Livestock Water Articles
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Upgrade Your Farm With Government Grants
The cost of upgrading farms using modern technology can be significant. Fortunately, there are a number of Canadian government grants for farmers, ranchers, and producers to alleviate these financial burdens. Technology plays a major role today in enhancing a farm’s production efficiency, yields and profits over the ...
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Top 5 Reasons to Use an Automatic Irrigation Controller
When it comes to watering your yard and garden,Automatic irrigation controller there are many options available. From manually watering with a hose to investing in an automatic irrigation system, the choice can be overwhelming. However, if you're looking for a reliable, efficient, and stress-free way to water your outdoor spaces, an automatic irrigation controller is the way to go. In this ...
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The Benefits of Using Soil Sensors in Landscape Design
Landscape design, an art form crafted from living elements, demands an intimate understanding of its canvas – the soil. Traditionally, this understanding came through years of experience, meticulous observations, and perhaps a bit of intuition. But in the era of data-driven solutions, a powerful tool has emerged to supplement traditional knowledge and revolutionize the way we interact with ...
By JXCT
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Protecting Aquaculture Ponds Against Winter Fish Kills
Winter is on the way and its low temperatures often threaten fish populations within aquaculture farms. As temperatures decrease, the potential for reduced dissolved oxygen production and ice formation over ponds increases which can lead to winter fish kills. Aquafarmers must be aware of the contributing factors to properly assess their farm’s water conditions and livestock for a successful ...
By Aquasend
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Water Weed Removal: Mechanical Harvesting Versus Chemical Herbicides
Mechanical harvesting versus chemical herbicides is the great debate when it comes to tackling water weed problems. When you’re faced with an infestation of any of the water weeds we’ve covered in previous articles (and there are plenty more to talk about as well), you can feel so overwhelmed and frustrated that you just want the problem to go away as quickly as possible. This causes ...
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1 Series PTO Shaft – Replacement of Bondioli & Pavesi PTO Shaft
1 Series PTO Shaft – Replacement for Bondioli & Pavesi PTO Shaft 1. The PTO (Power Take-Off) Shaft is an universal mechanical device created to transfer power from a tractor, or other engines to a variety of industrial and agricultural equipment like balers, mowers pumps, generators, and so on. It features a standard keyway or spline connection that connects to the output shaft of the ...
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Egg Laying Cage System with Feeding Capacity of 96, 126, 160, 180 and 200 Chickens / Birds
We supply flexible mesh cage systems ( layer cage, broiler cage and pullet cage) for large scale or medium sized chicken farms. 3 tiers, 4 tiers and 5 tiers cages available to meet varied site environments with a capacity of 96 birds, 120 birds, 128 birds, 160 birds and 200 birds. Layer chicken cages are designed with automatic drinking system, also automatic feeding, egg collection system, dung ...
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What Are The Perks Of Using a Fish Feed Extruder In Tank Farming Procedures?
Aquaculture, the farming of water animals, has actually ended up being an increasingly vital resource of food worldwide. With the expanding demand for fish as well as other seafood, the requirement for reliable as well as efficient techniques of generating high-quality fish feed has actually become much more essential than ever. One of one of the most important tools in this ...
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Steps for Best Hog and Poultry Operations
The most basic need of hog and poultry operations is unlimited access to clean water. Always start with a water analysis from your local independent lab. That way, you can check on the person who says they are an industry professional. Most of the industry has adopted an enclosed drinker system; this helps reduce contamination from various foreign matter and the water your farm animal’s ...
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What is an Artesian Growing System?
The Artesian Growing System is a gravity-fed wicking system which supplies water to the base of a container from where it is wicked up to the plant. At the heart of the system is our Artesian Water Control Valve. This special float valve won’t release water until the water from its previous release has been taken up by the plant. In this way the plant is always assured of fresh oxygen-rich ...
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The big shrimp farming debate: clear-water v. biofloc
In recent years, the global market for seafood products, including fresh shrimp, has grown, alongside consumer awareness of and demand for sustainably-sourced produce. This has resulted in a shift from traditional pond culture of shrimp, to closed systems that are closer to market, feature enhanced biosecurity, have a minimal environmental impact, and result in improved shrimp production. A tale ...
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Coffee: serving up chemistry in every cup
International Coffee Day is October 1st, not that many of us need a day to celebrate the drink we enjoy all year round. What makes a high quality cup of coffee? There are several factors at hand from the origin of the beans and the climate they grow in, to how the beans are processed, roasted, and packaged, and finally how the roasted beans are ground and brewed. In this blog post, I will discuss ...
By Metrohm AG
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Investing in aquaculture: a road to riches or a path to poverty?
Aquaculture is growing at a greater rate globally than any other agribusiness sector. It is widely predicted that with 6 to 8% annual growth rate continuing well into the foreseeable future, aquaculture will offer good investment opportunities. However, just like any other endeavor, there are some very good reasons why what some see as a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow is empty and full of ...
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The Best Formula For Making Broiler Chicken Feed
Broilers are the most common poultry raised by humans, the formula for making broiler feed chickens must contain high energy and protein, and add vitamins, minerals and trace elements in a moderate amount. Animal feed pellet machine can make high-quality pellets. It is better to use different complete formula feed at different growth stages of broiler chickens. The Best Formula For Making ...
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Three Steps to Manage Heat Stress in Beef Cattle
The full swing of summer will bring high temperatures, high humidity, and high chances of heat stress. Heat stress is a major concern in the beef industry, causing countless problems in cattle, such as a decrease in feed intake, diminished digestibility, and a significant negative impact on performance. High temperatures can cause cattle to reduce feed intake, which can negatively affect ...
By Diamond V
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Monitoring moisture with M-Sens 2 – Water injection automation in coffee production - Case Study
Customer: Coffee producer Product: Coffee grains Moisture range: 3,5 – 5 % Installation: Slide after final roaster Function: Control water injection into the roaster The food industry is in constant revolution when the subject is measurement. Controlling exact amounts of condiments, spices and all sort of ingredients is direct related to important quality factors like consistency, ...
By ENVEA
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The Art of Feeding: Gunk
Gunk by definition is an unpleasant sticky or messy substance. It is not only unpleasant to humans, but it also reduces dry matter intake, spreads molds and yeasts, and can cause disease in our cows. To discover it, you must be visually aware and be ready to do something about it. Finding Gunk Where do I find Gunk in diaries? Feed bunk floors. This is most common where the facility is ...
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Summer Irrigation Makes the Crop
Summer Irrigation Makes the Crop Summertime. At this point in the growing season, fruit for tree and vine crops has long been set. Now, the challenge is to bring as much of this yield potential to harvest, and at the desired quality. Irrigation management is crucial to achieve this goal. For most crops, irrigation should provide readily available soil moisture continuously so that fruit and ...
By Farm(x)
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Farm Dam Liners for Irrigation Dam Project in Kenya - Case Study
Farm dam liners are the kind of HDPE geomembrane liner which is the cost effective solution to prevent water leakage when you build a irrigation pond for crops, support aquaculture, or provide water for livestock. The thickness of farm dam liners should be determined according to the bearing water pressure. For the water head below 30m, the unreinforced polymer plastic dam linings can be ...
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Monitoring moisture with M-Sens 2 – Water injection automation in coffee production
Customer: Coffee producer Product: Coffee grains Moisture range: 3,5 – 5 % Installation: Slide after final roaster Function: Control water injection into the roaster The food industry is in constant revolution when the subject is measurement. Controlling exact amounts of condiments, spices and all sort of ingredients is direct related to important quality factors like consistency, ...
By ENVEA
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