One machine feeding 1,000 head

See the profile of a group of farmers that have come together to share winter equipment.

Justin McCarthy

11 October 2017

The Aherns operate a 22m3 capacity Siloking Duo 2218 diet feeder to feed 1,000 stock.

In Machinery this week, Michael Collins profiles a group of farmers who have come together to share winter equipment. It is a concept that requires closer attention not only as a means of reducing costs but also labour demand during the busy winter period.

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