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Hereford genetics delivering for Monaghan

At a recent ABP and Irish Hereford Prime farm walk in Monaghan, attendees got to see the Advantage Beef Programme in practice and were informed of the new restructured Hereford breed bonus.

BREEDING & HEALTH 22 July 2026

Hereford genetics delivering for Monaghan

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