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FRS Rebrands as FRS Co-Op
FRS, the multimillion euro social enterprise co-operative with operations and multiple business units located all across Ireland, has announced it is rebranding as FRS Co-Op. Headquartered in Roscrea, Co. Tipperary ...
Grass Tetany – Signs, Symptoms, Prevention & Treatment
Grass tetany, also known as ‘hypomagnesemia’, is a potentially fatal metabolic disorder in cattle caused by low levels of magnesium in the blood. It often occurs in lactating cows grazing ...
6 Reasons Why You Should Prioritise Your Herds Hoof Care Routine This Summer
Prioritising hoof care during the summer months is essential for maintaining herd well-being and maximising productivity. Here's why: 1. Preventing Heat-Related Hoof Issues: With rising temperatures, the risk of heat-related ...
New Zealand Dairy Careers and Farm Relief Services (FRS) Announce an Exciting Work Exchange Scheme for Young Dairy Farmers From New Zealand and Ireland
New Zealand Dairy Careers (NZDC) and Farm Relief Services (FRS) are thrilled to announce their collaboration to offer an Immigration New Zealand approved Work Exchange Scheme. This scheme provides opportunities ...
Top Tips for a Successful Breeding Season
Many Irish farmers are about to enter one of the most critical phases of their calendar: breeding season. For any farmer, having a good successful breeding season is essential to ...
The Importance of Knowing When to Take a Break
In Ireland, farming is considered one of the most dangerous and demanding occupations. It is both physically and mentally taxing, with statistics from the CSO stating that that farmers continue ...
FRS Training Partners with Sophie Bell to Launch Safe Tractor Driving Course for Women
Our colleagues at FRS Training have partnered with Irish farming influencer, Sophie Bell, to launch a tailored safe tractor driving course specifically designed for women. The course will provide a ...
FRS Memorial Scholarship Awarded to Mountbellew Agricultural Student
Congratulations to Alana Brigdale who was awarded the 2024 FRS Memorial Scholarship during the Teagasc Ag Colleges Challenge Day on Wednesday 14th February. Alana is a student at Mountbellew Agricultural ...
7 Ways to Reduce Stress During Calving Season
As calving season is at the early stages, now is the time to do your final checks and ensure you are correctly set up for the coming weeks. Regardless of ...
Calf House Disinfection Service
As the calving season nears, prioritize your herd's well-being with our new Calf Shed Disinfection Service available from Farm Relief Limerick. Using advanced solutions like Interkokast and Hydrated Lime, we ...
