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...
Farmers May Need To Adapt Their Grazing Plans Due To Weather
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...
Factors to Consider When Purchasing a Young Bull
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...
Best Practice To Help Avoid Infection On Sheep Farms
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...