by Jane Marks | Sep 15, 2021 | Farm Services News & Articles
With what was to be the National Ploughing Championships’ 90th year, we reflect on NCFRS’s time at the ‘Ploughing’. Originally planned for the 15th – 17th September, the 2021 Trade Exhibition will not be taking place in Ratheniska, Co Laois again this year. It is...
by Jane Marks | Sep 14, 2021 | Farm Services News & Articles
For many farms around the country, farmers have prepared or are getting ready to prepare their herds for Autumn calving. When it comes to management of the herd, there are different factors to consider to Spring calving. The farmer must switch emphasis from grazing...
by Jane Marks | Sep 2, 2021 | Farm Services News & Articles
FRS Recruitment are currently recruiting for the positions of ‘Farm Services Coordinator’ on behalf of an established farm services business in the South East Cork region. This is a full-time permanent role. This position offers the opportunity to join a...
by Jane Marks | Sep 1, 2021 | Farm Services News & Articles
A farm can be a valuable asset with farmers spending their lives protecting the land. In some cases, generations have worked and built-up the farm business to provide for their families. Current farm owners should consider creating a Will to safeguard their business...
by Jane Marks | Aug 24, 2021 | Farm Services News & Articles
For dairy and beef farmers who calve in late Spring, now is the time to plan castration for their young herd. Bulls are mainly castrated to prevent reproduction, simplify management, and in some cases, cattle are castrated to improve marbling and tenderness of the...
by Jane Marks | Aug 24, 2021 | Farm Services News & Articles
For suckler and dairy farmers who calf down in Spring, now is the time for them to think about cow pregnancy scanning. Having a cow that will produce a calf every 365 is key to the overall growth and profitability to the farm. Some farmers may decide not to pregnancy...
