ICBF Dairy Breeding & Genetics Conference 2024
The ICBF Dairy Breeding & Genetics Conference will take place on Wednesday, the 11th of December, at Corrin Mart, Fermoy, Co.…
November Evaluation Now Live
The November 2024 evaluation figures are now available for all dairy and beef animals. The ICBF Animal Search, Active Bull Lists…
Interpreting EBI for Genetic Advancement
The Economic Breeding Index (EBI) has transformed dairy breeding in Ireland since its introduction in 2001. EBI is a tool used…
NEW ICBF Nitrates Calculator Goes Live!
Earlier in 2024, DAFM announced proposed animal organic nitrogen excretion changes as outlined to the Agriculture Water Quality Working Group in…
ICBF to Release Final 2024 Genetic Evaluation and Announce System Upgrades for 2025
The Irish Cattle Breeding Federation (ICBF) will publish its final Genetic Evaluation of 2024 on November 26th, marking the sixth and…
Why is it important to record health and temperament?
Every herd owner has a role to play in contributing vital information to the national cattle breeding database. Recording data may…
Tools to Enhance Genetic Progress on Irish Farms
When it comes to breeding the next generation of female replacements on Irish dairy farms, it’s important dairy farmers have a…
Gene Ireland and Genomics Accelerating Genetic Gain
The Economic Breeding Index (EBI) was introduced in 2002 as an overall profit index for ranking animals based on future dairy…
19% of SCEP herds still to record weights for 2024
SCEP weighing deadline is fast approaching! Weighing is a core action under the Suckler Carbon Efficiency Programme (SCEP), making up to…