As the Blade Farming business has developed, it has become apparent that developing strategic links with selected partners in the Agricultural business sector will provide significant advantages to the entire beef production chain.
These pro-active businesses, which are at the forefront of the Agricultural industry, have been able to deliver up to the minute technology and cost benefits to the Blade Producers. These partnerships have shown significant improvements in animal performance and meat quality, resulting in improvements in the overall quality of meat presented to the consumer.
Arla Foods Milk Partnership
Dairy Farmers in the Arla Foods Milk Partnership are key suppliers of dairy calves into the Better Beef Scheme. They also have access to top quality Beef semen from Genus ABS.
www.afmp.co.uk
BOCM PAULS LTD
BOCM Pauls Ltd are key suppliers of milk powder and dry feed to the Blade calf units. They provide specialist advice to Blade Producers as requested.
www.bocmpauls.co.uk
Farm Health Planning
As part of the Farm Health Planning partnership, Blade calf rearers have worked with Defra on the South West Calf Rearers Health planning project. This project promotes Healthy Animals and Healthy Profits.
www.defra.gov.uk/fhp
Genus ABS
Genus ABS has established the 'Beef Calf Partnership' with Blade to improve the quality of the calves being produced by the dairy herd. Using their renowned stud of beef breeding bulls, certain bulls have been approved for recommendation to Dairy producers.
www.genusbreeding.co.uk
Hilton Food Group
The Hilton Food Group is the parent company of Blade Farming and is the largest meat packing company in Europe. They are a dedicated supplier of meat to Tesco.
www.hiltonfoodgroupplc.com
Mole Valley Farmers
Mole Valley Farmers are the largest Farmer owned supply co-operative in the country, and have been key suppliers of feed, equipment and other inputs to the Blade units. They also provide technical advice to Blade Producers as requested.
www.molevalleyfarmers.com
NWF Agriculture
NWF Agriculture is a key supplier of milk powder to the Blade calf units. They also provide specialist nutritional advice to Blade Calf rearers and Finishers as requested.
www.nwfagriculture.co.uk
Pfizer
Pfizer animal health is the major supplier of vaccines to the Blade calf rearing units. They also provide specialist knowledge, advice and support on the administration of vaccines and medication to ensure that reared calves perform to their potential.
www.pfizer.co.uk
Tesco Farming
The Tesco Supermarket chain is the Hilton Food Group's largest customer. Tesco are continually working with the Blade team on new initiatives to improve the quality of the beef that is available for their customers. Their Agricultural team also works closely with Blade and their Producers promoting the benefits of beef to the consumers.
www.tescofarming.com
Westpoint Veterinary Group
The Westpoint Veterinary Group provides the Blade calf rearers with Veterinary advice and support. They have also been responsible for developing our unique calf herd health plans.
www.westpointfarmvets.co.uk
If you are interested in becoming a Blade Farming Partner or would like more information about our existing partners please Contact Us or call 0845 601 3281.
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