We are seeking an enthusiastic herdsperson to work alongside our excellent herd manager on one of the two units run by this progressive business near the picturesque village of Litcham, near Fakenham in Norfolk.
This position will suit a dairy enthusiast with a proven basic track record looking to progress in the industry and complete the herdcare team covering all aspects of production on a forage- based system.
Going forward, the role will provide an excellent mix of responsibilities which will include the daily herd management, milking, fertility, grassland management, and associated stock work.
This exciting business is running with an emphasis on forage/grazing on two units each running with 340 crossbred cows block calving in the autumn period.
The herd is managed on a forage-based system with the housed period on cubicles with semi TMR feeding; the yields are in excess of 8,500 litres a cow. Milking is through a superb 24:48 parlour, DTL with ACR’s, complete with auto shedding, Cow Manager health and fertility system and excellent handling facilities.
Very good and spacious 2-bedroom accommodation on farm, free of rent rates and council tax, with central heating.
FOR A FULL AND COMPREHENSIVE JOB DESCRIPTION AND CONTRACT DETAILS, PLEASE CONTACT JAMES PICOT ON 07802 596633.
*No overseas applicants without a work visa*
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