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Focus should be turning to 2024 breeding
Darren Carty
A challenging year has left many flocks requiring significant attention to provide the foundation for positive reproductive performance.
24 July 2024 Sheep breeding
The SIS genotyped ram action – year two questions
With in excess of 7,600 farmers required to purchase a genotyped ram in 2024, we caught up with Sheep Ireland’s Seán Godfrey, to get the latest on the scheme.
10 July 2024 Pedigree
Pedigree Breeders Council has elected new chairman
Adam Woods has news of a new chairman at the pedigree breeders council.
Rain fails to dampen spirits in Charleville
The beef section of the Charleville Agricultural Show this year saw over 250 entries across the various breeds, with the Munster Hereford breeders holding their clumb championship on the day.
3 July 2024 Pedigree
Camera at the Mart: average of €1,600 at Clonganhue dairy dispersal sale
There was a solid trade for larger-framed pedigree cows, with 30 cows topping the €2,000 mark and another 42 cows selling between €1,700 and €2,000.
26 June 2024 Markets
Baileys red ladies set amazing new record
Shanon Kinahan reports on the incredible Baileys Limousin online timed auction
5 June 2024 Pedigree
Angus youth team selected to compete at World Angus Forum
This is an incredible opportunity for the youngsters and for all young Angus enthusiasts around the world
5 June 2024 Pedigree
Baileys bound for success at Limousin timed auction
Shanon Kinahan has all the details you need on the upcoming Baileys Red Ladies Limousin sale.
30 May 2024 Pedigree
Rockvalley rocks Rising Stars Calf Show
Shanon Kinahan reports from the North Eastern Rising Stars Charolais Calf Show where Rockvalley Udaya took the plaudits
29 May 2024 Pedigree
All roads lead to Dundalk Show for biggest sheep showing event of the year
Shanon Kinahan has the details of the upcoming all-Irelands at Dundalk Show.
29 May 2024 Pedigree
In pictures: Midleton Show champions
Shanon Kinahan takes a look back at some of the highlights from the 2024 Midleton Show.
27 May 2024 Pedigree
In pictures: double trouble as Limousins scoop junior and senior titles
As the curtains close on day three of the 155th Balmoral Show, Shanon Kinahan once again takes a look back on the highlights from around the cattle lawns.
17 May 2024 Pedigree