Reminder: Record pregnancy scanning 3 weeks before lambing
Recording pregnancy scanning is important for the litter size sub-index and also for the flock's DQI. Recording pregnancy scanning year on year also allows you to compare your scanning rate…
The National Sheep Breed Improvement Programme is ready to level up in Breeding Efficiency
Farmers across the country are set to benefit from advancements in breeding efficiency and flock performance following the latest updates shared at the Sheep Ireland Industry Meeting, held on Thursday,…
Signups for LambPlus 2026 will close next Tuesday, December 16th!
Signups for LambPlus 2026 will close on December 16th. Don't miss your chance, and be part of Sheep Ireland genetic evaluations. LambPlus is the performance recording service provided by Sheep…
CPT Natural and AI Mating 2025
In 2025, as part of the Central Progeny Testing Natural Mating and AI programme, 2,400 ewes were served at 2 CPT flocks and 8 Commercial recording flocks funded by Sheep…
LambPlus Flock Recording Notebook
Apart from the LambPlus App and the Farmer Homepage - online services, breeders can do their data recordings using this printed Flock Notebook. Afterwards, remember that all data must be…
Why is the DQI important for €urostars evaluations?
The Data Quality Index (DQI) is a significant measure that ensures the highest standard of data integrity behind the €urostars. Sheep Ireland does not publish €uroStar indexes for LambPlus breeders…
How to use the Pregnancy Report
Breeders are scored on the completion and timeliness of recording the pregnancy scans in the DQI. This report is very useful in determining the management and nutrition plan of ewes…
The Data Quality Index (DQI)
The Data Quality Index (DQI) rates LambPlus flocks based on the quality and quantity of the flock data recorded over the previous year. This index can be used to help LambPlus breeders identify…
Sheep Ireland Graduate Programme 2026 open now!
Are you passionate about the future of Irish sheep farming? Are you interested in genetics and sustainable agriculture? Join the Sheep Ireland Graduate Programme and kick-start your career in the…
Agri Business Analyst Sheep Ireland (Full Time)
Position Overview: You will play a vital role in driving innovation, sustainability, and profitability in the sheep farming sector through data-driven analysis, strategic insights, and collaborative partnerships. Your role would…
Sires must be genotyped for their offspring to receive star ratings
With the mating season ending in most flocks, remember to genotype your stock rams to ensure your lambs receive their star ratings during the next season. Sheep genomic information refers…
Check your Mating Report
As part of the LambPlus programme, breeders record a variety of key events such as: Mating, Pregnancy scanning, Lambing information, and Weights. Have you recorded your 2025 mating? If you still…