When brought in, one of the perceived disadvantages of the new AI codes were that they may lead to a decrease in the accuracy of sire recording. ICBF have done a piece of work on (more…)
The first calves from the Autumn 2016 Gene Ireland beef bulls are currently being born on farms. Here is a Curaheen Earp bull calf. (more…)
Following last week’s release of the HerdPlus Dairy Calving reports, the national 6 week calving rate has seen some improvement this year. The figure is now 63% vs 58% in 2016. There are 2 reasons for this: (more…)
The latest beef genetic evaluations went live on Tuesday 5th September. With the release of these new Beef Genetic Evaluations, there has been a number of additional data added (more…)
With the release of the new Dairy Genetic Evaluations, there has been a number of additional data added to the evaluation. (more…)
The following publication gives detailed statistics about the number of pedigree & commercial cattle born in Ireland in 2016. (more…)
New Beef Calving Reports outlining your herds 2016/2017 calving data are now available online via your HerdPlus login. The Beef Calving Report now includes Spring and Autumn 6 week calving rate for the first time ever. (more…)
The latest evaluation figures (Euro-Star and EBI figures) have now been updated and are available to view on every animal in your HerdPlus profiles, Animal Search, Mart Boards, etc. (more…)
Following on from the initial completion with an approved advisor in 2016 (2015 data), BDGP participants must submit data annually to allow for an update of the carbon navigator. (more…)