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Read more about the article Harnessing the Power of Genetics: Padraig O’Connell’s Experience with the National Genotyping Programme

Harnessing the Power of Genetics: Padraig O’Connell’s Experience with the National Genotyping Programme

  • Post published:12/06/2025
  • Post category:Beef/Dairy/Industry/News/NGP/Updates

Padraig O'Connell runs a grass-based, spring-calving dairy herd in North Kerry. Since joining the DNA calf registration pilot programme in 2021,…

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Read more about the article Press Release: Don’t Miss Out – Phase 3 of National Genotyping Programme Opening For New Applicants

Press Release: Don’t Miss Out – Phase 3 of National Genotyping Programme Opening For New Applicants

  • Post published:10/06/2025
  • Post category:Beef/Dairy/Industry/News/Press Releases/Updates

Today, Tuesday, 10th of June 2025 – The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon, T.D., announced the re-opening…

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Read more about the article The Most Used Sires on Dairy Farms So Far in 2025

The Most Used Sires on Dairy Farms So Far in 2025

  • Post published:10/06/2025
  • Post category:Dairy/Industry/News/Stats

What are the most popular dairy and beef sires used in dairy herds this Spring? Below is a list of the…

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Read more about the article Farmers urged to use teams of AI bulls to avoid fluctuations in proofs

Farmers urged to use teams of AI bulls to avoid fluctuations in proofs

  • Post published:05/06/2025
  • Post category:Dairy/Industry/News/Updates

Tankardsrock Teak (FR7929) previously held the top position on the ICBF Active Bull List prior to the most recent genetic evaluation.…

Continue ReadingFarmers urged to use teams of AI bulls to avoid fluctuations in proofs
Read more about the article We are hiring – Business Support Specialists – Northern Ireland Bovine Genetics Project

We are hiring – Business Support Specialists – Northern Ireland Bovine Genetics Project

  • Post published:03/06/2025
  • Post category:Industry/Jobs/News

ICBF is the leading provider of information-based genetics services with more than 25 years history. At ICBF, innovation and cutting-edge technology…

Continue ReadingWe are hiring – Business Support Specialists – Northern Ireland Bovine Genetics Project
Read more about the article May Evaluation Now Live!

May Evaluation Now Live!

  • Post published:28/05/2025
  • Post category:Beef/Dairy/Industry/News/Updates

The May 2025 evaluation figures are now available for all dairy and beef animals. The ICBF Animal Search, Active Bull Lists…

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Read more about the article National Genotyping Programme Q&A – “We feel we can offer full traceability from conception to fork.”

National Genotyping Programme Q&A – “We feel we can offer full traceability from conception to fork.”

  • Post published:21/05/2025
  • Post category:Beef/Case Studies/Industry/News/Updates

National Genotyping Programme (NGP) participants, Noel & John Smyth farm on the Cavan/Meath border beside the village of Mountnugent. The farm…

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Read more about the article Why Dairy Farmers Should Consider Increasing their use of Dairy AI

Why Dairy Farmers Should Consider Increasing their use of Dairy AI

  • Post published:15/05/2025
  • Post category:Industry/News/Stats/Updates

There’s a compelling case for dairy farmers to increase the use of dairy semen in their herds, especially in light of…

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Read more about the article Stockbull Finder – Buyer – Caroline & Charles Colthurst

Stockbull Finder – Buyer – Caroline & Charles Colthurst

  • Post published:15/05/2025
  • Post category:Beef/Industry/News/Updates

Blarney Castle Estate is home to 160 Limousin, Limousin cross and Simmental cross suckler cows. The herd is owned by Charles…

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