Pregnancy

Feeding levels need to be precise

Outwintered ewes are particularly at risk of losing body condition given recent harsh weather and require sufficient feeding

LAMBING 4 February 2026

Feeding levels need to be precise

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Time to scan spring-calving suckler cows

Time to scan spring-calving suckler cows

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NI vet expecting fewer Schmallenberg cases

NI vet expecting fewer Schmallenberg cases

NI vet expecting fewer Schmallenberg cases

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Heifer scanning results are in on Tullamore farm

Heifer scanning results are in on Tullamore farm

Heifer scanning results are in on Tullamore farm

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Vet warns spring calvers about Schmallenberg risk

Vet warns spring calvers about Schmallenberg risk

Early lambing sheep flocks across Northern Ireland experienced a sharp rise in abortions and malformations due to the virus.

NORTHERN IRELAND 1 January 1970

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Strong cow health after calving – the key to a successful breeding season

The weeks after calving are one of the most critical periods in the dairy year. Cow health during this post-calving phase has a direct impact on milk yield, fertility and overall herd performance.

Strong cow health after calving – the key to a successful breeding season