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Comment: where to next for the Irish breeding programme?

Aidan Brennan takes a look at some of the key trends in dairy breeding, both nationally and globally and asks what needs to happen next.

SPRING AI 14 March 2026

Comment: where to next for the Irish breeding programme?

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Another year, another breeding season

Another year, another breeding season

SPRING AI 11 March 2026

Clover swards deliver a €170/ha higher margin

Clover swards deliver a €170/ha higher margin

SUCKLERS 8 March 2026

Mart boards to show CBV values for genotyped cattle

Mart boards to show CBV values for genotyped cattle

Mart boards to show CBV values for genotyped cattle

NEWS 6 March 2026

Focus on breeding at Newford open day

Focus on breeding at Newford open day

Focus on breeding at Newford open day

SUCKLERS 4 March 2026

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New bonus payments for Angus cattle

New bonus payments for Angus cattle

In addition to the agreed QPS base price, members can now avail of a standard bonus, genetic bonus and sustainability bonus for Angus cattle that meet set criteria.

NEWS 18 February 2026

‘Massive opportunities’ in genetics says Watson

‘Massive opportunities’ in genetics says Watson

Gary Watson from Dale Farm was among the speakers at the recent launch of Sustainable Ruminant Genetics in NI.

NORTHERN IRELAND 18 February 2026

'Big three' reach an agreement on IP calf sales

'Big three' reach an agreement on IP calf sales

The agreement means that AI companies will be able to purchase calves born from sires or dams with genetics that are IP-protected by competing AI companies.

NEWS 18 February 2026

LambPlus membership increase by 4% to 1,715 flocks

LambPlus membership increase by 4% to 1,715 flocks

The Texel breed remains the dominant breed type accounting for almost 25% of all flocks participating in the programme.

NEWS 18 February 2026

From a suckler herd to 400 milking cows for Offaly family

From a suckler herd to 400 milking cows for Offaly family

The Connolly family were new entrants in 2011 and since then they've built a herd of 400 cows in what's an inspiring story, writes Daire Cregg

MANAGEMENT 18 February 2026

Dairy, biogas, and breeding on one of Germany's most innovative farms

Dairy, biogas, and breeding on one of Germany's most innovative farms

Claire McCormack reports from Germany where she met Christoph Luepschen, a farmer who invested in a €4m AD plant.

FEATURE 18 February 2026

Farmers to profit from Bovine Genetics Project

Farmers to profit from Bovine Genetics Project

David Wright reports from the launch event for Sustainable Ruminant Genetics in NI

NORTHERN IRELAND 18 February 2026

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Advice for supporting gut health

Taking a preventative approach to scours and supplying calves with targeted health products during digestive disturbance are essential for sustained growth.

Advice for supporting gut health

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