Transforms any hay into dust-free palatable forage
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All horses need a healthy respiratory system to perform to their maximum ability.
Dust and fungal spores naturally found in hay compromise this.
The Propress Equine HAYGAIN hay steamer completely solves the problem ..... simply.
Over 1 in 6 horses suffer from breathing problems which severely affect their performance and health. In addition, 80% of horses stabled part of the time will have some degree of airway inflammation even if there are no obvious signs and are asymptomatic; this will still hinder their performance. This can be minimised by ensuring the stable is well ventilated, using dust-free bedding and now HAYGAIN-steamed dust-free hay.
The principle of steaming hay is not new; both PROPRESS and Dr Moore-Colyer independently researched the concept in the early 1990s, but with the HAYGAIN hay steamers for the first time you can now steam at temperatures that will not only dampen down the spores, as with soaking and other steaming methods, but actually kill them.
Propress has used their extensive experience and knowledge to design these fit-for-purpose hay steamers giving you the opportunity to improve your horse's performance to meet your expectations.
HAYGAIN'S unique function and design has been researched and substantiated through extensive controlled laboratory tests at The Royal Agricultural College, Cirencester, together with comprehensive field trials at leading racing establishments and yards from a number of different disciplines. These further endorse and confirm Propress Equine's breakthrough development.
The result is a scientifically proven product that outperforms all other treatments enabling you to feed dust and spore free, nutritional and palatable hay regardless of original hygiene quality.
A healthy respiratory system will allow your horse to perform to its maximum ability.
The HAYGAIN hay steamers are the indispensable partner.
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NEWS at home
AWARDS NEWS-
HAYGAIN are very proud to have been runner up for the "Trophee d'Innovation" at the prestigeous Salon du Cheval in Paris last week. HAYGAIN was also runner up for the "Coup de Coeur Developpement Durable" prize also organised by the Salon du Cheval
PATENT GRANTED - We are pleased to announce that the patent for our unique and proven method for the even distribution of steam into hay was granted on 1st September 2009.
RESEARCH CONFIRMATION - HAYGAIN kills Aspergillus
From the outset the objectives of Propress Equine have been clear, we are a science led company, developing and then launching products which have been extensively tested and proven with the horse as the prime beneficiary. Our commitment to the scientific research continues, we have several projects under way which will contribute to the global understanding of this complex problem and the best way to overcome it. We are delighted to be able to tell you about the latest results that have just come in.
The Irish Equine Centre have completed independent tests on hay using both models of Haygain hay steamers. The results show that HAYGAIN’s unique patented method is extremely effective at killing spores and both the HG 500( Half bale) and HG 1000(fully strung bale) units tested, completely killed Aspergillus. With Aspergillus being recognized as the most harmful fungi for horses respiratory health, this is really good news for trainers and horse owners alike. Our summers are getting wetter and hay has shown increased levels of harmful spores in recent years.
Tom Buckley, Head of Microbiology at the Irish Equine Centre, made the following conclusion:
“ Both of the Haygain hay steamers were very effective at reducing mould counts in hay which was known to be of poor quality. In all cases the mould counts were reduced in all sites.” “Aspergillus is one of the main causes of RAO, EIPH, immune suppression and poor performance in racehorses. It is also however, heat sensitive and so is greatly reduced using Haygain hay steamers .”
CONGRATULATIONS to Danni Poole, HAYGAIN regional consultant, who won the 26-mile Arab Horse Society Marathon on Alphina at Larkhill Racecourse on 18 October .
CONGATULATIONS toEmily Llewellyn who won Individual Bronze and Team Gold at the European Young Riders Championships on Pardon Me II in Waregem, Belgium. She so nearly got double gold again, less than 2 points off the leader! It is the third year running that she has won an individual medal and Team Gold, so well done Emily! “We are extremely pleased with HAYGAIN and took the new half bale steamer with us to the Europeans,” said Cindy Llewellyn, Emily’s mother.
NEWS from abroad
‘HAYGAIN horses’ yet again lead the international show scene!
Sunday 22nd November, South Africa
A packed out show ground in gorgeous sunshine here at Hout Bay behind Table Mountain In Cape Town, saw Lorette Knowles-Taylor riding Vitaline Udokes winning the Kenzan Accumulator 1.35/1.40m, 2nd Lisa Williams riding Rosco, with Gareth Neill riding Delmon Mining’s Rombo M 3rd.
The highlight of this four day show was the final leg of the World Cup Qualifier series, the Fancourt World Cup, which was won by Shaun Neill on Gold Rush, 2nd Dominey Alexander on Shiraz, (3rd Lauren Smorenburg on Shamwari) with Barry Taylor on Cara Frew’s Radetsky March coming fourth! Shaun and Gold Rush also won the SA leg of the World Cup series and are eligible to compete at the FEI World Cup Final in Geneva in April 2010.
Brian concluded today an agreement for Haygain to sponsor Lisa Williams, one of South Africa’s top show jumpers, winner of the 2008 Avis Derby in Johannesburg, and her horse...Rosco, which will be entered in the future as Haygain Rosco.
South Africa has been a great country to introduce HAYGAIN due to its high international level of equestrian activities, and very respected flat racing sector, with top international trainers such as Charles Laird and Mike de Kok being dedicated HAYGAIN users. Brian Fillery, Haygain founder and of SA origin is very proud to see Haygain come together with so many well known and determined competitors in this exciting market for Haygain.
With Haygain’s distributor, Equiproducts’ Evette Snyman also being a member of the South African Polo Cross Team, our support for Alex Peternell, candidate for the SA WEG and Olympic 3 day Event team, and our activities and profile as above, the future for Haygain in South Africa looks really exciting!
The HAYGAIN hay steamer was officially launched in America at the Rolex Kentucky Three Day Event. It was an excellent launch pad, and we had a great response from all levels of the equine community.
In the USA, Propress Equine have joined forces with the Jiffy Steamer company who have made steam generators in America since 1940 and offer full after-sales service throughout the country.
HAYGAIN has also been launched recently in South Africa and Australia, where distributors have been appointed and orders taken from leading race horse trainers including Charles Laird (SA).
Back to Europe: since lauching the HAYGAIN hay steamers at Equitana in Germany in March, our appointed distributor has had some fantastic developments and great press coverage. On a personal note, she owns a 20-year-old mare with COPD who she has struggled to manage over the years and could not feed hay... she now successfully feeds her HAYGAIN-steamed hay!
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ASK AN EXPERT
We have a team of experts here at PROPRESS EQUINE who are happy to answer any questions you may have about the Haygain hay steamers.
Dr Meriel Moore-Colyer, our scientific consultant has a wealth of knowledge in equine nutrition both in general and specific to steaming hay.
Did you know?
Allergens, such as dust and mould spores found in hay, lead to airway inflammation, bronchoconstriction, accumulation of mucus and induce:
- Recurrent Airway Obstruction (RAO)
- Inflammatory Airway Disease (IAD)
Brian Fillery and Tim Oliver can answer all questions concerning the technical, practical and product queries that you may have.
Becky James BSc can answer any questions you may have on the research we have carried out.
