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Suffolk Smallholders Society Newsletter

May 2016

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Good  Morning  Smallholders!    What  a  wet  spring  we  are  having.    We  were  so  close  to  a  decent  drying  out  and  then  this  past  couple  of  weeks  have  been  a  series  of  heavy  downpours  all  of  which  have  set  us  back.      Lambing  is  fully  behind  us  now,  although  I  noticed  one  of  our  ewes,  which  I  had  assumed  was  empty  is  now  beginning  to  bag  up  a  little.  Our  sow  has  just  been  AI  and  this  coming  weekend  we  will  find  out  if  we  were  on  target.  Last  time  –  which  was  our  first  time  -­‐  proved  easier  than  I  had  thought.  Cheaper  too.    One  of  the  on-­‐going  frustrations  is  that  the  allotment  and  flowerbeds  are  so  wet  it’s  difficult  to  get  busy.  Whilst  we  wait  the  weeds  steal  a  march  on  us.  I  am  determined  to  establish  a  new  cottage  garden  flower  bed  this  year.    I  did  a  huge  amount  of  clearance  last  autumn,  brought  dozens  of  barrows  of  muck  and  soil  to  re-­‐shape  and  nourish  the  bed.  I  have  done  some  initial  planting  but  the  thistles  are  still  more  robust  that  the  perennials.    Surely  by  next  month  I  will  be  celebrating  turning  the  cows  out  and  the  lambs  enjoying  spring  grass.    For  the  June  edition,  please  get  copy  to  me  for  16th  May.    

The  Mill  House,  Mill  Hill,  Earl  Soham  IP13  7RP  

01728  684312  email:  giles.barrow@virgin.net  

   

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17th September: AGM and Produce Show, Earl Stonham Village Hall. A chance to meet annually for a fantastic meal with puddings, a quick AGM and a chance to enter the produce show! Any Queries or questions about events contact either Katy Runacres (katyrunacres@hotmail.co.uk) or Peter Runacres (runacres.fam4@btinternet.com)  Using  Professional  Spray  Products.  Members  may  remember  previous  articles  in  the  magazine  pointing  out  that  members  who  use,  or  wish  to  use,  professional  pesticides  (Herbicide,  Fungicide,  Insecticide  etc.)  will  need  to  acquire  a  qualification  in  order  to  purchase  or  use  these  products  on  their  smallholding.  This  will  also  apply  to  some  professional  organic  products.      The   Suffolk   Smallholders   Society   is   sponsoring   course   materials  and   room  hire  where  appropriate,   for  members   to  be   trained   to  obtain   the   certification   required,   and   the   training   is   being  provided  free  of  charge  by  one  of  the  region’s  leading  instructors.      If   you   missed   out   last   time   and   have   not   yet   registered   an  interest,  please  send  Name,  Address  Telephone  number  e.mail  address  Machine  used  (Knapsack,  Boom  sprayer)  To  chris.sptc@btopenworld.com  or  telephone    01449  711587    after  7.00pm.      Please  reply  by  end  of  May,  at  the  very  latest  so  that  courses  can  be  arranged.  

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UPDATE ON THE APPLE TREE COTTAGE OPEN LAMBING EVENT At the time of writing (16th April) we are currently three quarters of the way through lambing our twenty four sheep, and have enjoyed the company of several visitors all whom have had the opportunity of cuddling the lambs (and for parents to ask various questions on the subject of sheep breeding).

Here is fellow Suffolk Smallholder Zoe with her daughter Ruth cuddling one of our black Leicester Longwool lambs. Our other breed of sheep (Lleyn) can be seen in the background along with some very rare sunshine!

As 18 ewes have lambed in 13 days there really hasn’t been too much hanging around and the need to sleep is becoming an overwhelming objective for both of us… We are commencing on bottle feeding for a variety of reasons: a rejected lamb, twin lambs whose mum has mastitis and twin lambs whose mum simply hasn’t got enough milk – all those little issues that mean lambing is more than just safely delivering the little beasts into this world (but there is something really special about lambs coming bounding towards you when you appear with the bottle so we don’t really mind!) Most importantly we thought you might like to enjoy some of our special moments as shown in the following pictures:

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Machinery maintenance In the last article of the series, John Sones

and Chris Keeble look at chainsaws. This article first appeared in Smallholder magazine.

Another common tool likely to be found on the holding is the chainsaw but like quad bikes these are potentially dangerous machines which can cause fatal or major injuries if not used correctly. The Health and Safety Executive (HSE) website states that in recent years (in forestry and arboriculture) direct contact with a chainsaw has caused 5 deaths and many serious injuries. The importance therefore of correct safety gear, proper training and keeping a well maintained machine cannot be stressed too much. As with everything in this series, the example used is of its type and the manual should always be checked for your particular model. Also many tasks such as mixing two stroke fuel and checking spark plugs have been covered elsewhere in the series so will not be repeated.

Photo 1. Example of a chainsaw with Photo 2. Examples of service tools and uncovered chain manual Photo 1 shows a typical two stroke chainsaw just returned from work illustrated without the guide bar cover which should always be in place when not in use. The recoil starter can be seen in the centre of the picture and the fuel primer above this to the right. In front of the robust metal holding

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handle which is always held with the left hand can be seen the large plastic lever for operating the chain brake. As soon as cutting has finished, this should be pushed forward to stop the chain moving. To start cutting again, it is pulled towards the handle. Examples of the tools you may need to carry out a simple service can be seen in Photo 2. The top three including the plug spanner come with the machine and the others will need to be bought. Their purpose will be explained as we go through the stages of maintenance. The guide bar cover should be in place while you do this unless its removal is necessary for a specific task.

Photo 3. Inside view with top cover removed Photo 4. Chris cleaning the air filter Photo 3 shows the top view of the chainsaw with the cover removed. This will be held on with either screws or clips. In the centre is the sparking plug and to the left being pointed out with a white stick is the decompressor. The air filter is yellow and below this and to the left of the fuel primer beside the rear handle is the red choke. Close the choke to prevent dirt getting into the manifold and remove the air filter to clean it. Chris can be seen in Photo 4 doing this with a brush.

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Photo 5. Removing the chain drive cover Photo 6. Chain drive cover removed showing accumulated dirt Photo 5 shows the removal of the chain drive cover using a spanner provided in the kit and in Photo 6 the build-up of dirt after use can be seen. Also a metal ring is visible in the removed cover which connects with the clutch assembly when the chain brake is applied. Make sure that you remove all the accumulated grease and sawdust from the cover either with a brush and paraffin or diesel NOT petrol whilst wearing protective gloves. Alternatively, if you have a compressor this can be used instead. If you use this method, do so whilst wearing goggles and a face mask to protective yourself from flying debris. A compressor can also be used to clean the air filter remembering to blow from the inside out.

Photo 7. Removing the chain from guide bar Photo 8. Cleaning round the clutch and sprocket assembly.

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The next step is to remove the chain from the guide bar as seen in Photo 7. Once this has been done, mark the guide bar with a highlighter or felt tip pen so that you know which side is facing you and it can then be removed. When it is put back, it will be reversed and this is done at each service to help to keep the wear on both edges even. Over time, the outer edge of the track in which the chain sits, becomes burred over and this should be removed using a flat file. Now clean the guide bar and oil it whilst wearing protective gloves. After removing the guide bar the chain can then be removed from the sprocket and the area cleaned behind the clutch and sprocket assembly as shown in Photo 8. The chain itself is not normally cleaned as doing so is likely to increase the wear and the risk of the chain breaking.

Photo 9. Spot of oil in centre of clutch assembly Photo 10. Chain correctly repositioned in guide bar As makes and models vary, check your manual and if this applies to your machine, place a spot of oil in the centre of the clutch assembly shown in Photo 9. The chain and guide bar can now be replaced (remembering to turn the guide bar over) whilst checking that the chain is correctly repositioned inside the guide bar and around the sprocket. Now pull the assembly tight and when correctly refitted, it should look like Photo 10.

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Photo 11. Ensure correct location of chain Photo 12. Nose-tip grease gun being tensioner 'stud' applied to guide bar The next stage is to replace the chain drive cover. This has a chain tensioner ‘stud’ which can be seen being pointed out in Photo 11. This locates into a hole in the guide bar and the tensioner may need to be slackened off to do this. Now partly tighten the retaining nuts (seen in Photo 5) and tighten the adjuster as per your manual so that the chain sits closely in the guide bar. Bear in mind that in use it gets hot and will expand and may require re-adjusting. Once the adjustment is correct, the retaining nuts can be fully tightened. Photo 12 shows the nose-tip grease gun being applied to the guide bar. Ensure that you use the correct grease which will work its way into the bar tip sprocket as it rotates. The final task is to sharpen the chain. Among other things, this enhances cutting performance, reduces the risk of kick back and ensures it follows the manufacturer’s recommendations. This basically consists of two main wearing parts; the cutting ‘teeth’ and the depth gauges both of which are situated alternately along the chain.

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Photo 13. Applying a file using a roller Photo 14. Sharpening the reverse side of the guide to sharpen the' teeth' chain Your manual may show the standard file holder for sharpening the ‘teeth’ but Chris has found using a file with a roller guide to be more effective. Before starting, mark a tooth with a highlighter or felt tip so that you know where you have started from. Photo 13 shows the roller guide (suitable for your chain) sitting across the chain and the appropriate file being used and as with anything to do with the chain, protective gloves should be worn. It is important that an equal number of strokes are applied to each ‘tooth’ – usually 2 -4 strokes are normal. Used correctly the file and roller guide will ensure that all edges of the cutting ‘teeth’ are at the correct angle. Continue this process around the chain until you are back to where you started. The chainsaw should then be turned through 180 degrees, the starting position marked again and the roller guide repositioned so that the reverse side of the chain can be sharpened as in Photo 14. Continue round the chain as before until you have again got to where you started.

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Photo 15. Flattening the depth gauges Photo 16. John with personal protective equipment With wear, the depth gauges stand proud of the cutting ‘teeth’ and can cause the chainsaw to kick back or the chain to vibrate. It is therefore necessary to file these down using a depth gauge tool and a flat file which is shown in Photo 15. As before work your way round the chain until you return to where you started. This article started by stressing that chainsaws can be very dangerous and that correct safety gear, proper training and keeping a well maintained machine are essential. John can be seen in Photo 16 holding a pair of special protective trousers with safety glasses, chainsaw boots, special protective gloves and a protective helmet/ear protectors/visor in front of him. All of this should be worn even if you are only cutting one log. It is also advisable to wear non-snag outer clothing. It is also good practice to carry a personal first aid kit including a large wound dressing when operating the chainsaw. Remember, one slip could affect the rest of your life. Also as with quad bikes, the value of training should not be underestimated. It is also worth checking your insurance as it may not apply if you have an accident and have not been trained in any way. Lastly well maintained machines reduce the risk of accidents and increase their reliability. Chainsaws should not

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be used if anything is damaged or missing or if there are any other faults. Do not tackle anything that you do not feel competent to do and it is a good idea to have your chainsaw serviced by a dealer annually which should include extra items like removing, checking and cleaning the recoil starter and checking the sprocket for wear and condition. When I was discussing this article, I was told that there is an old saying in Suffolk; ‘Don’t lend your chainsaw or your missus’ in that order! Whatever you think of this, lending your chainsaw to someone could mean that it is ill-treated or that the person uses it without training or safety equipment. The worst case scenario would be that they or someone else is injured. Something to consider if you are asked. At the end of the day, safety must be paramount. That concludes this series in which we have looked at simple maintenance for a range of smallholder equipment. We have enjoyed doing it and hope that you have not only enjoyed reading it but have also learnt something from it. Hollesley village hall management committee are considering holding a 'Country Market' (produce, crafts and other) perhaps every 3 months on a Saturday - probably June, Sept, Dec and March. The venue is comparable to the size of Woodbridge Community Centre. I am contacting 'possible stall holders'. Could you please forward this to any of your members who might be interested in having a stall at such a market. I am trying to measure interest in the concept. Hope to hear from you. Sylvia Wade 01394 411526 wadewilderness@aol.com

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A reminder of recent changes in monitoring and recording sheep and goats From 1 April 2014, all abattoirs must report the details of movements of animals onto their premises electronically through the 'Animal Movements Reporting Service' (ARAMS) database. An amended 'Movement Document' has also been introduced which can be viewed at: http://www.arams.co.uk/docs/ARAMS-1.pdf. This can be printed or alternatively copies can be obtained from markets and abattoirs. Trading Standards do say however that old forms can still be used. Although primarily guidance for abattoirs, 'Identification and recording sheep and goats' can be viewed at: http://www.arams.co.uk/docs/UserGuides/Identifying_and_recording_sheep_and_goats.pdf and contains useful information. From 1 January 2015 lamb producers must use only the single yellow EID tag (left ear preferred) to tag lambs intended for slaughter before 12 months of age.

Are you interested in undertaking

Emergency First Aid Training? This is an initial call out to check if there’s interest amongst members in first aid training. The likely format would be a Sunday and will comprise a

certificated programme. Please contact Giles in the first instance as soon as possible.

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Society Equipment We have recently acquired more equipment which members may borrow from the society FREE OF CHARGE. Equipment is held at two separate locations: Badingham, in the East of the county, and Depden in the West. The list of equipment currently available is: • Egg Incubators • Chick Brooders with Infra Red lights • Post Rammers/Thumpers • Hand Post Augers • Fencing tensioner tool • Apple Press • Slap Marker Handle • Smallholding DVD series inc:

o Establishing Your Flock o Managing Your Flock for Peak Health o The Breeding Flock o Sheep for Business, Enterprise and Profit

The DVDs can be borrowed from Janice Leat 01473 890365 or ruby22597@yahoo.co.uk If you would like to borrow equipment, please contact our quartermaster, Gill Bedson. She will arrange for you to collect at either Badingham or Depden. Gill can be contacted by phone on 01728 638747 or by email at gillbedson@yahoo.co.uk

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Committee Members and Contacts

Paula Blackmore Society Chairman 01359 240223 paula.blackmore @gmail.com

Wendy Brame Membership Secretary

01449 711178 wendy.brame@crumblycottage.co.uk

Martin Hancock Treasurer 01473 311064 HancockMJF@aol.com

Bobbie Ceravolo Committee Member

bobbieceravolo@hotmail.co.uk

Katy & Peter Runnacres

Committee Members

01728 685736 katyrunacres@hotmail.co.uk

SOCIETY HELPLINES The Society cannot be held

responsible for any problems arising from help given. SHEEP Neil Storer 01473 830264

RARE BREEDS Neil Storer 01473 830264 BEES Richard Martin

Tony Payne 01449 720491 01359 244244

ORGANICS John Cousins 01728 638721 POULTRY Len Rix 07813 993956

PIGS Land management

inc. spraying

Chris Keeble 01449 711587

DEFRA Land issues John Sones

01473 658804

Machinery John Graham 01379 384444

The new website forum is now live!

To get your member’s only account, email Jacob: barrow.jacob@gmail.com.

The smallholders also have a new twitter account, @SSMallholders. Both the Twitter and Facebook

accounts will be updated regularly with the latest news and upcoming events.

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FOR SALE

Members ads will be printed (no charge) for two months unless cancelled or renewed. Month of expiry is given in () Please send advert to Giles Barrow, Mill House, Mill Hill, Earl Soham, IP13 7RP email: giles.barrow@virgin.net Larger adverts 1/4 to whole page available £80 / per A5 printed page per annum pro rata.

Splendid Herdwick Ram for Sale 1. 4 years old 2. Home reared 3. Lives with small flock of 25 ewes 4. Sired many lambs 5. Downsizing flock so he's looking for a new home 6. £100 and can deliver in local area 7. Please call 01728 833655 Static caravan. Perfect for on site accomadation, office or dry store. Includes gas cooker and boiler. Two bedrooms /offices and small bathroom. £500. Laura 07999 403928. Sweffling.(July) Advanced notice: March born lambs for sale at weaning in late May. £50 each; £45 for orders of 3+. Ring Giles 01728 684312 (June)  

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 7  February  born  ewe  lambs  (mule  x  and  charolaei  x  )  will  be  ready  For  sale  in  July.  Also  1  north  country  mule  ram  lamb,  called  Rambo,  is  looking  for  a  good  home  All  animals  will  be  fully  vaccinated  and  wormed.    Please  contact:    Uta  07764556359    or  uta@utastiller66.plus.com  (July)  

 FOR  SALE  Collected  from  Hulvertree  Farm  Badingham  Road,  Laxfield  ORGANIC  FEED  WHEAT                £9.25  per  cwt                                                      BARLEY                £9.10  per  cwt                                                            OATS                  £9.00  per  cwt    Small  size  Organic  wheat  bales  @  £2.00  each    Tel:    The  Cousins  –  01728  638721  (July)     FOR SALE LARGE BLACK PIGLETS Pure bred Well handled so easy to manage. Ready end of April/early May £50 each You are welcome to come and see them. Please call Jackie or John on 01473 736228 jackienayler@btinternet.com (Martlesham) (July)  For  sale.      Galvanised  poultry  feed  hoppers,  hold  1/2  cwt    and  are  weather  proof,  the  lids  are  on  runners  and  cannot  blow  off  and  the  feed  trays    have  protective  roofs  so  the    feed  stays  dry.    Ideal  for  free  range  or  pens.    £20  each.      Also  one  1cwt    hopper,  same  as  above    £35  Pea  fowl  for  sale,    Indian  Blue-­‐  hatched  last  year  and  well  grown.    One  male  and  three  females  £25  each.  1  x  Mature  pair  Indian  Blue  £65    Tel    07768523342  (June)  

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For Sale - Log Splitter Vertical 'slide hammer' type log splitter. Place the log on the base (supply your own such as a large section of tree) and the 'cutter' bar in position. Slide metal sleeve (hammer) up vertical pole and down as hard as possible onto 'cutter' bar. Metal work only - £20. John 01473 658804 Elmsett. (June) Small 2 tier rabbit hutch with slide out plastic floor trays, not been used for 1 year, previously used for quail. £15. Pfeifer engine lift with metal chains and hooks. £25. Jon 07721 380899 (June)  Pedigree  Berkshire  weaners  for  sale.  Very  good  bloodline  (Nama  Abel  x  Excelsa).  These  pigs  will  be  birth  notified  with  BPA.  Born  5th  Feb  2016  so  will  be  available  when  weaned    in  early  April.  Berkshires  are  very  placid  and  ideal  for  “first  timers”.  They  are  prized  for  their  superb  pork.  £50  each  at  8  weeks  of  age.  Ken  Jordan  07880  551111  (twixt  Bury  St  Eds  and  Thetford)(June)    5 GOS X WHITE DUROC Gilts 5 months old £90 each £85 Ono if you have more then 2. Contact 07932062881 or 01728638057 (June) 3 Galvanised double section feed bins - £60 / £90 Galvanised open top water tank – 4’ x 3’ x 2.6” - £20 Tel: 01359 244244 (Payne) (June)  

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Weaners for sale:- Oxford sandy & black x Welsh, wormed and a bag of feed provided. £50 each or £45 each for three or more. 07889 648989 Laxfield We also have a litter of Essex saddleback x Welsh. £50 each or £45 each for three or more. Bag of feed provided. 07889 648989 Laxfield (June) For Sale - Proven Boer- cross billy goat. Sire was registered 100% Boer, dam is a dairy/boer cross. Born April 2015, has sired kids born this year. £75. Jackie 01728 684312 (June) Hay  (  small  bales  )  for  Sale.  Best  quality  meadow  hay  at  £2.50    a  bale.    Charsfield  collection  or  local  delivery    01473  737553.  (May)   1 BSA .22 Air rifle, brand new with handbook. 1 tin of ammunition and cleaning kit. £140 cash sale only. Selling due to injury. 07598318979/ 01394 450550 (May) Large selection of hedging plants; field maple, dogwood, spindle, laurel box and yew. Wholesale orders catered for. Etheridge Nurseries 01379 384204 40 polytunnel hoops 14ft wide £10 each 01379 384204 (May) Large ploytunnel 60ft x 27ft. Heavy duty galvanized with all side rails. £750 ono + VAT 01379 384204 (May) Pure bred British Lops. £50 each or £45 for 3 or more. Could be registered. Ready end of March 01728 684312

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Weaners for sale:- Oxford sandy & black x Welsh, wormed and a bag of feed provided. £50 each or £45 each for three or more. 07889 648989 Berkshire x Glos sow 18 months old, in pig. £200. 07889 648989 (May) Free to a good home; one friendly Hebridean yearling ram, would be a good friend and grass mower. Tel no 01728638393 Rupert Wallis (May).    POL Lohmann Brown hybrid pullets ready from 20th February,18 weeks old, vaccinated, very friendly birds, small and large orders welcome, £7.50 each or discount over 10 birds. Phone Anthony Ling on 01473 890787 (after 7pm please) (April) Top quality barley straw for sale, barn stored, £2 per bale ex farm, discount for quantity. Please call Anthony Ling on 01473 890787 (after 7pm please)  Do you want your 2 issue advert featured on

the re-vamped Society website? If so, it’s no problem. All you need to do is email your

ad to Jacob, our webmaster, and he’ll upload them. Contact:

barrow.jacob@gmail.com            

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What’s happening at the far corner of your smallholding?

High Quality, Outdoor Free Range, Rescue Hens from an organic farm

Intelligent. Friendly. Well brought up*.

*although, on occasions, have been known to crash unattended human breakfast tables (but they usually

lay plenty of eggs to more than make up for it). Available regularly throughout the year to homes in E Suffolk/ NE Essex. As they currently have free access to acres of meadow, they would need you to have an adequate sized run. If you think you might be able to

offer a suitable home, please email: hen.rescue@yahoo.co.uk

If you haven't kept this type, or any type, of hens

before, we are very happy to give advice/guidance to get you started in a way that suits your situation.

Non-profit making. £3.00 per hen, usually minimum 4

delivered to you direct in local area. Delivery fee £5.00 may apply.

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Wanted    Full  size  folding  table  tennis  table  with  net  and  bats  if  available.  Can  collect.  Rosie  Keeble      01449  711587  chris.sptc@btopenworld.com   We are looking for a handful of weaner sheep, suitable and ready asap, to bring on in our meadow and slaughter in autumn 2016. We’re in Bury area but will travel anywhere. Please call John 07737 903464. Maran cockerel: tel: 01350 244244 (Payne) (June) Small car trailer 6ft X 10ft or similar, any condition considered. 01379 384444 WANTED Our local Suffolk Wildlife Trust wood is desperate for old baler twine they use it to tie up bundles of pea and bean sticks etc. Last year they cleared me out of two or three years worth. I also managed to acquire a big bundle (complete with old birds nests!) when I was picking up some weaners. That also went very quickly. So if you have any old baler twine in the Bury St Edmunds/Stowmarket/Needham Market/Sudbury area do let me know and I will see if I can pick it up. Alternatively if you could drop it off at Bradfield Woods when you are in the area that would be great. My email is mtavernor@btinternet.com Tel 01449 737793 or alternatively contact Bradfield Woods direct at bradfieldwoods@btinternet.com and 01449 737996  

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J.E. Graham Ltd.

For quality new and secondhand machines

Foton tractors, chain harrows, rolls, fertiliser spreaders, grass toppers, finishing mowers,

transport boxes, post hole borers, log splitters, saw benches, flat and tipping trailers, the Suffolk

Sweeper Collector

So whether you have a tractor, 4 x4 quad bike or pony power, I may be able to help you

01379 384444

Brundish Suffolk

 

Bellflower Garden Centre Ltd, Stonham Barns, Stonham Aspal, Stowmarket IP14 6AT 01449 711103

ALLEN & PAGE HORSE FEEDS and THE SMALLHOLDER RANGE

Please quote ‘Flower15’ to receive a voucher in store

Available in Store:-

x Fast Fibre x Natural Free Range Layers Pellets x Super Mixed Corn x Natural Rabbit Pellets

x Calm & Condition x Natural Free Range Layers Crumble x Sheep Mix

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THORNE’S EQUIPMENT

FOR YOUR BEES

A large range of stock including: frames, foundation, hives in the flat, WBC, National and

Commercial, honey jars, tools, bee suits, veils and gloves

RICHARD MARTIN BEE SUPPLIES Little College Farm

Creeting Hills, Creeting St Mary IP6 8PX

Opening Hours 1 April – 30 Sept 4-7pm daily except Sundays

Please call first at other times Telephone 01449 720491

Richards Farm Repairs

Welding Fencing Carpentry Providing a first class call out service at a

reasonable cost. Welding of gates and General repairs

Fencing for live stock. Carpentry for stable and shed doors.

Richard Warne Tel 01728 628021

mobile 07847 359509 www.richardsfarmrepairs.co.uk

<http://www.richardsfarmrepairs.co.uk> email richardwarne@ymail.com

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Livestock Care Over 10 years experience, NVQ's in livestock care level

2 and 3, degree in agricultural management, sheep shearing courses through the national wool board. Services such as sheep and goat foot trimming,

dagging sheep, general health checks of all livestock, sheep shearing and general advice.

Contact Kate Ockelton on 07708690464 or kate.ockelton@gmail.com

Geoff Rogers Over 35 Years Experience

Mechanical hedgecutting and Sawblade work

Meadow Topping and Rough Cutting Chain Harrowing No Job too Small

Also Tractors and Machinery bought for cash

Runners and Non-Runners 01728 724208 07951191932

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We are a local business offering an affordable and bespoke cutting, curing and smoking service for private customers and

Smallholders. We provide a tailored, quality service getting customers the most out of

their animals. Small batch production means you only get your meat back in your

products.

Let us make the best of your hard work.

Palfrey & Hall, The Food Hub, Bellwel l Lane, Debenham, Suffolk, IP14 6JX

Office | 01728 861862 Shaun | 07904 536035 Deaglan | 07828 785646

hello@palfreyandhal l.co.uk www.palfreyandhall.co.uk @palfreyhal l

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JAIGER ENGINEERING LTD The Workshop, Millfield, Cayhill,

Mendlesham Green, Suffolk IP14 5RD Tel: 01449766441, Mob: Gary

07860708326 Email: gary@jaig.fsbusiness.co.uk

All weldable metals welded, fabricated and repaired including cast iron, brass, copper, phos bronze. Stainless steel to hygienic standards for food, dairy, brewing and chemical use. Builders steelwork, fabrication of any bespoke parts, machinery repairs, and sheet metal work. On-site mobile welding, drilling and fabrication. Pipework from small plumbing jobs to welded pipework and pipe threading from 1/8" BSP to 6" BSP.

Happy to quote for work, no jobs considered too small, quick turn around

Small storage units, Portacabins and insulated

containers for rent, with or without electricity in a secure yard.

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Calling all Members Can you help fill this space with an Advertisement from

a local business you know?

Advertising income provides good revenue for the Society and businesses will get exposure to over 200

members in our monthly Newsletter. Prices are £80 per for a full page, £40 for

half a page and £20 for a quarter page (fee for 12 issues) - great value for money and enables

local businesses to also also show their support for the Suffolk Smallholders Society.

If you can contact any potential businesses you know

and they are interested, please let Martin Hancock and Giles Barrow know.

Ducks & geese for Sale inc: Runners, Crested, Khaki's, Calls & others. Chickens

inc: hybrids, Orpington’s, Sussex, Marans, Welsummers. Also Ornamental Wildfowl, Guinea fowl Rheas, Emus &

Turkeys.

www.angliawildfowl.co.uk Email: anglia.wildfowl@virgin.net

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Mini Digger Hire

Digger Hire Dumper Hire

Concrete Crusher

All Self Drive or Manned Same Day Delivery

No Deposit Required We are a local family run business with a selection of plant equipment available for hire. We also offer a wide range of construction services and groundworks

from driveways to extensions.

Please call 07921 553951 or 01473 785729

or email: martin@diggerwork.co.uk to discuss your requirements.

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RATS MICE MOLES RABBITS INSECTS

PEST CONTROL AND PREVENTION FOR YOUR HOME or BUSINESS

ONE OFF TREATMENTS OR MANAGEMENT CONTRACTS

RSPH QUALIFIED & INSURED FOR TOTAL PEACE OF MIND

WWW.A12PESTMANAGEMENT.CO.UK

Tel : 01502 515083 or 07585807417

BEN LUGSDEN SHEPHERDING

ALL SHEEP WORK UNDERTAKEN

SHEARING SHOW PREPARATION

PREGNANCY SCANNING DAGGING WORMING

FOOT CARE

ACROSS EAST ANGLIA CONTACT BENN 07789 683174

bennlugsden@gmail.com Facebook.com/bennlugsden