Time to plan for Winter
Another winter is approaching, and now is the time for planning, in order to make informed decisions around nutritional management. Following a...
Preparation is Everything
Although it seems almost too early to admit, and it doesn’t appear to have been that long since ‘winter mode’ ended, but Winter 2024 is approaching,...
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...
Cubicle Hygiene: Sanitise proves successful for Co. Tipperary farmer
Located just outside Kilfeacle, Co. Tipperary, Michael Farrell is milking a 200 Holstein Friesian spring calving herd. According to Michael, a dry,...
Agritech to host Winter Animal Health Open Day
Agritech will host a Winter Animal Health Open Day on Wednesday, October 30th on the farm of Donal Sweeney, Ballygarvan, Co. Cork, T12 F61V. The...
Winter Housing Checklist
As we approach Christmas and the days shorten, the majority of stock are now housed for the winter months to allow grass pastures to rest...