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Pica in dairy cows – what is it and how best to treat it
Coinciding with poor grass growth rates and cold-stressed grass over the last number of weeks, Pica in dairy cows has been evident at farm level,...
read moreReseeding: Meath farmer benefits from higher inclusions of tetraploids
Meath farmer, Sean Roche runs a spring calving, 155-dairy herd alongside his two sons, Eamon and Jim. As a new entrant to dairy farming in 2018, the...
read moreReseeding Guide – 6 steps for success
Reseeding has many advantages and should be considered as a long-term investment, with newly reseeded swards typically lasting for at least 8–10...
read moreThe cost of not reseeding this spring
Alongside optimal soil fertility, good grazing infrastructure, and best practise grassland management, reseeding is a critical pillar in maximising...
read moreManaging the freshly calved cow
The consequences of failing to feed a freshly calved cow adequately during the first number of weeks before, and after calving, can be significant...
read moreRumen Development – Developing calves from the inside out
As new-born calves are born with undeveloped rumens, the main objective over the next few weeks and months is to implement an early feeding strategy...
read moreSuccessful calf rearing – Getting the basics right
The ultimate goal of calf rearing is to set up a heifer to achieve target weights over her lifetime in order to maximise profitability. These...
read moreFinal Preparations for Calving 2021
As we approach calving 2021 the focus should be on final preparations that will result in a spring free from any upsets, nutritional issues or...
read moreMaeve Regan appointed as new Head of Ruminant Nutrition
We are pleased to announce the appointment of Maeve Regan as Head of Ruminant Nutrition. Maeve brings a wealth of experience to the role, both...
read moreMaintaining a healthy rumen this winter
With ever tightening profit margins, especially in the beef sector, the complex area of feed efficiency is and must continue to command close...
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 moreGuide to finishing 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...
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