The Final Stretch for Freeze Branding
As this year draws to a close, we encourage farmers to book their freeze branding if they haven’t done so already. Freeze branding is suitable for diary farms but has also become popular on suckler farms too. Having an animal branded makes them easier to identify....
Attention – Overseas Job Offers
FRS is aware that false job offers are being made in writing to some overseas workers from an individual or organisation using the FRS name and a former logo. Please note the following: FRS are not currently recruiting farm workers from outside the EU as the Irish...
FRS Supports release of Irish Food book to Primary schools throughout the country
FRS Network are proud to be key partners of a new book for primary school children. The book uses poetry to help simplify the science behind Irish farming and food for health and wellbeing. Written by Dr. Vanessa Woods, the curriculum-linked book will be made...
Farmers Need To Plan Their Drying Off Period In Advance
At this time of year, most dairy herds are starting to experience a significant reduction in milk yield. Once cows are achieving a less 9 litres per day, it I time to start drying off. The purpose of the drying off period is to give lactating animals rest period. This...