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Read more about the article CBV in Action: Driving Beef Performance on the Conway Farm

CBV in Action: Driving Beef Performance on the Conway Farm

  • Post published:25/03/2026
  • Post category:Beef/News/Updates

For this second part of a two-part series focused on the Commercial Beef Value, Ciaran Conway, who runs a weanling-to-finishing heifer…

Continue ReadingCBV in Action: Driving Beef Performance on the Conway Farm
Read more about the article Regardless of Animal Type, the Commercial Beef Value (CBV) Consistently Delivers for Beef Finishers

Regardless of Animal Type, the Commercial Beef Value (CBV) Consistently Delivers for Beef Finishers

  • Post published:24/03/2026
  • Post category:Beef/Dairy/Industry/News/Updates

New data from over 145,000 slaughtered animals shows that top‑ranked CBV cattle return €120–€400 more per head, finish earlier, and carry…

Continue ReadingRegardless of Animal Type, the Commercial Beef Value (CBV) Consistently Delivers for Beef Finishers
Read more about the article NGP Weekly Update 24.03.26

NGP Weekly Update 24.03.26

  • Post published:24/03/2026
  • Post category:Beef/Dairy/News/NGP/Updates

Last week’s figures 57,391 calf samples were received in the lab. 38,499 calf samples were processed in the lab. The average…

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Read more about the article Data‑Driven Dairy‑Beef: How CBV Powers Performance on the McElhinney Farm

Data‑Driven Dairy‑Beef: How CBV Powers Performance on the McElhinney Farm

  • Post published:20/03/2026
  • Post category:Beef/Dairy/News/Updates

Award‑winning finisher Ryan McElhinney shows how genetics, genotyping and tight management can turn dairy‑bred calves into consistent, high‑value cattle. Left to…

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Read more about the article Unlock More Value From Your Herd’s Genotype Data With The New Genomic Results Profile

Unlock More Value From Your Herd’s Genotype Data With The New Genomic Results Profile

  • Post published:19/03/2026
  • Post category:Dairy/News/Updates

The updated Dairy Genomic Results Profile helps farmers track EBI changes, verify parentage, and identify top replacement heifers. The HerdPlus Service…

Continue ReadingUnlock More Value From Your Herd’s Genotype Data With The New Genomic Results Profile
Read more about the article NGP Weekly Update 18.03.26

NGP Weekly Update 18.03.26

  • Post published:18/03/2026
  • Post category:Beef/Dairy/Industry/News/NGP/Updates

Last week’s figures 66,542 calf samples were received in the lab. 87,989 calf samples were processed in the lab. The average…

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Read more about the article Commercial Beef Value (CBV): The Profit Difference in Your Cattle

Commercial Beef Value (CBV): The Profit Difference in Your Cattle

  • Post published:16/03/2026
  • Post category:Beef/Industry/News/Tully/Updates

The ICBF’s Research Project Co-ordinator, David Kelly, who is based in the Tully Research Centre, joins Catherine Egan, Teagasc, on the…

Continue ReadingCommercial Beef Value (CBV): The Profit Difference in Your Cattle
Read more about the article Boost Your Calf Sales This Spring: Use the CBV Catalogue to Showcase Genetic Value

Boost Your Calf Sales This Spring: Use the CBV Catalogue to Showcase Genetic Value

  • Post published:13/03/2026
  • Post category:Beef/Dairy/Industry/News/Updates

HerdPlus members can generate CBV catalogues to clearly demonstrate the genetic value of calves offered for sale. If you are selling…

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Read more about the article Strong Management and Smart Sourcing Behind Standout Dairy–Beef Performance

Strong Management and Smart Sourcing Behind Standout Dairy–Beef Performance

  • Post published:12/03/2026
  • Post category:Beef/Dairy/Industry/News/Updates

From early calf sourcing to careful finishing, John Crimmins’ system in Dunshaughlin is delivering consistent results recognised in the Beef Quality…

Continue ReadingStrong Management and Smart Sourcing Behind Standout Dairy–Beef Performance
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