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K-State beef cattle experts discuss how genetics, health and management decisions shape a heifer's lifetime productivity.
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K-State beef cattle experts discuss how genetics, health and management decisions shape a heifer's lifetime productivity.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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.
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...
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...
Producers encouraged to prioritize retaining reproductively efficient females when making culling decisions.
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
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...
Tasmanian cattle producers now have access to a beef and dairy cattle IVF service for the first time
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...
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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