New Body Condition Score Profile Launched
ICBF HerdPlus has added a new profile screen to view dairy body condition scores (B.C.S) quickly and easily. The profile will…
ICBF HerdPlus has added a new profile screen to view dairy body condition scores (B.C.S) quickly and easily. The profile will…
This year we are offering an additional 6 months HerdPlus membership FREE for new customers and existing customers who switch their…
When it comes to calving in dairy heifers for the first time, opinions differ as to what is the optimum age to calve them. (more…)
The November 2021 evaluation figures are now available for all dairy and beef animals. The ICBF Animal Search, Active Bull Lists and Stock Bull Finder have all been updated. (more…)
The National dairy cow population is continually increasing, despite challenging conditions in recent years. Total dairy cow numbers for 2021 (as…
Genomics has contributed significantly to the increased rate of genetic gain within the Irish dairy cow population and has transformed how the Dairy Gene Ireland breeding programme operates. Genomic selection (GS) is a tool to help more accurately identify genetic elite animals. (more…)
People that need to reduce stocking rate have a tendency to look at culling low production cows. However many other traits impact profit as well as low production. (more…)
Herdowners who are registered in the Irish Johne’s Control Programme can now get a Summary Report of all current and recent…
We are delighted to present you with the latest list of dairy bulls which have been selected for the Autumn Dairy Gene Ireland programme. (more…)