Key considerations for silage harvesting
Silage harvesting is a major cost on Irish farms, therefore it is most important that the desired level of quality is achieved. Dry Matter...
Reseeding: Meath farmer benefits from higher inclusions of tetraploids
Meath farmer, Sean Roche runs a spring calving, 155-dairy herd alongside his two sons, Eamon and Jim. As a new entrant to dairy farming in 2018, the...
The cost of not reseeding this spring
Alongside optimal soil fertility, good grazing infrastructure, and best practise grassland management, reseeding is a critical pillar in maximising...
Managing the freshly calved cow
The consequences of failing to feed a freshly calved cow adequately during the first number of weeks before, and after calving, can be significant...
Rumen Development – Developing calves from the inside out
As new-born calves are born with undeveloped rumens, the main objective over the next few weeks and months is to implement an early feeding strategy...
Final Preparations for Calving 2021
As we approach calving 2021 the focus should be on final preparations that will result in a spring free from any upsets, nutritional issues or...
Maeve Regan appointed as new Head of Ruminant Nutrition
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Maeve Regan as Head of Ruminant Nutrition. Maeve brings a wealth of experience to the role, both...
Maintaining a healthy rumen this winter
With ever tightening profit margins, especially in the beef sector, the complex area of feed efficiency is and must continue to command close...
WATCH: Dry cow mineral leads to improved health and immunity
The Irish dairy cow is working harder now than ever before, with longer lactations and shorter dry periods. In contrast to much of the global dairy...
Guide to finishing beef cattle this winter
With the recent deterioration in both weather and grazing conditions, beef cattle which are intended for finishing should be housed sooner rather...
Don’t let your reseeding plans pass you by this autumn
With ground conditions finally favourable and excellent grass growth levels, now is an ideal time to take the opportunity to reseed. The...
Win a Honda quad worth over €11,000!
Fancy walking away with the all new Honda TRX Quad Bike? The prize: Honda TRX 520 FE2 is an all new 2020 model with electric gear change,...