{"product_id":"agri-health-all-temperature-ram-crayon-for-tupping","title":"Agri Health All Temperature Ram Crayon for Tupping","description":"\u003ch2\u003eAgri Health All Temperature Ram Crayon\u003c\/h2\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe Agri Health All Temperature Ram Crayon is a livestock marking crayon that fits into a ram harness and marks each ewe as she is served during tupping. It is made for sheep farmers, smallholders and shepherds who need an accurate record of which ewes have been covered so they can plan scanning and lambing batches.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003eThe all temperature formulation is designed to keep marking through the varied weather of a British breeding season, whether the flock is tupped on exposed hill ground or in sheltered lowland fields. It is made in Great Britain.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eAll temperature formulation\u003c\/strong\u003e - works across the mild and cold conditions of a typical tupping season\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClear, visible marking\u003c\/strong\u003e - transfers colour onto the ewe's fleece so served ewes can be spotted from a distance\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHarness compatible\u003c\/strong\u003e - designed to seat in a standard ram marking harness holder\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBetter flock records\u003c\/strong\u003e - helps you date services, group ewes and predict lambing\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBest for\u003c\/strong\u003e commercial and smallholder flocks using harness-and-crayon raddle marking rather than loose raddle powder\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMade in Great Britain\u003c\/strong\u003e by Agri Health\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ul\u003e \u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003ctable\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAgri Health\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll Temperature Ram Crayon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTupping \/ raddle marking crayon\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSpecies\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheep (rams and ewes)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse with\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRam marking harness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTemperature suitability\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAll temperature formulation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGreat Britain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e \u003c\/table\u003e \u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003col\u003e \u003cli\u003eFit the ram harness correctly, checking the straps are snug but not restrictive, and re-check the fit as the ram's condition changes.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eSlide the crayon into the harness holder and secure it so it sits flush and cannot rotate or drop out.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eTurn the ram out with the ewes and check the flock daily for fresh marks on rumps and backs.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eRecord the date each ewe is marked so you can calculate her expected lambing date.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eChange to a different colour every 14 to 17 days to highlight repeat services and returns.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eReplace the crayon once it has worn down level with the holder, and store spares in a cool, dry place out of direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e \u003c\/ol\u003e \u003cp\u003eBrowse more farm and yard essentials in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/agrihealth\"\u003eAgrihealth collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat is a ram crayon used for?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eA ram crayon fits into a ram harness and marks each ewe on the rump or back as she is served, so you know which ewes have been covered and when.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does all temperature mean?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt means the crayon is formulated to mark across the range of conditions found in a typical tupping season, rather than being limited to only warm or only cold weather.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow often should I change the crayon colour?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMany shepherds change colour every 14 to 17 days, which is roughly one ewe cycle. Repeat marks in a new colour show which ewes have returned.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it fit any ram harness?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt is designed for standard ram marking harnesses. Check the size of the holder on your own harness before use so the crayon seats securely.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill the mark come out of the fleece?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMarking crayons are intended to be visible for a working period on the fleece. Always consider the effect on the clip and follow any guidance from your wool buyer.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow should I store spare crayons?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eKeep them in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and heat so they hold their shape until needed.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ch3\u003eAbout Agri Health\u003c\/h3\u003e \u003cp\u003eAgri Health supplies practical, everyday products for sheep and cattle farmers, from marking and handling items to general farm and yard equipment. 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