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Dennis Howard was joined by Elaine Dennehy and Alan Twomey on this webinar, where they looked at two tools available to help farmers better understand and manage SCC. Elaine Dennehy explained how Genocells can help identify the individual cows contributing to high bulk tank SCC, giving farmers valuable information to help get to the source of an SCC problem. Alan Twomey will discussed our new High SCC Cows – Probability of Future Cure report, which uses age, SCC history and time of year to indicate the likelihood of a high SCC cow returning to a low SCC in future tests.

Raymond Ryan, Dairygold Milk Advisor spoke to Stuart Childs recently on The Dairy Edge Podcast about Milk Recording, Genocells and a new SCC Probability Report that's coming soon to Munster Bovine customers. For the full episode go to The Dairy Edge Podcast.

James Skehan was recently on The Beef Edge discussing his breeding programme and his AI synchronisation planning. For the full podcast go to The Beef Edge Podcast.

Dennis Howard hosted Ger Cusack and Ned Dunphy from Greenway AgriTraining in this webinar focused on Summer Lameness Management. During the webinar, we covered: 🐄 Understanding the causes of Mechanical lameness 📈 The impact of good mobility on herd performance and longevity 🎓 An overview of Greenway AgriTraining's lameness training programmes and how they can support farmers in improving hoof health and cow welfare 👣 Sound Cow Innovation Programme (SCIP), a pilot initiative with AHI involving 10 commercial dairy farms in Munster and the Midlands

Elaine Dennehy spoke about the Herd Health Programme and was joined by special guest Catherine McAloon (UCD) who shared expert insights on: ✔️ Recognising the signs and symptoms of Mycoplasma ✔️ Understanding the risks to your herd ✔️ Prevention and management strategies for Summer Scour Syndrome ✔️ What farmers should be watching for this summer

Hosted by Dennis Howard, with expert insights from: Stuart Childs (Teagasc) – shared his farm background, breeding approach, and how he manages fertility on his system, Mike Kenneally (Munster Bovine AI Technician) – discussed the importance of working closely with your AI technician to achieve strong results & Tom Baker (Commercial Sales Manager, Munster Bovine) – provided guidance on bull selection for the upcoming breeding season

Elaine Dennehy hosted an informative webinar where she and Rosarii O'Connor covered everything you need to know about Milk Recording and why it’s such an important tool for herd management.

During the session Elaine & Rosarii discussed: The benefits of Milk Recording for herd performance and decision-making. Troubleshooting common issues farmers encounter. Using FarmOps to access and understand your Milk Recording results and SCC data directly through the app.

Call the Milk Recording team on 022 43228 if you have any further questions.

Hosted by Martin Kavanagh, the session brought together expert insights to help farmers understand the current situation and how best to prepare. Conor McAloon (UCD School of Veterinary Medicine) provided a clear update on the national bluetongue situation, outlining the current risk, how the virus spreads, and what farmers should be aware of as breeding approaches. Dr. Doreen Corridan (CEO, NCBC) explained the responsible measures being taken within the bull studs, highlighting the steps in place to protect genetics, maintain biosecurity, and safeguard the breeding supply chain. The webinar focused on answering farmer questions and providing practical guidance on protecting herds, understanding the risks, and preparing for the upcoming breeding season. Thanks again to our speakers and everyone who took the time to attend and engage in the discussion.

Join Denis O’Leary and Elaine Dennehy as they walk through the key FarmOps modules and show how the system works on real farms. In this short pre-recorded session, they cover: Calf registrations made simple, Recording animal movements with confidence, Logging health events quickly and accurately. Whether you’re new to FarmOps or want to make better use of its features, this webinar gives a clear, practical overview of how everything connects in one easy-to-use system. Call/WhatsApp our FarmOps Team on 087 490 0207 if you've any queries!

Munster Bovine Geneticist Alan Twomey hosted an informative session on how dairy farmers can increase the value of their beef calves by making more informed breeding decisions. Nicky Byrne (Teagasc) explained how using higher Commercial Beef Value (CBV) sires leads to: • Heavier, more profitable calves • Better beef performance and stronger mart demand • Improved overall returns from non‑replacement calves Rose Goulding (NCBC) provided practical guidance on cow and bull selection, including: • Identifying which cows are most suited to beef sires • Choosing bulls that align with your farm system, calving targets, and market goals • Balancing calving ease with the potential for higher-value progeny

Cathal Doyle from Warrendale Wagyu Ireland gives an overview of the Wagyu Ireland Programme. Stephen Shannon from Munster Bovine showcased Munster Bulls and gives you insights into Sire Selection. Ciaran O’Sullivan from MSD Animal Health discusses SenseHub Collar Technology. Hosted by Tom Baker, Munster Bovine Commercial Sales Manager

In this session Tommy Heffernan looks at calf rearing through a practical, on-farm lens, focusing on what actually drives growth, health and resilience in the first weeks of life. Rather than firefighting, he steps back and looks at the system as a whole – the calf itself, the environment it’s reared in, and the daily routines that either support or undermine performance. Hosted by Dennis Howard.

In this session Dr. Fíona Dunne & Tom Baker from Munster Bovine discussed the new Spring Dairy Catalogue 2026 Key Take Aways: 2026 Spring Catalogue Preview​ ICBF Base Change - how it impacts your breeding decisions​ ICBF – Other Improvements​, Catalogue Explainers​, Dairy Panels and Top Ranking Sires​​. To place your order today, contact your local FRM / Sales Advisor, Breeding Advisor, or AI Technician. Or call 022 43228 

Whether you’re planning breeding or looking for practical herd health strategies, this webinar is a must for all suckler farmers. Webinar Highlights: Synchronisation & Suckler Health Tips – Dennis Howard covered key strategies. Sire Selection & New Suckler Catalogue – Rose Goulding, NCBC, guides you through the latest catalogue and provided practical sire advice for your herd. Hosted by Alan Twomey of Munster Bovine. To place your order today, contact your local FRM / Sales Advisor, Breeding Advisor, or AI Technician. Or call 022 43228 

Get your herd set up for a successful dry period and smooth transition into next season! Hosted by Maeve Keane, featuring: Dennis Howard, Munster Bovine and Coleman Purcell, Dairygold Nutritionist We covered: Key components of an effective dry cow and transition cow diet and Dosing & vaccination planning over winter. Poll Results: Do you blanket dose all cows for worms during the dry period? 75% yes 25% no Do you feel that you can body condition score your cows reasonably accurately? 71% yes 29% no Do you test your silage that’s going to be fed to dry cows? 62% yes 38% no.

During this session, we explored practical and evidence-based approaches to Selective Dry Cow Therapy (SDCT) and how to make the best decisions for your herd. Elaine Dennehy discussed: How Genocells provides valuable insights to support confident decisions around Selective Dry Cow Therapy (SDCT). How to use the Dry Off Planner on FarmOps to identify cows suitable for SDCT. Best practice tips for drying off successfully and safely. We were also joined by special guest Gillian O'Sullivan, a farmer and a vet, who shared her experiences and insights on implementing SDCT effectively on her own farm. Hosted by Dennis Howard.

Elaine Dennehy & Dennis Howard discuss the different tests involved in Munster Bovine's Herd Health Programme. Call the team on 022 43228 if you're interested in signing up for this year's Herd Health Programme.

Elaine Dennehy starts by discussing the Herd Health Programme and the new Digital Dermatitis Test. Ger Cusack from Comeragh Vets discusses lameness and what actions to take on farm.

A very simple guide here from Martin Kavanagh & Dennis Howard about how to monitor the Body Condition Score of your herd and what measures can be taken from a nutrition point of view to ensure the best results this breeding season.

Ensure you get your cows in calf for Feb 2024 calving. In this short clip Dennis Howard and Martin Kavanagh discuss how to tackle those cows calved 35 days not bred. Talk to you vet today about a Synchronisation Programme- All bred in 10 days.

Webinar Recording 2nd May.

Munster Bovine's John Tobin, Sales & Advisory Manager joined by the following panelists: Rose Goulding, Beef Programme Manager with NCBC, Stephen Connolly, Agric Sustainability Manager for Ireland and Poland at ABP Food and Shane Leane, Technical Sales Manager with Progressive Genetics for a webinar to discuss the topic of "How to Create Demand for Your Beef Calves in 2024"

Dennis Howard talks to John O'Connor - C103 Farmtalk on simple rules of thumb to ensure the best results with Sexed for 2023 Breeding season.

John Tobin, Sales & Advisory Manager joined by Dr. Fíona Dunne, Dairy & Beef Programme Manager and Dennis Howard, Technical Manager for what was a very informative session that discussed the role of sexed this breeding season.

Fíona gave a fantastic overview of our top Sexed bulls that are available from Munster this year. Dennis Howard spoke on how best to select cows for sexed and outlined the best protocols for use to ensure the best results.