Commercial Beef Value (CBV): The Profit Difference in Your Cattle
The ICBF’s Research Project Co-ordinator, David Kelly, who is based in the Tully Research Centre, joins Catherine Egan, Teagasc, on the…
The ICBF’s Research Project Co-ordinator, David Kelly, who is based in the Tully Research Centre, joins Catherine Egan, Teagasc, on the…
HerdPlus members can generate CBV catalogues to clearly demonstrate the genetic value of calves offered for sale. If you are selling…
From early calf sourcing to careful finishing, John Crimmins’ system in Dunshaughlin is delivering consistent results recognised in the Beef Quality…
The Irish Cattle Breeding Federation (ICBF) is pleased to announce the launch of Sire Advice on the HerdPlus mobile app, giving…
Selective breeding, tight management, and disciplined weighing put the Kavanaghs at the forefront of top‑quality beef production. (L-R) Rebecca Kehoe, FBD,…
Today, March 6th, ICBF has announced taking an important step to improve the visibility of genetic information on mart boards. From today, the Commercial Beef Value (CBV) will be shown for…
To date in 2026, 426,950 calf samples have been received into the Genotyping Lab - an increase of 20% on this…
Balanced EBI (€122, top‑40%), targeted sexed semen and disciplined feeding align calf output with finishing efficiency on a family‑run, multi‑enterprise system…
The latest Dairy Trend Report is now online for all Dairy HerdPlus members. This report gives farmers a clear view of…