Genomics in Cattle Breeding: Benefits of Genotyping Your Herd
Learn how genomic testing improves breeding accuracy, verifies parentage, increases confidence in EBI and CBV evaluations, and helps farmers make better…
Scanned Your Cows? Here’s How to Record Pregnancy Diagnoses on ICBF
As scanning season gets underway, don't forget to record your Pregnancy Diagnoses on ICBF. Recording Pregnancy Diagnoses helps maintain accurate breeding…
Record Missing Sires Using the ICBF Website and App
Easily update missing sire information for current and historical animals using the ICBF website or HerdPlus App. Accurate sire information is…
New Updates Now Live on the ICBF HerdPlus App
ICBF is delighted to announce the latest update to the HerdPlus App, bringing farmers new tools and enhanced functionality to support…
Beef Gene Ireland: Genetics That Work for Irish Farmers
Since 2007, Beef Gene Ireland has helped identify and prove some of the best beef genetics available to Irish farmers. Its…
AgNav Wins National Better Public Service Award for Strategic Use of Data
AgNav, Ireland’s leading digital sustainability platform for farmers, has been recognised at the Better Public Service Awards, winning the category for‘Strategic…
Most used sires to date 2026
Top Dairy and Beef Sires Used in Irish Dairy Herds – 2026 Year-to-Date
What are the most used dairy and beef AI sires in dairy herds in 2026?The latest ICBF analysis highlights the top-performing…
SCEP 2026 Calf Weighing: Key Dates, Rules and How to Stay Compliant
Staying on top of your SCEP 2026 weighing requirements is essential to maximise your payment in Scheme Year 4. Planning your…
Higher CBV Dairy Beef Calves Deliver Greater Profit at Finish
Higher Commercial Beef Value (CBV) dairy-beef calves are delivering more profit, based on analysis of over 87,000 Irish cattle. The results…