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Optimising early calf nutrition
As we await the arrival of an ever-superior generation of calves over the coming months, it is now worthwhile to take a closer look at early calf...
read moreCubicle Hygiene: Sanitise proves successful for Co. Tipperary farmer
Located just outside Kilfeacle, Co. Tipperary, Michael Farrell is milking a 200 Holstein Friesian spring calving herd. According to Michael, a dry,...
read moreSeason’s Greetings from Agritech
As another year comes to a close, we would like to thank our customers for your continued support. Wishing you a very Happy Christmas and a...
read morePreparing for the 2020 lactation
With most Irish dairy herds calving in the months of February and March, now is a very important time to apply some key practices that will...
read moreAgritech return to Winter Fair 2019
The Agritech team are delighted to return to the 2019 Royal Ulster Winter Fair on Thursday 12th December at the Eikon Exhibition Centre, Balmoral...
read moreWATCH: Dry cow mineral leads to improved health and immunity
The Irish dairy cow is working harder now than ever before, with longer lactations and shorter dry periods. In contrast to much of the global dairy...
read moreAgritech to host Winter Animal Health Open Day
Agritech will host a Winter Animal Health Open Day on Wednesday, October 30th on the farm of Donal Sweeney, Ballygarvan, Co. Cork, T12 F61V. The...
read morePreparing to finish beef cattle this winter
With the recent deterioration in both weather and grazing conditions, beef cattle which are intended for finishing should be housed sooner rather...
read moreBuilding Silage Stocks
With increased levels of grass growth on many farms at present, this will give an opportunity for surplus grass to be cut as autumn grass silage....
read moreMaximise the return from your autumn reseed
Grass is still the easiest crop to grow in Ireland and gives substantial benefits year after year in Irish conditions, with yields of 20 tonne DM/ha...
read moreGroQuik key to increasing herbage output
Increased stocking rates particularly on dairy farms has meant that herbage output is more critical now than ever before. The recent Teagasc...
read moreOverseeding to rejuvenate swards
Now is the time of year that grass quality is the most difficult to manage. However, those who make swift management decisions at this stage will be...
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