflo and Macquarie pumps, and imports a series of W&P pumps from China. In addition most makes and models of pumps can be serviced and parts fabricated and/or machined in the workshop by qualified staff when not available. Initially providing pumps for

Principal Rob Hosking said the rural property specialists exhibited in the main pavilion every year and fielded inquiries from people living within the area and those looking to relocate. He said three of the four full-time sales staff were ex-farmers and together they had practical expertise to assist farmers in the market for dairy, cropping, horticultural, grazing and hobby farm land. The business has also operated a water brokerage for five years, an area that is experiencing rapid growth. “The water market changes on a daily basis and it can be very difficult to navigate. Brokers are dealing with that market every day so we can keep our clients well informed,” Mr Hosking said. “Irrigation water is a very important part of the whole farm package.” He said farmers were concerned at the rising costs of permanent and temporary water, and he encouraged visitors to the field days to call in for up-to-date information. Mr Hosking and fellow principal Ken Oliver have linked their business with Ray White International in Sydney and have dealt with overseas investors. Their property listings are mainly in northcentral and north-west Victoria although they do stretch as far as Warrnambool and Mt Hotham.

Ray White Rochester staff Rob Hosking, Luke Ryan and Ken Oliver will be at Elmore Field Days Mr Hosking said at the field days there would be water market boards, updated on a daily basis, listings of properties available for sale, brochures, competitions and balloons for the children. “The field days are really good exposure for the company. We like to think that some of those people we meet at the field days will keep us in mind when they are looking to buy or sell property at some time in the future,” he said. “We do get so many people stopping by to see us, we’re pretty much talked out by the end of the day.” See the Ray White Rochester staff at stand 35 in the main pavilion. “The water market changes on a daily basis and it can be very difficult to navigate. Brokers are dealing with that market every day so we can keep our clients well informed.”

household use and irrigation needs, the business has grown to provide a design service based on farm layouts and irrigation plans through to project management, installation and commissioning. The business works closely with the dairy industry carrying out work from simple equipment breakdown to upgrades, planning, managing and installing new dairy installations. Representatives from SurePulse will be at the W&P Pumps and Dairy Services stand offering information about its effective milking system with patented inserts that changes the way the liner milks the cow. SurePulse has pulsation equipment for full dairy pulsation upgrades along with the replaceable parts, and W&P Pumps and Dairy Services has the expertise to correctly install the inserts. Three upgrade options are available including finance on a full pulsation upgrade. See the team at W&P Pumps and Dairy Services at site 560.

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On-farm irrigation solutions Rubicon Water’s FarmConnect solutions continue to transform the management of surface irrigation and assist irrigators to increase productivity using the right amount of water. Rubicon’s innovations include using a SmartMeter to record flow rates from the customer’s service point, which is processed by software to calculate water use efficiency in each bay. The FloodTech Sensor determines the advance of the water and assists the Adaptive Control to determine the time to shut the bay outlet and automatically adjust irrigation run times across the property in real time. Rubicon Water’s concrete precast bay outlet and rubber insert coupled with FarmConnect’s automation and software with the BayDrive all-in-one, allows the irrigator to access FarmConnect’s complete solution for control automation. It also monitors precision surface irritation which is available via cloud computing to enable access and

programming anywhere, anytime. Manual versions of the BladeValve and BayDrive are now available with an easy upgrade path into the future. The manual units can be automated in stages, with flexible upgrade options that achieve the benefits of automation while spreading the costs over several seasons. FarmConnect general manager Peter Moller said clients had been able to achieve excellent on-farm results, including a Wyuna dairy farmer doubling dry matter production per megalitre of irrigation water. Nathalia irrigators Mackenzie and Robin Craig are FarmConnect customers and won the latest State Rural Water Awards based on the achievements with their modernised on-farm system. The measurable benefits include a reduced average volume of water applied to lucerne per hectare per watering from 1.3 MI/ha to 0.8 MI/ha and improved crop growth enabling a 20 per cent increase in ewe and lamb stocking rates. Irrigation run time for 30 ha of lucerne was reduced by 58 per cent from 96 hours to 38 hours as a result of the high application efficiency and high-flow rates. See Rubicon Water and FarmConnect at site 312.

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One-stop shop for fastener supplies “The guys in Wodonga are well established in the area,” Mr Jones said. “They have a combined 30 years of experience so they’re going well.” This year is the sixth year Ultimate Fasteners will have a site at the Elmore Field Days where it will co-display alongside Padman Stops. “We still get a lot of people visiting the display who don’t realise where we are in Shepparton, so it’s good to let them know this and what we sell,” Mr Jones said. For more information, phone Ultimate Fasteners on 5822 4122 or visit the team at site 999.

Ultimate Fasteners is much more than just nuts and bolts. Branch manager Dean Jones opened the Shepparton store in 2008 and has since established the business’ reputation as a one-stop shop for the area’s fastener supplies. “We’ve got everything for the handyman and everything for the farmer,” Mr Jones said. A combined experience of 50 years in the industry ensures the team at Ultimate Fasteners has the knowledge and supplies to cater for anyone’s fastener needs. Ultimate Fasteners supplies the usual nuts and bolts as well as a broad selection of lifting chains, cutting disks, drills and transport equipment. The Ultimate Fasteners team is celebrating a successful year since opening its new store in Wodonga.

“We’ve got everything for the handyman and everything for the farmer.” Dean Jones Dean Jones from Ultimate Fasteners Shepparton is excited to show off the store’s range of products at the Elmore Field Days.

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Flexible options at Bendigo TAFE As the training needs of the modern farmer change, those working in the agricultural industry are looking for new study options to upskill and diversify their farming practices. With young children at home and a large farm to manage with her husband in Pyramid Hill, traditional study options just weren’t an option for Nicole Myles. “It’s just not practical for me to be doing classroom-based study,” Ms Myles said. “I have already completed a Certificate III in Agriculture, but wanted to get a better understanding of what is going on around our farm and how best to fix it.” Ms Myles was initially interested in conservation and land management; however, after marrying onto a farm, she developed a greater interest for agriculture and wanted to attain a formal qualification. A flexibly delivered Diploma of Agriculture at Bendigo TAFE has given Ms Myles the opportunity to continue developing her passion for agronomy,

International expertise to benefit Aussie farmers Australian dairy farmers will soon have access to a greater range of genetics products for their herd management processes, thanks to an international collaboration on Australian soil. LIC International, based in New Zealand, is one of the oldest farming co-operatives in New Zealand and has led the way in some of the biggest innovations to provide today’s farmers with a competitive edge in herd improvement processes including the testing of milk quality, DNA technology and selection of elite sires. CRV, based in the Netherlands, is one of the leading cattle improvement cooperatives. The co-operative aims to react quickly to changing demands and offer innovative solutions to dairy and beef farmers all over the world. CRV focuses on delivering matching genetics on every breeding goal. LIC has supplied Australian dairy farmers with New Zealand genetics for more than 15 years. The collaboration will see LIC’s Australian business distributing CRV’s global genetics products to Australian farmers as well as its own genetic offering. Australia’s dairy industry has 6700 dairy farmers with 1.65 million cows. LIC chief executive Wayne McNee said the collaboration with CRV would strengthen LIC’s proposition in Australia.

“The inclusion of genetics from CRV will allow us to cater to a wider range of farmers and grow the business in Australia,” Mr McNee said. About 90 per cent of farmers operate some degree of a grass-based system, however the popularity of the larger, North American and European-style Holstein-Friesian cow had limited LIC’s ability to provide genetics to a larger proportion of Australian dairy farmers, Mr McNee said. “Inclusion of genetics from CRV, combined with our portfolio of grazing genetics, will strengthen our proposition to Australian dairy farmers less focused on grass-based farming systems,” he said. CRV Oceania managing director Angus Haslett said the collaboration would provide Australian dairy farmers with a range of genetics solutions while maintaining CRV’s strong reputation in the country. LIC has distributed CRV genetics since August 17. The LIC team is looking forward to meeting CRV clients at the Elmore Field Days at site 1003.

the study of soil management and crop production, and she believes the online components of the course suit her individual needs. With staff only a phone call away, Ms Myles believes she has the necessary support to succeed in the course. “It is good to know how to make improvements to the farm and to have transferrable skills if we ever have to leave the farm.” When asked to offer advice to anyone considering agricultural studies, Ms Myles recommended simply getting out there and having a go. “You don’t realise how much you can accomplish until you start doing it.” Bendigo TAFE delivers flexible training in agriculture. To find out more or to enrol, visit bendiGOTAFE.edu.au/agriculture or visit site AP38 at the Elmore Field Days.

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New dealership on show New Shepparton dealership William Adams Ag will have an extensive range of agricultural machinery at Elmore Field Days. The business was in its infancy at the 2014 field days and joined forces with PFG Australia but this year will have its own site. William Adams Ag territory manager Christian Barnett said the Shepparton facility was the first stand-alone agriculture branch opened by the William Adams network, which also has a presence in Horsham, Swan Hill, Wodonga and Traralgon in Victoria, and Launceston and Burnie in Tasmania. From two staff members late last year the business has quickly grown to employ 10, establish an office and showroom, parts division and service department. Mr Barnett said a broad mix of tractors, hay and cultivation machinery — suitable for contractors and farmers for a variety of applications — would be available for inspection at the field days. Of interest will be the new model 100 hp Deutz 5105, a well-priced tractor in its size category, along with a TS 8055 PRO Fella heavy duty twin-rotor rake, capable of handling tough paddock conditions and ideal for contractors. William Adams Ag’s portfolio of

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William Adams Ag staff Luke Stammers, Bryan Cummins, Phil Traill and Christian Barnett will be at Elmore Field Days. recognised machinery brands includes Deutz Fahr, Versatile, Kioti, Challenger, Great Plains, Vicon, Maschio, Gaspardo, Aitchison, Quicke, Howard, Fella and Lemken.

Parts and support is also available for McCormick, Landini, Same and Lamborghini equipment. “We deal in quality machinery, there aren’t too many weak links in our line-up,”

Mr Barnett said. He said staff were ready to discuss trade options on new and used equipment at the field days as well as provide information about competitive finance rates.

New JCB features JCB’s new range of telescopic handlers including the articulated TM320 can be inspected at the Michaels Moama site at Elmore Field Days. Manager Brad Michael said the new t4 Loadalls were packed with innovative features that improved fuel efficiency, increased operator comfort and allowed owners to monitor operational usage. JCB pioneered the telehandler concept in 1977. Michaels Moama has supported the brand throughout northern Victoria and southern NSW for more than 20 years offering sales, service, spare parts and hiring of equipment to suit a range of agricultural, industrial and commercial applications. Mr Michael said the new model Loadalls had a tier-four engine which did not require AdBlue, and used 15 per cent less fuel than engines in previous models with 10 per cent more torque. Fitted with JCB live link, data from the engine is swiftly transported to handheld electronic devices allowing efficient monitoring of driver behaviour, set GPS boundaries and upcoming scheduled servicing details.

Michaels Moama has sold, serviced and supported the JCB brand in northern Victoria for more than 20 years.

The new soft-shift transmission has power shift or automatic options and the gearbox controls on the joystick ensure smoother, quicker and easier gear selection for the work being undertaken. Mr Michael said the smooth-ride feature, which improves operator comfort, cut in as soon as the machine started moving and an automatic reverse-engine fan cleaned the engine grill and aided engine cooling. “The engine compartment has been completely redesigned and the JCB has the best airconditioning system in telehandlers with 14 different settings and an external filtration system,” Mr Michael said. View the t4 Loadall and other JCB equipment and speak to the experienced staff from Michaels Moama at site 1317.

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Sheep farmers in northern and eastern Victoria can look forward to more streamlined sheep management processes with access to worldleading stock handling technology. The technology has the capacity to manage and market sheep on their individual worth with complete ease and accuracy. In turn, farmers can make more informed breeding and selection decisions and monitor individual animal growth, nutrition, health and product quality. Violet Town Rural has recently become an exclusive distributer of the top quality Racewell sheep handler, manufactured by New Zealand firm Te Pari Products. Owner Jarrod Doige is looking forward to selling the product and is certain that it will simplify work for farmers, especially those with bigger flocks. “This machine makes the job so much easier and more efficient for everything from weighing, drafting and dagging to administering vaccines and tagging stock. It is really easy on the sheep too,” Mr Doige said. This high quality livestock handler can

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