Here we look at the latest developments in dairy equipment technology, milking systems and controlling costs.
Aidan Brennan reports from the Irish Grassland Association summer dairy tour to Laois, where a discussion took place on the merits of robots over herringbone milking parlours.
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Aidan Brennan looks at the dairy related investments that are available for funding under TAMS III and the impact of the changes to VAT rules.
The technology company has recently been acquired by GEA and can be fitted to any make or model of milking parlour.
Aidan Brennan says that the recent changes to the interpretation of the VAT rules means that many farmers will be out of pocket and investment will be postponed.
Dairy Specialist Declan Collins visits Willie and Tommy Costigan in Johnstown, Co Killkenny, to have a look at their new handling facilities.
Dairy specialist Declan Collins attends the launch of new milking equipment by MSD.
