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How to assess the liver fluke risk on your farm
Liver fluke can affect cattle of all ages, including cows, according to Animal Health Ireland (AHI). Fluke burdens can be monitored...
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No let up on falling UK cattle prices
With the market fundamentals continuing to prove unfavourable for producers and processors still exerting some downwards pressure on the market,...
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How to vaccinate spring-calving suckler herds
Vaccines can be a vital tool for controlling infectious diseases but it is important to remember that they are only one element...
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Strong demand and tight supplies continue to drive cattle trade
The cattle trade continues to be underpinned by strong demand and some further tightening in supplies, according to Bord Bia....
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Irish/UK beef price gap narrows to 45p/kg
The differential between UK and Irish beef prices has narrowed significantly in recent weeks, according to EBLEX. It says more...
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Grass tetany cases have started - know the early signs
Kyle Veterinary Clinic in Durrow, Co Laois, received its first call out of the year to a suspected grass tetany...
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Throughput falling at beef plants as cattle numbers tighten
The number of cattle coming forward for slaughter was down again last week when compared to the same week last...
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Six steps to prevent animal exposure to BVD during the breeding season
Ahead of the breeding season Animal Health Ireland (AHI) is advising that all possible steps are taken to prevent the...
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How to effectively control Johne's Disease - AHI
To effectively control Johne’s Disease it is necessary to reduce the risk of transmitting infection between animals (usually between adult...
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'Increased calf numbers drive calf feed sales'
Calf feed sales have risen by up to 20% year on year, according to Sean McGlynn, Commercial and Technical Manager...
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European farmers warn of poor prospects in EU beef sector
The EU beef market situation continues to be difficult, according to European farmers organisation Copa-Cogeca. Its Secretary-General Pekka Pesonen and Chairman of...
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Factories actively seeking cattle (numbers tight) - IFA
Factory agents are very active in the cattle market at the moment, according to the IFA. In its latest cattle...
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40 Angus bulls and heifers to go under the hammer at Gigginstown sale
Over 40 bulls and heifers will be auctioned on Saturday, April 18, from the Gigginstown herd at Fenor Farm, Mullingar....
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An evening not to be missed if your are in the suckler business
Breeding and fertility is one of the most important aspects of running an efficient suckler system, according to Teagasc. Teagasc is...
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Cull cow prices recovering across the EU
In the first three months of 2015 cow prices in the EU have started to recover, according to EBLEX. The...
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'Convenient worm control now, immunity for the future'
Using a season long wormer will both treat lung worm infestations in weanling cattle – including replacement heifers – while,...
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Pics: Sucklers top €2,410 at Castlerea dispersal sale
Plenty of buyers were on show at a dispersal sale of 52 suckler cows and calves at Castlerea Mart Roscommon...
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Northern meat processors slash beef prices by 20p/kg
The decision by meat plants in Northern Ireland to pull the price of beef over the last number of weeks...
