Animal Health Ireland

27/05/2025

FRS Training, in conjunction with Teagasc, Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine and Animal Health Ireland, are delivering the Best Practice in Milking course? If you want to further develop your milking skills, this course is for you.

The course structure is simple: 2 days of learning, followed by a written and practical assessment, with support every step of the way.

Limited spaces are available for May course dates!
📍Pallaskenry, Limerick – 28 & 29 May 2025
Book Now at: https://bit.ly/43zzaVp

14/05/2025

Animal Health Ireland are currently hiring for the role of Administrative Assistant. The closing date for applications is Friday, 30th May, 2025. For more information, go to www.animalhealthireland.ie/careers

09/05/2025

Locate DBWS eligible bulls through the ICBF Animal Search & Stockbull Finder.

As part of the National Dairy Beef Welfare Scheme (DBWS) that was launched by the Department of Agriculture, Food & the Marine (DAFM) in 2024 , dairy farmers that apply to participate in the scheme are required to use high Dairy Beef Index sires to receive payment.

The aim of the scheme is to increase the beef merit of calves being produced from the dairy herd.

https://www.icbf.com/locate-dbws-eligible-bulls-through-the-icbf-animal-search-stockbull-finder/

08/05/2025

Our colleague, Michelle McGrath, is hosting this informative webinar for Dairy Women Ireland members at 8pm.

Membership exclusive – Dairy Women Ireland Webinar
"Savings for Kids’ College Fees: Investing in Your Children’s Future."

Thinking about the cost of third-level education? Join us for a practical and empowering financial planning webinar with Áine Murphy MVB QFA, Financial Consultant at FDC.

Date: Thursday, 8th May
Time: 8:00 – 9:00 PM
Online Event – Zoom link will be shared with all registered DWI members.

What to Expect:
• Expert advice on saving and investing for college fees
• Tips on long-term planning and setting achievable goals
• Q&A session to get your personal finance questions answered
• Hosted by Michelle McGrath, Dairy Women Ireland

This session is ideal for parents at any stage of the education journey.

Dairy women ireland proudly supported by
and Kerry Dairy Ireland.

01/05/2025

Our May newsletter is now available. Topics include collecting milk samples in a sterile fashion, common conditions that cause lameness and the importance of organising testing for Johne's disease early in the year. To read this month's newsletter, click here: https://bit.ly/4k4dUxD

24/04/2025

To complete Stage 1 of our CellCheck Cell Count Solutions veterinary training, click here: https://portal.animalhealthireland.ie/CCKTASAHLAC1T/

To complete Stage 2 of our CellCheck Cell Count Solutions veterinary training, click here: https://portal.animalhealthireland.ie/CCKTASAHLAC2/

16/04/2025

Do you need help investigating and resolving a niggling mastitis problem? Before it gets any bigger, sign up for a free Cell Count Solutions Consult and bring together the support that can help. To register for this free consult, click here: https://bit.ly/4lFpWiD

10/04/2025

Animal Health Ireland are delighted to announce the appointment of Patrick Donohoe as Chief Executive Officer.

To view the full press release, click here: https://bit.ly/4crlgbC

07/04/2025

The Nematodirus egg hatching forecast is now available here: https://www.gov.ie/en/press-release/d64d5-nematodirus-forecast-2025/

This forecast gives an indication on when best to treat lambs to prevent scour from Nematodirus worms in the spring. At-risk lambs should be treated approximately two weeks after the peak of Nematodirus egg hatching. This ideal treatment window should be from mid-April for most areas. White drenches (benzimidazoles) are the treatment of choice for this parasite infection.

03/04/2025

Our April newsletter is now available. This month we cover good management at weaning, free mastitis consults, preventing lameness in heifers and protecting young cattle from Johne's disease at pasture. To find out more, click here: https://bit.ly/3E5JnQv

27/03/2025

As we prepare for the breeding season, it's important to remember that purchasing bulls is a risk factor for introducing Johne's disease into your herd. For tips on reducing this risk, see our February Johne's bulletin: https://bit.ly/3Y5Y64C

21/03/2025

Our March Hoof HealthCheck bulletin focuses on white line disease and sole bruising, two of the most common hoof lesions seen when turning cattle out. To find out more about what they are and how to treat them, see our March newsletter here: https://bit.ly/3DjGknq