Boost Your Calf Sales This Spring: Use the CBV Catalogue to Showcase Genetic Value
HerdPlus members can generate CBV catalogues to clearly demonstrate the genetic value of calves offered for sale. If you are selling…
Strong Management and Smart Sourcing Behind Standout Dairy–Beef Performance
From early calf sourcing to careful finishing, John Crimmins’ system in Dunshaughlin is delivering consistent results recognised in the Beef Quality…
Precision Breeding Powers Exceptional Beef Performance on the Kavanagh Family’s Herd
Selective breeding, tight management, and disciplined weighing put the Kavanaghs at the forefront of top‑quality beef production. (L-R) Rebecca Kehoe, FBD,…
Mart Boards to Display CBV for All Genotyped and Sire Verified Animals
Today, March 6th, ICBF has announced taking an important step to improve the visibility of genetic information on mart boards. From today, the Commercial Beef Value (CBV) will be shown for…
NGP Weekly Update 03.03.26
To date in 2026, 426,950 calf samples have been received into the Genotyping Lab - an increase of 20% on this…
Genetics, Management and Market Fit: CBV in Action on the Walsh Farm
Balanced EBI (€122, top‑40%), targeted sexed semen and disciplined feeding align calf output with finishing efficiency on a family‑run, multi‑enterprise system…
Combining Calving Ease, Cow Functionality and Genetic Insight to Drive Consistent Suckler‑to‑Beef Performance
A seasoned suckler finisher whose focus on easy‑calving genetics, strong maternal cow lines and performance‑focused breeding is helping deliver reliable grading,…
Gene Ireland Suckler Beef Panel Spring 2026: Driving Genetic Gain for the Suckler Herd
ICBF launches a new lineup of elite high‑index AI bulls to accelerate progress in Irish suckler breeding programmes. The Suckler Beef…
SCEP Genotyping Self Selections
Herds in SCEP and not NGP can now log in to their ICBF account to select the animals they wish to…