Evelyn Drake

Evelyn Drake

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Irish Farmers Projected To Trade 460,000 Animals On New Free Online Service In Next 3 Years

Farmers across Ireland are projected to trade 460,000 farm animals over the next 3 years using a free online trading platform Buy & Sell by Herdwatch.

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Farm Smart: Cork Farmer Utilises Herdwatch's Free Buy & Sell Feature to Cut Costs and Reduce Stress

Innovative Cork farmer Tom Ahern, has transformed the way he buys and sells animals on his farm by leveraging the latest livestock trading service, Buy & Sell by Herdwatch. This brand new livestock

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Heat Detection Starts Now!

Breeding for Spring calving herds is due to kick off in the next few weeks. With that in mind we take a look at  heat detection and pre-breeding checks  before the season gets started. 

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Spring Calving Series - FREE Calving Checklist & Top Calving Preparation Tips

Spring calving has commenced on a lot of farms across Ireland & the UK with many farmers set for sleepless nights ahead! To help ensure you have all the equipment that may be required throughout

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Spring Calving Series - Staying Safe on the Farm

Spring calving has begun, or is about to begin across Ireland and the UK, staying safe on farm is of utmost importance. In this article we look at some of the risks that may be encountered this

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Lean Farming Principles and Spring Management.

For most farmers, Springtime is one of the busiest periods on farm.

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Spring Calving Series - Using Calf Milk Replacer vs Whole Milk

In the first of our Spring Calving Series, we look at calf milk replacer as an alternative to whole milk. We also look at the key components of a good milk replacer and their ideal inclusion rate. 

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Lambing Prep - Are You Ready For The Season Ahead?

Being well prepared is essential for a successful lambing season. We've put together some top tips to consider before the newborns arrive, including everything from getting your housing facilities

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