by Jane Marks | Apr 13, 2021 | Farm Services News & Articles
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) recently launched the 2021 Beef Environmental Efficiency Pilot – Suckler (BEEP-S) scheme under the new Beef Sector Efficiency Pilot. This scheme also sees the addition of a new €5m dairy beef calf programme....
by Jane Marks | Apr 8, 2021 | Farm Services News & Articles
With the breeding season fast approaching, now is the time for farmers to ensure that their cows are ready for the weeks ahead. Farmers must set farm targets and keeping an eye on Body Score Conditioning. They also must also turn their attention to hoof care and...
by Jane Marks | Apr 2, 2021 | Farm Services News & Articles
As Spring calving comes to an end, farmers now need to turn their attention to the upcoming breeding season. With the majority of Irish dairy farmers looking to calve down next February, it is important to start planning and preparations now. It is key that all farms...
by Jane Marks | Mar 18, 2021 | Farm Services News & Articles
In order to meet first-grazing targets (30% grazed by 1st March), many farmers strive to make the most out of early grass. However, due to a number of weeks of inclement weather conditions, the majority of farmers have struggled to reach this. Ground conditions vary...
by Jane Marks | Mar 15, 2021 | Farm Services News & Articles
For many Irish farms, breeding season is coming up in the next few weeks. Farmers must consider their herd size and production goals when selecting an effective method of breeding for their farm. Now is the time for farmers to prepare in advance. Make any necessary...
by Jane Marks | Mar 10, 2021 | Farm Services News & Articles
With Springtime farm activity at its peak, sheep farmers across Ireland are busy lambing and moving flocks out to grass. At this time of year farmers and farm staff are handling animals a lot more. It is important to be aware that all animals carry a range of...
