N.Ireland
AI-bred dropped calves continue to secure premium price
While the outlook for beef is set to remain strong, buyers of dropped calves remain very discerning in their choice....
AI breeding
Beef
Jaegerbomb owner to hold herd dispersal sale
The herd which was at the centre of Ballinloan Jaegerbomb saga has announced its decision to hold a dispersal sale...
Agri-Business
SRUC launches ‘crash course’ in animal breeding science
World-leading livestock scientists will next month deliver a ‘crash course’ in the latest animal breeding technologies at SRUC. Delivered by...
Agri-Business
New licensing procedures introduced for NI imports of British semen
Northern Ireland’s Department of Agriculture has announced it will introduce new licensing procedures for importing bovine semen into the region...
Beef
Society advises against Jaegerbomb semen use following DNA doubts
The UK’s Limousin society has advised members not to buy or use Ballinloan Jaegerbomb semen following doubts over the champion...
Dairy
The parent trap: Inaccurate records stalling Irish breeding progress
Investing in genetics is one of the most important decisions a farmer can make, but much of the good work...
Beef
Dairy farmers aiming to increase cash flow with the use of beef AI sires
Dairy farmers are looking to increase cash flow in the spring time by getting the most value for their calves...
Agri-Business
It's official, increased use of beef bulls on dairy herds
The number of calves sired by beef AI bulls in dairy herds last year increased by 39%, an increase of over 11,000...
