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  • Building better cows
  • A taste of Fleckvieh in Co. Tipperary
  • How Fleckviehs are proving their worth in Irish dairy

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beefmagazine.com /1 month ago

Building better cows

K-State beef cattle experts discuss how genetics, health and management decisions shape a heifer's lifetime productivity.

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agriland.ie /1 month ago

A taste of Fleckvieh in Co. Tipperary

Dairy farmers are getting the opportunity this week to see how Fleckvieh dairy cows are adding value to farm systems in Ireland. Originating from Austria, Fleckvieh cows are becomi...

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agriland.ie /2 weeks ago

How Fleckviehs are proving their worth in Irish dairy

In an era of such volatility, farmers are always looking for methods to cuts costs and boost profits, but could a switch in breed type help? One farmer in Co. Tipperary swapped out...

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agriland.ie /1 week ago

Identifying problem cows mid-season

Every year problem cows surface within the herd, with mid-lactation offering a good chance to weed them out. The majority of farms typically aim for an annual replacement rate of 1...

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agriland.ie /2 weeks ago

Dairy-beef accounted for 62% of Irish beef cattle processed in 2025

Cattle originating from the dairy herd accounted for 62% of the beef cattle processed in Ireland in 2025, according to data presented at BEEF2026. The national biennial beef open d...

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brownfieldagnews.com /2 weeks ago

Beef-on-dairy breeding continues to limit dairy replacement heifer supply

A livestock economist says a shift is underway in how farmers are balancing replacement heifers with breeding more beef-on-dairy animals. Abbi Groves with CoBank tells Brownfield n...

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agriland.ie /1 month ago

Controlling replacement heifer costs while maintaining quality

As costs surge, farmers can look to streamline raising replacement cows by taking strategic steps to minimise cost while not compromising on the heifer’s health or fertility. Heife...

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agriland.ie /1 month ago

Which dairy sires have been used most in 2026 so far?

As the use of artificial insemination (AI) winds down on dairy farms, which dairy and beef sires have been used the most in 2026? The Irish Cattle Breeding Federation (ICBF), monit...

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beefcentral.com /2 weeks ago

Project aims to increase annual beef-on-dairy processing to 100,000 head by 2030

Australia’s beef-on-dairy sector is poised for rapid growth, with genetic improvement and collaborative advantages laying the groundwork for expansion, according to a new report, f...

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beefmagazine.com /1 week ago

Build cows that stay: Smarter heifer development for long-term productivity

Setting replacement heifers up for cowherd longevity is more than achieving a first pregnancy. It requires building females that remain productive within the constraints of their p...

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agriland.ie /3 weeks ago

Baileys champion dairy cow competition returns

Diageo Ireland, in partnership with its cream supplier Tirlán, has today (Thursday, June 25) announced the return of the Baileys Champion Dairy Cow competition. Celebrating the exc...

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mychamplainvalley.com /2 weeks ago

UVM researchers seek dairy farms for nurse cow study

Researchers at the University of Vermont and Penn State Extension are recruiting dairy farms for a new study examining nurse cow, or foster cow, systems on organic dairy farms.

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agriland.ie /2 weeks ago

‘Outstanding’ young dairy cow comes to fore at Newry Show 2026

A Holstein third calver was crowned the Dairy Champion at Newry Show 2026 amid the highest ever entry of cattle for the competition. Ernevale Alligator Rosina EX 92 was jointly exh...

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agriland.ie /1 month ago

Irish dairy herd grows while British hits record low

Figures from the Central Statistics Office (CSO) show that the Irish dairy herd grew last year, but it is a different story across the water in Britain. According to the CSO, the n...

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beefmagazine.com /1 month ago

Proactive herd management a must during drought

Producers encouraged to prioritize retaining reproductively efficient females when making culling decisions.

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agrifarming.in /1 month ago

Post-Milking Care for Dairy Cows: Recovery, Immune Support and Long-Term Udder Health

The period immediately after milking is critical for dairy cow management because it directly influences udder health and long-term herd productivity. Proper post-milking care for...

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agriland.ie /1 week ago

Dairy trade: Average price of £2,901 for milking heifers in UK

There is never too much dairy stock moving through marts at this time of the year, but the few that are seem to be making relatively strong prices. Gortatlea Mart in Co. Kerry held...

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agriland.ie /1 week ago

Dairy focus: 650kg MS/cow and infrastructure in Wicklow

Dermot and Adam Phibbs are milking 130 cows in Blessington, Co. Wicklow, with a strong focus on infrastructure. The Phibbs are liquid milk suppliers for Tirlán, with the herd curre...

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agriland.ie /1 month ago

Keeping on top of targets as heifers get to grass

Between breeding and field work, this week was hectic for farmers, but it is critical they do not take their eye of the ball when it comes to calves at grass. It can be easy to hal...

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agriland.ie /3 weeks ago

Watching out for summer scour as last of calves get to grass

The average farmer begins calving down on February 1 and finishes up within nine weeks, that means the last of the calves should be about 11-weeks-old by now. There may be a few st...

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brownfieldagnews.com /1 week ago

Heat stress poses long-term health risks for dairy cattle

A dairy nutritionist with Zinpro Corporation says extreme summer heat could create long-term impacts for herd health. Jeff Tikofsky says health challenges can continue after temper...

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beefcentral.com /1 month ago

Tasmania gets its first dedicated bovine IVF service

Tasmanian cattle producers now have access to a beef and dairy cattle IVF service for the first time

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beefmagazine.com /1 month ago

Finding the right cow size for your herd

K-State beef cattle veterinarians say cow size can impact herd efficiency and productivity, but determining what’s best for your herd means considering geographic location and fora...

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beefmagazine.com /1 week ago

Bovine congestive heart failure in feedlot cattle

Research shows heart scores can identify cattle at risk for congestive heart failure, with heritability estimates suggesting genetic selection tools may help.

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