What is the Optimum Age at First Calving in Dairy Heifers?
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…)
Dairy Cow Population by County 2017 – 2021
The National dairy cow population is continually increasing, despite challenging conditions in recent years. Total dairy cow numbers for 2021 (as…
Application of Genomics on Dairy Farms
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…)
Sustainable Breeding through EBI
It is well documented that Irish dairy farmers are among the most environmentally sustainable food producers in the world. However, the very significant targets that the EU have set us makes it necessary for all farmers to achieve GHG reductions. Agriculture accounts for 33% of Ireland’s GHG emissions. (more…)
How to access the Animal Health Ireland dashboards on ICBF
Did you know a lot of useful information is available through the ICBF website including information and programme data for your…
Stock Bull Finder Updates
The ICBF Stock Bull Finder is the only online search engine for performance recoded pedigree beef bulls in Ireland. Currently there are 2,000 future stock bulls for sale on the platform. (more…)
Dairy Beef Calf Programme
The purpose of this scheme is to support beef farmers who are rearing calves from the dairy herd and to facilitate further the integration of the dairy and beef sectors. (more…)
10 things you need to know about milk recording
Why milk record? We take a look at some of the benefits that milk recording offers.
As we enter the era of precision agriculture, performance data and how we use it has never been of more importance. (more…)
How to access the Co-op Performance Report?
Reports are generated once a month by ICBF in conjunction with Co-ops around the country. Files are received from the relevant Co-ops in the 3rd week of every month after the milk price has been set.