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Rural Life in the 40’s – Ballymena Braid Exhibition

Posted by Cherry | Nov 7, 2014 |

Opening on 15th November at the Braid in Ballymena the “Rural Life in the 40’s” exhibition is sure to be a great hit in Ballymena. Photographs from The Braid Website. The Braid say; “This unique exhibition takes a nostalgic look at a way of life that vanished quickly after the war. This exhibition is based on the late Andrew W Allen’s book ‘Farming in Co Antrim before and during the Second World War’. Andrew spent 40 years as a teacher and later became the Historical Research Officer for Ballymena Borough Council. The exhibition features a range of objects...

Rural Support – Helping Farmers in Northern Ireland

Posted by Cherry | Oct 28, 2014 |

Rural Support is an organisation which supports the farming community in Northern Ireland. Rural Support was formed as a charity in 2002. At that time, the Foot and Mouth epidemic was having a severe impact on farmers and on the rural community as a whole. There was evidence of distress within the rural community and the need for a support service was identified. The organisation provides this support through a helpline which offers a listening and signposting service for farmers and rural families. Callers to the helpline are of all ages and backgrounds and come from every part of Northern Ireland. The types of issues that we address include emotional distress, suicide risk, financial problems, inheritance issues, physical and mental health, farming paperwork and bureaucracy. Watch the video below to show how Rural Support has helped farmers and their families. If you’re feeling worried or stressed and would like to talk to someone in confidence, the trained volunteers are ready to help. All calls are confidential and the helpline operates from 8am to 11pm, seven days a week (voicemail and support options available at all other times). Call Rural Support on 0845 606 7 607 and get advice and help for the farming...

FarmCam security system

Posted by Cherry | Oct 27, 2014 |

The FarmCam system is a set of security camera which feed to one central monitor. The system is perfect for farmers who need to be in two places at the same time. We know how busy things can get and if you have a cow calving in the calving pens but need to keep an eye on you farmyard at the same time you would benefit from a system where you can flick between the two screens from the comfort of you own armchair, with your tea in your hand. The farmCam system has great potential to be useful in any modern farmyard. Click here to view the farmCam system at the Killyless Stores online shop. Please don’t hesitate to get in touch if you have any questions about the farmCam system. Call Killyless Stores on 02825880233 if you are interested in purchasing the FarmCam system. It is availble at their online shop of in store. Killyless Stores have been serving the local Ballymena farming inductry for years and are happy to answer any of your questions....

Prevent Rural Crime on your Farm – Tools and Equipment

Posted by Cherry | Oct 3, 2014 |

As a farmer in Ballymena you have enough to keep you busy without worrying about rural crime. But with crime on farms on the increase protecting you machinery, livestock and equipment is more necessary now than ever before. Here is advice on how to ensure that your tools and farm equipment is protected; Never leave your keys in the ignition – an opportunistic thief might not be able to resist. Try to avoid leaving machinery out overnight unless it is in your farm yard or somewhere you can keep an eye on it. Mark all of your machinery with your postcode and house/farm name. This not only acts as deterrent to thieves, but also helps return stolen property if it is then recovered. Keep an inventory of tools, note down their serial numbers, and take a photo where possible. Always keep tools locked away when they are not in use. As well as being taken away, they could be used to gain access to secured premises. Never leave ladders lying around near to your house or buildings because they only make it easier for thieves to gain access. Fit alarms and security lights that can alert you to an intruder to outbuildings that contain equipment. If you have a lot of equipment parked on site, install a basic CCTV system with warning signs to deter thieves. Rural Crime has become an...

Prevent Rural Crime on your Farm – Trailers and Horseboxes

Posted by Cherry | Sep 16, 2014 |

Rural Crime is a real problem for farmers in Ballymena and throughout the UK. The BBC News report that “The level of rural crime in Northern Ireland rose by 15% last year, according to a survey by a farming insurance firm. The National Farmers’ Union Mutual Insurance Society (NFU Mutual) said the most-commonly stolen items were livestock, tractors and farming tools.” With that in mind Ballymena Today want to share this information over a few articles to help prevent rural crime from striking your farm. Today we will focus on Trailers, horseboxes and Tractors. These are an easy target for thieves as they are easy to sell on and quick to transport. Here are some tips to prevent your property being stolen; Try to park all vehicles as close to your house, or in your gates farmyard if possible, and keep out of sight from nearby roads. Consider installing a security light near to where you park your vehicles. Wheel clamps can be used to prevent trailers, horseboxes and other vehicles being driven away by thieves if you have to leave it somewhere overnight or longer. There are several trailer-marking schemes, which use either your postcode or a unique number that is entered onto a database. Write down any chassis or serial numbers for trailers and towing equipment. An event like this is being held in Ballymena soon – Click here...

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Rural Life in the 40’s – Ballymena Braid Exhibition

Rural Support – Helping Farmers in Northern Ireland

FarmCam security system

Prevent Rural Crime on your Farm – Tools and Equipment

Prevent Rural Crime on your Farm – Trailers and Horseboxes

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