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Read more about the article Breeding for TB Resistance

Breeding for TB Resistance

  • Post published:26/03/2024
  • Post category:Beef/Dairy/Industry/News/Updates

Have you ever wondered why only a handful of your cows became TB reactors during a herd breakdown when all cows…

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Read more about the article Maximise the genetic gain of your herd with Sire Advice this breeding season

Maximise the genetic gain of your herd with Sire Advice this breeding season

  • Post published:14/03/2024
  • Post category:Dairy/Industry/News/Updates

With the upcoming breeding season almost upon us, it is time to start thinking about your 2024 bull selection.  In 2023,…

Continue ReadingMaximise the genetic gain of your herd with Sire Advice this breeding season
Read more about the article Commercial Beef Value-All you need to know!

Commercial Beef Value-All you need to know!

  • Post published:23/02/2024
  • Post category:Beef/Dairy/Industry/News/Updates

What is the CBV? The CBV is a tool that gives farmers an insight into the genetic value of animals destined…

Continue ReadingCommercial Beef Value-All you need to know!
Read more about the article Check out your latest Co-op report now!

Check out your latest Co-op report now!

  • Post published:02/02/2024
  • Post category:Dairy/News/Updates

The 2023 end of year Co-op Performance Reports containing the latest co-op data are now available online and are being posted to farmers over the coming week. These reports include the calving information taken from the 2023 Dairy Calving Report.

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Continue ReadingCheck out your latest Co-op report now!
Read more about the article National Genotyping Programme – Information Booklet

National Genotyping Programme – Information Booklet

  • Post published:18/01/2024
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We have prepared a comprehensive information booklet outlining everything farmers need to know about the National Genotyping Programme (NGP) and registering…

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Read more about the article  ICBF launches new App – ICBF HerdPlus – Download today for FREE!

 ICBF launches new App – ICBF HerdPlus – Download today for FREE!

  • Post published:02/01/2024
  • Post category:Beef/Dairy/Industry/News/Updates

We are delighted to introduce our new and improved ICBF HerdPlus mobile app. This app has new features and improvements, making…

Continue Reading ICBF launches new App – ICBF HerdPlus – Download today for FREE!
Read more about the article Genetic Improvement on Irish Dairy Farms

Genetic Improvement on Irish Dairy Farms

  • Post published:14/11/2023
  • Post category:Dairy/News/Stats/Updates

The Economic breeding Index (EBI) is a tool used to assess the genetic merit of animals and to identify the most…

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Read more about the article Check your SCEP Eligibility Profile!

Check your SCEP Eligibility Profile!

  • Post published:24/10/2023
  • Post category:Beef/News/SCEP/Updates

Herds participating in SCEP can use the SCEP eligibility screen to check their current status as regards their 4/5 star female…

Continue ReadingCheck your SCEP Eligibility Profile!
Read more about the article Integrating Dairy & Beef Systems

Integrating Dairy & Beef Systems

  • Post published:18/10/2023
  • Post category:Beef/Dairy/Industry/News/Updates

Over the past 10 years, dairy cow numbers have increasing significantly. They have increased from 1 million in 2010 to 1.6…

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