Ryan Russell, a farmer from South Gloucestershire, specialised in rearing calves through an Advanced Pasture (AP) system. Last year, he needed an upgrade from his manual feeding process.
“Since integrating the JFC Evolution S4 into our operations, the effectiveness of our feeding routines has gone through the roof. The machine's advanced features and user-friendly design have made our daily tasks significantly easier. Not to mention, the support and guidance we received from James the evolution sales manager and the entire JFC team were invaluable. Before JFC, we spent 4 and a half hours every day feeding 100 calves, leaving us drained physically and mentally. With the JFC Evolution Automatic Calf feeder, we now effortlessly manage 135 calves. The uniformity among our calves is remarkable, a testament to the efficiency of the system. The manual labour we endured is now a thing of the past.”
“JFC Evolution has not just saved us time; it has saved us physically, mentally, and financially. The automated features have eliminated the need for hauling buckets of water. Managing our calves is now remarkably easy, and the consistent growth and health of our livestock are evident.”
“Dealing with Andrew, the Service Technician for MMT and the JFC Evolution team, we've found more than just a reliable product; we've found a partner in our farming journey. The peace of mind knowing there's local support, even on a Sunday afternoon, is invaluable. This newfound capability has allowed us to focus on what truly matters - the well-being of our animals and the growth of our farm.”
“I'm thrilled to share my experience with the JFC Evolution, a marvel that has transformed the way we rear calves on our farm. Cleaning used to be daunting, but not anymore. With the JFC Evolution Automatic calf feeder, our daily cleaning process has become a breeze. The thorough cleaning cycle guarantees spotless hygiene, ensuring each calf isn't ingesting harmful particles. The shine on our calves' coats, indicative of their well-being, has been striking. We're now able to move batches of calves around in record time. Every six weeks, we aim to transition calves between sheds, a process made swift and straightforward with the JFC Evolution. This efficiency means we can rear more calves than ever before. This year alone, we're set to rear over 1000 calves, a number that would have been unthinkable without this incredible machine.”
“The support from Andrew and the JFC Evolution team has been unparalleled. Andrew's timely assistance ensures our operations run smoothly. This level of support adds confidence in our investment. The JFC Evolution has freed up over four hours daily, redirecting time and energy toward crucial farm management aspects. The 28 hours saved each week have given me the freedom to be a better farm manager and, equally importantly, spend quality time with my family, even enjoying a leisurely Sunday lunch back in South Wales.”
“Transitioning from manual processes to the intuitive app of JFC Evolution has been seamless. The user-friendly interface simplifies my morning routine. The consistency offered by JFC Evolution has significantly impacted the calves. Live weight gain is notably higher, averaging an impressive 1.1 kilos per day. This consistency ensures calves are eager to develop more weight, impossible to achieve manually. I can't praise Andrew and James from JFC enough. Their professionalism and down-to-earth approach have made the entire experience a pleasure. Andrew has been a valuable resource, patiently guiding me through every query, ensuring confidence in managing the machine effectively.”
Ryan Russell’s investment into the JFC Evolution Automatic Calf Feeder has allowed him to save time and labour. As a result, Ryan has the ability to focus on animal and farm management as well as spending more time with family.