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Read more about the article Animal Health Ireland’s Top10 Tips for a Stress Free & Successful Dry Period

Animal Health Ireland’s Top10 Tips for a Stress Free & Successful Dry Period

  • Post published:17/11/2025
  • Post category:Dairy/Health and disease/Industry/News/Updates

The dry period is an important stage for both the cow and the farmer. For the cow, it allows the udder…

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Read more about the article Why is it important to record health and temperament?

Why is it important to record health and temperament?

  • Post published:24/10/2025
  • Post category:Dairy/Health and disease/Industry/News/Updates

Every herd owner has a role to play in contributing vital information to the national cattle breeding database. Recording data may…

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Read more about the article Tracking Congenital Defects in Irish Calves: Insights from a Decade of Data

Tracking Congenital Defects in Irish Calves: Insights from a Decade of Data

  • Post published:17/07/2025
  • Post category:Beef/Dairy/Health and disease/Industry/News/NGP/Updates

Congenital abnormalities are those that are present at birth. In cattle, it is estimated that 0.5%–1% of calves are affected by…

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