{"product_id":"rurtec-chinmark-bull-mating-harness-for-cattle","title":"Rurtec Chinmark Bull Mating Harness for Cattle","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRurtec Chinmark Bull Mating Harness\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Rurtec Chinmark Bull Mating Harness is a chin-mounted marking harness that holds a crayon under a bull's chin so every mount leaves a coloured mark along the cow or heifer's back. It is designed for beef and dairy farmers, herd managers and graziers who need a simple, reusable way to identify served females during the mating period.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWide straps keep the harness comfortable on working bulls, while the click in crayon holder makes changing crayons a quick job in the yard. It is suitable for use with Matingmark crayons, which are bought separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide, comfortable straps\u003c\/strong\u003e that spread pressure across the bull's head\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEasily adjusted\u003c\/strong\u003e to fit a range of bull sizes and head shapes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSimple click in crayon holder\u003c\/strong\u003e for fast, tool-free crayon changes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCompatible with Matingmark crayons\u003c\/strong\u003e for clear, visible marking\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eReusable season after season\u003c\/strong\u003e with basic cleaning and dry storage\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBest for \u003cstrong\u003eheat detection and mating records\u003c\/strong\u003e on farms without electronic monitoring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBrand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRurtec\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eProduct\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChinmark Bull Mating Harness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChin-mounted bull marking harness\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStraps\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWide, easily adjustable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCrayon holder\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClick in style\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCrayon compatibility\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatingmark crayons\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCrayons included\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo, sold separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBulls and teaser bulls\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCountry of origin\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNew Zealand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to Use\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRestrain the bull safely in a crush or race before fitting.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace the harness so the crayon holder sits centrally beneath the chin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdjust the wide straps until the harness is firm but does not restrict breathing, grazing or head movement.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClick the Matingmark crayon into the holder and check it is seated securely.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTurn the bull out with the herd and check marked cows daily, recording each service.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInspect the fit and crayon wear regularly, replacing the crayon and readjusting the straps as needed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\u003cp\u003eBrowse more farm and yard equipment in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/agrihealth\"\u003eAgrihealth collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFAQ\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWhat does a bull mating harness do?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt holds a marking crayon under the bull's chin. When the bull mounts a cow or heifer, the crayon leaves a coloured line along her back, showing that she has been served.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eAre crayons included with the harness?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. The harness uses the click in crayon holder and is suitable for Matingmark crayons, which are purchased separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eWill it fit any bull?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe straps are wide and easily adjusted, so the harness suits a range of bull sizes and head shapes. Always check the fit once the harness is on and readjust if the bull's condition changes during mating.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow often should I check the harness?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eCheck it regularly through the mating period. Look at strap tension, make sure nothing is rubbing, and replace the crayon when the marks start to fade.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eCan it be used again next season?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Clean off mud and dirt after use and store the harness dry, and it can be reused for following mating periods.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch4\u003eHow do I change the crayon?\u003c\/h4\u003e\u003cp\u003eRestrain the bull, release the used crayon from the holder and click a fresh crayon into place. No tools are required.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout Rurtec\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eRurtec is a New Zealand manufacturer of livestock mating management and stock marking equipment. Its products are built for everyday use on working beef and dairy farms, with an emphasis on simple fitting and hard-wearing components.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What does a bull mating harness do?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"It holds a marking crayon under the bull's chin. 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