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  • Supporting healthier, more productive dairy herds
  • Drought impact and falling cow numbers to hit GB milk production
  • How does your herd’s milk compare to the average?

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agriland.ie /3 weeks ago

Supporting healthier, more productive dairy herds

Boehringer Ingelheim Animal Health is proud to support the FBD National Dairy Show 2026 and looks forward to meeting farmers, veterinary professionals and members of the wider dair...

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agriland.ie /5 days ago

Drought impact and falling cow numbers to hit GB milk production

Low forage stocks and falling cow numbers are key factors expected to drive a decline in milk production in Great Britain (GB). Other factors include increased costs of production...

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agriland.ie /1 month ago

How does your herd’s milk compare to the average?

Now we have entered the autumn months, farms will be looking to keep milk production stable ahead of the expensive winter months. But with the spring calving lactation in its final...

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agriland.ie /1 month ago

Rethinking dry-off on a high-performing Kerry herd

For Co. Kerry dairy farmer Maurice Harty, getting the most from a high-performing cow starts with making the most of the genetics in the herd. At Ballylongane Pedigree Holstein Fri...

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agriland.ie /1 month ago

GB milking herd sees biggest decline in 5 years

The Great Britain (GB) milking herd fell 2.2% year-on-year in July, though milk deliveries increased by 3%. The latest figures released from the Agriculture and Horticulture Develo...

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agriland.ie /2 days ago

Dutch vs Irish dairy: How do they compare?

The Dutch dairy industry is well into its new reality following the loss of its nitrates derogation for the 2026 season. The nitrates derogation in the Netherlands officially finis...

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agriland.ie /2 weeks ago

Myth vs reality: Dairy performance beyond energy

Modern dairy performance depends on more than simply increasing energy and protein supply. High-producing cows face continuous nutritional, environmental, oxidative, and metabolic...

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agriland.ie /1 month ago

NDC launches new dairy campaign to address ‘generational gap’

The National Dairy Council has launched a new promotion campaign for Irish dairy, as new research has indicated there is a “generational gap” among consumers impacting Irish dairy....

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agriland.ie /2 weeks ago

Tight cattle supplies drive UK beef price increase

The beef price in Great Britain (GB) sustained an upward trend in the week to September 27, according to the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB). Livestock analys...

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agriland.ie /1 week ago

How does your herd’s EBI compare to the average?

There is a lot of talk about cashflow at the minute, but what are the main things that drive dairy farm income? The answer to that is simple, with grass and cows the biggest factor...

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agriland.ie /2 weeks ago

Top forage alternatives for the winter

The challenging growing season this summer has made it more difficult for forage supplies this winter, according to the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB). Farme...

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agriland.ie /3 days ago

Dry cow data: An early warning for the next lactation

Dairy farmers are being encouraged to analyse health and behaviour data more closely during the dry cow period. Issues at this stage can provide an early warning of potential healt...

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agriland.ie /18 hours ago

Why retailers want to know about a farm’s carbon footprint

Could a lower carbon footprint open the door to new rewards for farmers as retailers put greater value on sustainability? The retail sector is prepared to pay premium prices for da...

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agriland.ie /1 month ago

Top price of 4,000gns at Breachgorse dispersal sale

Despite 942 cases of bluetongue serotype 3 (BTV-3) confirmed in the UK during the 2026/2027 season so far, the dairy trade is still holding strong. A number of impressive sales hav...

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agriland.ie /19 hours ago

Grass-fed focus remains key for Tipperary dairy farm

This summer’s drought, and its impact on grass growth and fodder supplies, showed just how vital grass is to Irish dairy. Despite these recent challenges, grass remains at the hear...

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agriland.ie /1 week ago

Watch: How a 370-cow Thurles farm gets more milk from home-grown fodder

James Hanly’s dairy system near the Horse and Jockey, outside Thurles in Co. Tipperary, centres on making the most of home-grown feed. With approximately 370 cows calving across sp...

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agriland.ie /1 month ago

Winter feed options and their nutritional advantages

It is no secret that both fodder and cash flow are going to be tight on dairy farms across the country this year. Therefore farms must be smart about feeding the herd, ensuring the...

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agriland.ie /1 month ago

Why this farmer invests in quality milk replacer for his beef calves

For farmer Fergal Hanrahan, successful calf rearing comes down to getting the basics right from day one. Farming outside Charleville while working full-time off-farm, he purchases...

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agriland.ie /6 days ago

Red and white sale sees heifers making up to 4,600gns

A major reduction sale of red and white cows took place this week, with the sale topping out at 4,600gns. The pedigree Ayrshire and blended red and white dairy herd is run by the W...

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agriland.ie /1 week ago

What does grass-fed mean to international customers?

Bord Bia head of dairy David Kennedy explains why Ireland’s grass-fed dairy system is increasingly relevant to global customers, and how Bord Bia provides independent verification...

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agriland.ie /1 month ago

Meet the new Dairygold and Teagasc Joint Programme farmers

Dairygold and Teagasc have launched a new four-year Joint Programme to support Dairygold milk suppliers in building profitable, sustainable and resilient dairy farm businesses. The...

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agriland.ie /1 week ago

Fourth week of GB beef price gains amid supply constraints

The combined average market price of all prime-grade cattle in Great Britain (GB) rose 7p from the previous week to 635p/kg. According to the Agriculture and Horticulture Developme...

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agriland.ie /1 month ago

Building better cows from Day 1 on a Limerick dairy farm

Achieving average weaning weights of 112kg does not happen by accident. For Patrick and Valerie Sheehy, it starts with meticulous calf management, high-quality nutrition and invest...

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businessgreen.com /1 month ago

Waitrose dairy farmers 'one step ahead of the herd' with new Regenerative Farming logo

All Waitrose own-brand fresh milk to display 'Championing Regenerative Farming' label as part of efforts to highlight nature friendly farming practices

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