| 5 nzdairy Sheep Milk » Scott Kirkham The Kirkham’s ock comprises Zealandia sheep, a registered breed developed by Spring Sheep speci cally for New Zealand’s farming conditions : 021 808 377 Highly experienced team Ruminant nutrition company Ruminate understands the plentiful and exciting opportunities within the sheep and goat industry and have backed this by introducing Quirien Cowie to their ever-growing team. Quirien has a Bachelor of Veterinary Science and has taken on the role of territory manager for the Taranaki region and is also Ruminate’s go-to for sheep and goat nutrition. Ruminate brand ambassador Kate Grindrod believes you would be hard-pressed to find another New Zealand nutrition company with a qualified and experienced veterinarian on staff who is committed to the sheep and goat industry. “Quirien offers her farmers a ‘top of the cliff’ service, bringing animals to their optimal health, welfare and productivity via a tailored nutrition plan looking at all the nutrition requirements of a ruminant throughout its different phases,” Kate says. Initially beginning her veterinarian career in King Country, Quirien undertook a four-year stint working in barn-style farms in Europe before returning home to start her family. For the past 10 years she has been based in the Waikato, working from a busy mixed-practice vet, as well as raising her two daughters. Quirien’s role with Ruminate sees her travelling across New Zealand to assist goat and sheep farmers where she has become an integral and valuable part of their businesses. She loves working with innovative and proactive farmers to help them manage the health of their livestock and to avoid potential health problems. This is not a matter of one-size-fits all as every farming system is different, consequently the products and recommendations are different for each situation, she says. “Many animals across New Zealand farms are not currently meeting their potential due to a lack of nutritional balance.” “Spring is the most critical period in the dairy calendar, as the nutrition provided to ruminant animals establishes the productive and reproductive potential for the rest of the year and beyond.” “Unfortunately, our lush green forage is adding a significant challenge to this transition period. Lacking key nutrients like magnesium and vitamin D as well as being low in energy.” Fortunately, Ruminate’s proven science, premium feed additives and highly experienced team bridge the nutritional gaps to bring animals to an optimal state. All of this results in happier, healthier stock, and ultimately more profitability for Ruminates clients. Underpinning Ruminate's crucial role in a farm system is the ongoing support provided by Quirien and the other team members, with a view to developing long-term relationships, rather than just taking an order and having a product delivered.
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