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Ensuring sufficient water supply this summer
Martin Merrick
Several factors feed in to the sizing of water troughs and a clean, fresh water supply is essential for all stock types.
27 April 2024 Management
Five tips to setting up paddocks for beginners
For farmers thinking about setting up paddocks for the first time, outlined are some tips to keep in mind.
23 April 2024 News
Revenue confirms eligible items for VAT reclaim ahead of new list
During a meeting with the ICMSA on the matter, Revenue listed a number of items which will be eligible.
Five non-livestock jobs to complete before grazing starts
Before grazing starts on suckler farms, there are a few jobs to tick off first. Outlined are five such tasks.
30 March 2024 Management
Grazing infrastructure checks ahead of 2024 season
As calving begins on suckler farms and dairy herds across the country, it’s important to ensure the grazing block is properly set up prior to the grazing season commencing.
27 January 2024 Grass & feeding
Fending off the big freeze
Adam Woods takes a look at some tips and advice to keep your farm running through the current cold snap of weather the country is experiencing.
10 January 2024 Management
Five jobs to prepare sheds for spring calving
Spring calving is little over a month away for many suckler farms and thoughts should be turning to getting sheds ready in time.
25 December 2023 Management
Keeping water troughs clean indoors
Drinking troughs should be cleaned out regularly to provide fresh water for cattle.
5 December 2023 Management