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Ticks may be small, but they can pose a big threat for both livestock and humans. With their activity peaking from April to July, and even lingering into the autumn, it’s essential for farmers to stay ‘tick aware’ as the weather warms up. Understanding Ticks Ticks are blood-sucking parasites that can latch onto any animal, […]
As part of the Sustainable and Climate-Resilient Agriculture Programme (SCEP), participants are required to complete a mandatory online training course covering programme actions and animal handling. The deadline for completion is November 15, 2024, and failure to meet this requirement will result in participants becoming ineligible for the programme, and any funds previously received will […]
Nicole Keohane and her grandmother Anne, dairy farmers from Cork, exemplifies how the Herdwatch app's Nitrates Calculator can be an invaluable tool in managing nitrogen levels and ensuring compliance with environmental standards.
Irish agriculture is at a crucial juncture as it grapples with the ongoing nitrates situation, a challenge that has significant implications for farmers and the environment. Understanding nitrates, their regulations, and how to effectively manage them is essential for sustainable farming practices. This blog post will delve into what nitrates are, the legal requirements surrounding […]
Measuring and recording the weight of lambs is crucial for tracking your flocks performance. Below are three key reasons why you should be weighing your ewes and lambs frequently: Automated Insights by Herdwatch Click here, for more information on Weigh Head / EID integration.
Managing suckler cows during the breeding season is incredibly important to maximise farm output.This crucial period is the backbone of your farm’s productivity, and proper preparation can make all the difference. To help you gear up, we have compiled some essential tips to ensure a smooth and successful breeding season: 1.Monitor Body Condition Score (BCS) […]
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In the discourse surrounding climate change and sustainability, the focus often falls on direct emissions from industries such as energy production and transportation. However, in the realm of agriculture, there's a significant but less discussed aspect of emissions known as Scope 3 emissions.
Autumn calving can bring about its own set of challenges and opportunities for farmers, now is the time to plan ahead to ensure a successful calving season
Explore how Nicola Wordie, a young farming Instagram star, uses technology to enhance flock performance & fostering transparency between farmers and consumers.
Explore how Nicola Wordie, a young farming Instagram star, uses technology to enhance flock performance & fostering transparency between farmers and consumers.
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.
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.
In the last number of years, the Lean principles from the automotive industry have made their way into other industries including agriculture. In this article we will look at the principles of lean farming and how they can be applied to your farm this Spring.
22 year old dairy farmer Finnian Walsh has taken the social media platform TikTok by storm sharing farming content to the world and amassing over 110,000 followers along the way!
22 year old county Limerick dairy farmer Finnian Walsh has taken the social media platform TikTok by storm sharing farming content to the world and amassing over 110,000 followers along the way!
Herdwatch just makes getting paperwork ready for farm inspections so easy with what took hours previously now done in minutes, if not less.
Herdwatch just makes getting paperwork ready for farm inspections so easy with what took hours previously now done in minutes, if not less.
The pandemic has made many industries re-evaluate their current practices. Given how social distancing is a key public health response during this time, there has been a massive office exodus, with organisations of all sizes transitioning from their usual work setup to a remote environment.
The Herdwatch brand identity is evolving along with our app and platform. We take you behind the scenes of our decision-making and design process.