Agricultural Building Show
Tuesday 30th March 2010, 9am - 4pm
NAC, Stoneleigh, Coventry
A reference point event covering all facets of farm buildings
If you are not seeing any images to the left, please install Flash Player. This may also be caused if you have disabled javascript.
Agricultural Buildings Show Seminar Programme 2010
Presentations include:
10.00 CE marking of cladding for agricultural buildings Carlton Jones, Corus Colors, Technical Development Manager
An introduction to CE marking for cladding in agricultural buildings and the implications for the farming industry.
11.00 Methods of fall protection in farm Buildings
Huck Nets Dave Collins will demonstrate the importance of safe and secure fall protection systems for farm building works. www.hucknetting.co.uk/
12.00 Low energy systems and renewable integration
Farm Energy's Andrew Kneeshaw will discuss the options available to minimise energy inputs into agricultural building systems and make the most of emerging renewable energy opportunities. www.farmenergy.com
1.00pm Know the signs, make the changes
Richard Davies, DairyCo extension officer, looks at the key indicators for cow comfort in housing. The importance of space, light, surfaces, feeding areas and ventilation will be considered and their impact on the cows will all be examined, with an emphasis on how to spot what it is your cows really need. Richard will also offer advice and guidance on how to get the most from your housing whether you're looking to make low cost changes or invest in new buildings.
Email- richard.davies@dairyco.org.uk
