Driving performance in beef cattle is not simply achieved by increasing feed rate, but by maximising the efficiency of nutrient utilisation in the animal. Understanding costs, accurate forage assessment and
Termonfeckin, Co. Louth – Thursday 18th June Drummonds welcomed growers and industry professionals to its annual Trial Site Open Evening in Termonfeckin on Thursday 18 June,2026 providing an excellent opportunity
At Drummonds we also have a comprehensive range of coarse and cubed feeds tailored to meet the requirements of all types of beef production and livestock rearing enterprises including grass-based
We are coming to the time of year when most calves are being let out to grass. Getting calves out to grass tends to help reduce the workload on farmers,
Winter Barley Across the northeast of Ireland, Winter Barley crops are progressing well where they survived the extremely wet winter. Plenty of bare patches in fields but the crops that
We will be hosting an open evening at our Trial Site in Termonfeckin on Thursday 18th June. On display will be: Thursday 18th June 2026 at 7pm. Termonfeckin, Co. Louth,
Crop Walking The importance of continuous, detailed assessment of crops on a field-to-field basis is vital. Plant counts are a key tool in determining the potential yield of each crop.
Navan & CloneeThursday 19th March Mullingar & DromoneFriday 20th March Refreshments available Open to 7pm
The transition period – defined as the 21 days before and after calving. This is a critical 42-day window that can make or break the success of a dairy cow’s
Cover Crops There are numerous soil, crop, and environmental advantages to including cover crops into your cropping rotation. In addition to decreasing nutrient losses, soil erosion and soil compaction, cover