by Jane Marks | Jun 15, 2021 | Farm Services News & Articles
Summer mastitis is most common from June to mid – September. Weather conditions mean some years it is more prevalent than others, however, farmers must still watch out for symptoms and treat it as soon as possible. Summer mastitis is a bacterial infection that is most...
by Jane Marks | Jun 15, 2021 | Farm Services News & Articles
After over 40 years at the Helm,our CEO of FRS Network, Peter Byrne, is to retire early next year. With Peter serving as the first manager, the National Co-Op Farm Relief Service (NCFRS) organisation was established in 1980 as the umbrella body for FRS Co-ops. Before...
by Jane Marks | Jun 8, 2021 | Farm Services News & Articles
Stress is an important factor to be aware of in the agricultural industry. Farmers and contractors can control many elements of their daily tasks including start times, jobs to complete and processes. However, there are many elements that they cannot control such as...
by Jane Marks | Jun 1, 2021 | Farm Services News & Articles
As part of FRS Network, FRS Farm Relief are delighted to be supporting the community of Roscrea by sponsoring the upkeep of the Templemore Road Roundabout for the next 5 years. As part of the ‘Roundabout Sponsorship Scheme’, with the Tipperary County Council, FRS will...
by Jane Marks | May 27, 2021 | Farm Services News & Articles
As we come into the Summer months, the old saying ‘a wet and windy May fills the haggard with corn and hay’ comes to mind. And with multiple changes in the weather recently this saying may come good on its promises for crops, but farmers must also take into...
by Jane Marks | May 18, 2021 | Farm Services News & Articles
As peak milking time approaches, it is important to have the parlour in good working order. Farmers must ensure their systems are prepared to accommodate milking the full herd. This includes regular checks, cleaning, servicing, and having necessary staffing needs in...
