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Spring calving 68% complete in Munster, FRS survey finds
James Hanly
The survey also revealed no major animal health issues, although, operators in West Cork noted that cases of Schmallenberg virus (SBV) have increased this spring.
5 February 2025 Management
Sheep management: ewe nutrition, colostrum and schmallenberg virus
Ewe nutrition in late gestation has a profound effect on lamb birth weights, colostrum quality and yield and ewe mothering ability.
3 February 2025 News
Farmers urged to report suspected cases of Schmallenberg
Schmallenberg was first recognised in Germany and the Netherlands during the summer of 2011.
Sheep management: Schmallenberg virus, SIS inspections and sheep census
Reports indicate a greater incidence of Schmallenberg virus in early lambing flocks ranging from sporadic cases to significant mortality.
22 January 2025 Management
12 cattle herds identified with Schmallenberg in 2024
The first case of Schmallenberg was diagnosed in Ireland in October 2012.
19 January 2025 News
Sheep Management: marketing cull ewes, important dates and abortion caution
With upwards of €20 difference in the value of ewes between different market outlets, it is important to weigh up all your options to secure optimum returns.
15 January 2025 Markets