Irish Cattle Breeding Federation (ICBF)
The Irish Cattle Breeding Federation (ICBF) plays a significant role in the Irish dairy industry. It is dedicated to providing a suite of services that are crucial for dairy farmers throughout Ireland. The federation's initiatives are designed to assist farmers in improving the efficiency and productivity of their dairy operations.
Important Events
One of the notable initiatives by the ICBF is the launch of a platform on its website that enables dairy farmers to confirm their Dairy Band for the year 2026. This platform is an essential tool for farmers, allowing them to manage their herd's dairy cow band effectively, which is a critical factor in optimizing dairy production.
Company Plans
The ICBF offers farmers the option to opt-in for the recognition of managing crude protein in concentrates fed to cows in the previous year. This option is aimed at providing farmers with the necessary tools to optimize feed management, thereby improving the overall efficiency in dairy production.
The platform has seen significant usage, with a total of 11,992 nitrogen excretion rate bands declared. The distribution of herds across these bands is as follows: 2,155 herds in the lowest band of 80kg N/cow for yields less than 4,500kg, 8,482 herds in the middle band of 92kg N/cow for yields between 4,500-6,500kg, and 1,355 herds in the highest band of 106kg N/cow for yields over 6,500kg.
Modified: 2026/06/01