Welcome to the Facey Group Equipment Loan Register which is packed with gear to help with on-farm tasks like tree planting, livestock data collection, hay sampling, and harvest loss checks. By borrowing from Facey Group, you save the expense of buying equipment you may only use once or twice.
Take a look below for a snapshot of what’s available!
XRS2i Stick Reader – Portable & Paddock-Ready
A handheld electronic ID (eID) reader, ideal when you’re out in the paddock or working with smaller mobs. It’s light, simple to use, and great when you don’t want to drag gear around or set up infrastructure.
Best for:
Quick scanning jobs in yards or paddocks
Individual checks and data recording
Moving between locations
Benefits:
Easy to carry, no setup needed
Pairs with weigh scales or your phone via Bluetooth
Records tag numbers and optional notes on the spot
XRP2i Panel Reader – The Go-To for High-Throughput
The heavy-duty option for scanning larger mobs. This fixed panel reader sits in a race or crush and scans tags automatically as sheep flow through. Plug it into the XR5000 indicator screen for full data recording.
Best for:
- Large mobs running through yards
- Automated scanning setups
- Hands-free, high-volume operations
Benefits:
- Fast, accurate scanning of large numbers
- Reads tags without needing to stop animals
- Works well with auto-drafters and weigh systems
XR5000 Weigh Scale Indicator – Smarter Livestock Data
This is your data command centre. Plug in the panel reader, weigh your sheep, and log everything from liveweights to scanning results. Great for tracking individual performance over time.
Best for:
- Recording liveweights and traits
- Matching data to eID tags
- Drafting based on performance
Benefits:
- Stores thousands of animal records
- Custom fields – record whatever you want
- Pairs with EID and drafting gear
Trial Seeder – Precision Planting Made Simple
A 2-metre air seeder made for trial plots but handy for filling missed strips or patching up paddocks. It’s towed behind a ute, making it easy to move between sites and operate without needing a tractor. Compact enough to manage with smaller gear.
Best for:
- Small trial plots or test strips
- Filling gaps in seeding runs
- On-farm crop comparisons
Benefits:
- Simple to operate and adjust
- Accurate seed placement
- Versatile – cereals, legumes, mixes
Hay Core Sampler – Know Your Feed
Punch a core out of a bale and get a proper sample to send off for testing. Great for checking feed quality or meeting export hay standards.
Best for:
- Sampling hay before sale
- Feed testing for nutrition
- Checking for ryegrass toxicity
Benefits:
- Fast, consistent samples
- Supports better ration decisions
- Gives confidence in quality claims
Pottiputki Tree Planters – Plant Trees Without the Backache
Manual tree/shrub planters that punch a hole, drop the seedling, and close it all in one go. Ideal for revegetation, shelterbelts or small-scale planting jobs.
Best for:
- Tree planting on the go
- Small reveg projects
- One-person planting operations
Benefits:
- Speeds up hand planting
- Reduces bending and fatigue
- Durable and easy to use
Harvest Loss Drop Trays – Check What You’re Leaving Behind
Use these trays during harvest to measure how much grain is falling out the back of your header. Simple tool, big savings if you’re losing grain.
Best for:
- Calibrating header settings
- Reducing harvest losses
- Running comparisons between machines
Benefits:
- Quantifies grain loss accurately
- Helps fine-tune machine performance
- Protects yield and income
