Mastitis in Cows – Causes, Symptoms & Treatment
If someone counted up your cows, and took €60 out of your pocket for each of them, you would be annoyed. But…
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Breeding
How Many Calves Can a Cow Have in One Pregnancy?
Every pregnancy regardless of species, is unique and important as it ultimately leads to the creation of new life. When it comes…
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Calving
Mental Health in Farming
An important topic to be discussed Mental health is a very important topic and has recently begun to be more discussed in…
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Breeding
How Long are Cows Pregnant?
Pregnancies vary from one animal to another, but in the case of cattle, how long are cows pregnant? In the case of…
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Breeding
How to Detect a Silent Heat in Cattle
Getting all of your cows in calf as soon as possible is key to a profitable cattle operation. With each missed heat…
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Breeding
Getting Prepared for Breeding Season
Breeding season will be getting underway on many Spring calving herds over the coming weeks. It is time to start getting prepared,…
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Breeding
AI for the Suckler Herd – Is it Feasible on My Farm?
There are many benefits in using artificial insemination in the suckler herd, with access to the best genetics available at a low…
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Breeding
DIY Artificial Insemination – Steps for Success
DIY insemination is a popular option for many dairy and beef farmers and offers benefits of more flexibility around timing of AI,…
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Breeding
Benefits of AI in the Suckler Herd
Figures from ICBF in Ireland show that typically only about 25% of all calves born in suckler herds are from an AI…
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Breeding
Tips to Getting a Young Bull Ready for Breeding
Here are our top tips for getting a young bull ready for the breeding season. Buy in Advance When bringing any bull…
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