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National Dairy Show returns to Millstreet this October
Shanon Kinahan
Shanon Kinahan previews the upcoming and highly anticipated National Dairy Show set to take place on 13 and 14 October.
13 September 2023 Northern Ireland
Breeding for yield and high milk solids in Co Antrim
The Hollybank herd of pedigree Holstein cows is breeding high yielding cows that produce over 11,000 litres and almost 900kg of milk solids annually. Kieran Mailey reports.
9 August 2023 Dealer
New record for cow’s lifetime lactation
The Dealer was impressed with the milky genes of one Canadian cow, with a new global lactation record claimed.
Another YMA calf show success
Shanon Kinahan reports from another highly successful YMA calf show which was held in Kilkenny Mart last week over two days.
2 August 2023 Pedigree
Entries climb in dairy section at National Livestock Show
Shanon Kinahan previews what’s coming up in the dairy section at this year's FBD National Livestock Show.
2 August 2023 Pedigree
Agri jobs: assistant manager required for a large dairy farm in Meath
This week, the Irish Farmers Journal has complied a range of jobs on dairy farms across the country.
22 July 2023 News
Crowds herd in for Ballyclider Herd open day
Shanon Kinahan attended the IHFA national open day last Tuesday, at the Ballyclider herd family farm in Portlaoise.
19 July 2023 Pedigree
Farmer Writes: bulls and breeding at Holstein Friesian conference
Last week, we were fortunate to be able to attend the Holstein Friesian conference and AGM, writes Joe Collingborn.
16 July 2023 Farmer Writes
Watch: a week like no other for Irish exhibitors
Shanon Kinahan takes a look back on a remarkable week for Irish exhibitors at the 154th Balmoral Show.
13 May 2023 Pedigree
Watch: Live from the ringside at Balmoral Show day three
Here is what you can expect from Balmoral Show on day three over at www.farmersjournal.ie.
12 May 2023 Pedigree
Patricia takes poll position at the IHFA Emerald Expo
Shane Dobson reports from the annual Emerald Expo in Virginia Showgrounds on Saturday.
3 May 2023 Pedigree
Wexford winners at the Emerald Expo 2023
Shane Dobson reports from the annual Emerald Expo in Virginia showgrounds on Saturday.
30 April 2023 Breeding & health