Playing calf catch-up
The recent RTÉ Investigates programme highlighting inadequacies in calf welfare, both at some marts...
Novel Research
New research, supported by the National Dairy Council (NDC) and Dairy Research Ireland, looks at the...
‘We need time’
Ireland’s 6,700 farmers who are availing of the Nitrates Derogation would require an additional 30,000...
Considerations for optimal animal health
Optimal animal health is achieved by having an evolving animal-health plan, a good relationship with...
Are your calves turnout ready?
MSD Animal Health offers some advice regarding preparation for turnout to grass
Brighter dairy days on the horizon
Bord Bia’s recent Dairy Market Seminar had some positive news for milk producers as they continue...
Dairy farmers embrace ag-tech innovation
Farming has always adopted new technologies, from the plough to the first 'SURGE' milking machine...
Ireland’s Gold Star
As Ornua’s iconic Kerrygold brand celebrates 60 years, Irish Farmers Monthly talks to John Jordan,...
Getting the basics right for successful breeding
While most farms will not kick off breeding for another few weeks, now is the ideal time to prepare...
Energy balance is essential in early lactation
Norbrook veterinary advisor, Maura Langan, explains why energy balance is essential
in early lactation,...
Preventing and reducing calf pneumonia
Ruminant and equine veterinary manager at MSD Animal Health, Sarah Higgins MVB, focuses on the importance...
Balanced is better
New research reveals our taste for a sustainable diet, but confusion could be a barrier to implementing...
Why the pre-breeding period is critical for a successful breeding season
In this article, MSD Animal Health examines why the pre-breeding period is critical for a successful...
‘The future of agriculture can be bright even in a 'VUCA' world’
When it comes to dealing with uncertainty, farmers are some of the most experienced and adept, writes...
Productive year in new zealand
The cyclone that New Zealand experienced in February caused widespread damage as well as loss of life....
Calf welfare There is no room for complacency
The continuing emphasis on animal welfare and, especially, calf care was reflected in a paper delivered...
Beat the drop
Mark Moloney, InTouch Feed Specialist at Alltech Ireland, examines how to ‘beat the drop’ when it...
Coccidiosis – impact, treatment and prevention
March can be one of the most challenging months for calf health in spring-calving dairy systems with...