It is possible to save data to and retrieve data from the ICBF database using text messaging. For example, to record the dry off of cows with Freeze brands 127 and 645 in your herd, simply text the following message to 089 4577663 (more…)
The following is a list of frequently asked questions (FAQ’s) in relation to the Beef Environmental Efficiency Pilot (BEEP). (more…)
The following is a list of the most popular beef AI sires in dairy herds in 2018 (more…)
The following is a list of the most popular dairy AI sires in dairy herds in 2018 (more…)
The July 2019 evaluation figures are now available for all dairy and beef animals. The ICBF Animal Search, Active Bull Lists and Stock Bull Finder have all been updated. (more…)
Genomics is the study of DNA and has been incorporated into dairy genetic evaluations in Ireland since Spring 2009. Genomics will accurately identify the genetically superior candidate parents of the next generation. (more…)
The following is a list of the 10 AI Sires with the most number of total pedigree registered progeny in Ireland for the ‘Limousin’ breed. (more…)
Tuesday 16th July at 2pm will see a farm walk held on the farm of Niall O’Meara, Killimor, Co. Galway (Eircode H53 PX96). Niall was the inaugural winner of the FBD Euro-Star €200 competition. (more…)
There are 4 factors that will both contribute to what ‘Calving Interval’ index figure your bull starts out with and also how it changes over time.1. Backpedigree, 2. Genotype, 3. Foreign Data, 4. Irish Data (more…)