An update from the Derrypatrick herd

Peter Doyle, Teagasc Research Officer in Teagasc Grange, joins Catherine Egan on this week's Beef Edge podcast to give an update on the Derrypatrick herd.

Reviewing this spring's calving and breeding seasons, Peter explained that the pre-breeding scan was worthwhile this year, as it helped resolve any issues before they arose. Peter also discussed the traits that sires were selected on and what sires were used.

Being the wettest July on record, Peter dwelled on the impact this has had on performance and getting second-cut silage harvested. With a lot of clover sown this year, Peter explained how he went about over-sowing it. He also outlined all the areas of focus for the coming month in advance of weaning.

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