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Farmer Writes: the days are getting shorter and the ground is getting softer

As cattle begin to be house for winter, James Strain looks at grass performance, weight gains and why housing a little earlier can pay off.

FARMER WRITES 5 September 2026

Farmer Writes: the days are getting shorter and the ground is getting softer

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Study finds what holds back NI dairy calves

Study finds what holds back NI dairy calves

NORTHERN IRELAND 26 August 2026

Patiently waiting for spring turnout

Patiently waiting for spring turnout

FARMER WRITES 8 April 2026

Beef Quality Awards: CBV suckler finisher finalists

Beef Quality Awards: CBV suckler finisher finalists

Beef Quality Awards: CBV suckler finisher finalists

NEWS 12 November 2025

Winter feeding period critical for weight gains

Winter feeding period critical for weight gains

Winter feeding period critical for weight gains

GRASS & FEEDING 22 October 2025

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Beef management: lime, closing paddocks and silage testing

Beef management: lime, closing paddocks and silage testing

Martin Merrick details how now might be the ideal time for lime, how paddocks now need to be closed up ahead of spring grazing and silage testing for management of feed ahead of the winter months.

MANAGEMENT 1 January 1970

Superior Angus genetics paying off for AAQB suppliers

Superior Angus genetics paying off for AAQB suppliers

Three performance-recorded bulls are currently available to AAQB suppliers in NI.

NORTHERN IRELAND 1 January 1970

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Sommet de l’Élevage 2026: shaping the future of sustainable livestock farming

As livestock farming faces growing environmental, economic and generational challenges, the Sommet de l’Élevage continues to showcase practical solutions and innovations for the future of the sector.

Sommet de l’Élevage 2026: shaping the future of sustainable livestock farming