From 28th of January 2022 blanket use of antibiotic dry cow tubes will be prohibited. This regulatory change means that veterinary proof will be required when administering antibiotic treatment.
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 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…)
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…)
Did you know a lot of useful information is available through the ICBF website including information and programme data for your…
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…)
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…)
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…)