| 57 nzdairy DAIRY SERVICES » Advance Dairy & Pump By maximising economic benefit and animal welfare technology is reshaping traditional farming practices. Improve soil, plant and animal health, while reducing costs through the e ciency of foliar feeding. In one pass - mix and apply: Granular Fert Dissolve Urea, SOA, DAP, Compound Blends Fine Particles Suspend Lime Flour, Mag Oxide, Trace Elements Small Seeds Chicory, Plantain, Red & White Clover, Turnip, Rape Biologicals & Organics Compost, Fish Hydrolysate, Seaweed Extract, Molasses Herbicides Broad-spectrum and Selective Herbicides “We’ve noticed how even the grass is growing and the grass sward is very, very thick. We have got a lot greater plant density since we’ve been using the Tow and Fert.” Allan Marx - Dairy Farmer To book your free on-farm demo today call: 0800 337 747 or contact sales@towandfert.co.nz For AllanMarx, a dairy farmer nestled in the shadow of Mount Taranaki, adopting the Tow and Fert six years ago has been more than just upgrading equipment—it has transformed his entire approach to farming. Renowned for its versatility, the Tow and Fert has streamlined Allan's fertilisation process, enhanced pasture quality, and boostedmilk production, showcasing foliar fertilisation as a inancially and environmentally sustainable long-termpractice. Before switching to the Tow and Fert, Allan’s farm relied on traditional solid fertilisers, which were costly and weather-dependent. “Urea, especially, was tricky without rain, it was almost useless,” he recalls. After witnessing the Tow and Fert in action at Fieldays and hearing success stories from fellow farmers, Allan decided to visit Metalform in Dannevirke to learnmore. What he discovered was a multifunctional machine capable of not only applying fertilisers but also working harmoniously with the farm’s natural ecosystem to achieve sustainable growth. Since adopting the Tow and Fert in 2018, Allan has shifted to a farming approach that prioritises long-termhealth. Rather than relying solely on conventional methods, he incorporates lime lour, molasses, ish, and humates into every application to nourish Transforming Dairy Farming: Allan Marx’s Six-Year Journey with Tow and Fert bene icial soil microbes and fungi, promoting natural soil health and structure. “I’mnot organic, but I’mmuchmore ecosystem-focused now,” he explains. He also routinely adds magnesium sulphate to his applications to ensure the grass provides themagnesiumhis cows need to stay healthy. The Tow and Fert has proven ideal for more than just fertilisation. Thanks to the Tow and Fert’s versatility, Allan can broadcast small seeds such as clover, chicory, and plantain alongside fertilisers. “I can do everything in one pass—fertiliser, ish, seeds, herbicides, over sowing seeds—and the strike rate has been incredible. No extramachinery, no added labour costs,” he says. The bene its of this systemare evident. During a particularly hot and dry summer, Allan’s paddocks retained their green cover far better than neighbouring farms. When the rain returned, his paddocks rebounded quickly, and today, Allan’s team refers to the lush, even growth as “carpet grass.” After six years, Allan is con ident that the Tow and Fert has helped himcultivate a resilient, thriving ecosystem. “This machine is like no other,” he shares. “It’s simply a magic way tomanage everything I need for my farme iciently while building amore sustainable system.” continue to provide stock water using renewable energy,” says Monica. Monica and Trevor are born-and-bred Northlanders who returned home after 20 years working in the dairy industry in both the North and South Islands. They have owned and operated Advance Dairy & Pump for over fifteen years. Representing top international brands like DeLaval, Grundfos, Yardmaster and SenseHub. Dairy Advance Dairy & Pump offers end-to-end solutions from system design and equipment sourcing to installation and ongoing service. “A correctly functioning milking plant and stock water system are crucial to animal health,” says Monica. “What is routine maintenance today will become a health issue if not dealt with.” As the dairy sector continues to evolve, she says Advance Dairy & Pump remains committed to driving technological innovation. The Hutchinsons aim to continue to bring farmers the latest solutions they need so they can improve the effectiveness and efficiency of their farming operation.
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