Staying Safe When Spraying
As Spring turns to Summer, tillage and crop farmers turn their attention to spraying season. Farmers may be concerned by a number of factors outside their control including changes in climate, ground conditions and availability of product. However, one area that they...
Helping Irish Farmers Take Breaks, Embrace Technology More And Add Efficiencies
A recent report published by ifac gave important insights into the lives of Irish farmers. Information in their 2021 Irish Farm Report recognises the challenges and opportunities within the Irish agricultural sector. It also states how we can support the industry...
Apply for BEEP-S and Dairy Beef Calf Programme 2021
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....
Identifying Lameness in Advance of Breeding
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...