Over the past 5 years, Sheep Ireland has been purchasing rams for use in natural Mating on a proportion of the CPT ewes. After testing the rams, Sheep Ireland offers…
Sheep 2025 will take place on Saturday, 21st June from 10 am to 5 pm at the Teagasc Mellows Campus in Athenry, Co. Galway. It is a must-visit for anyone with an interest in…
Don’t miss out on the FBD Five-Star Ram Lamb LambPlus Classes!. A unique opportunity for farmers to see the best genetics from each breed going head-to-head. How to Enter Entries for…
Sheep Ireland invites all members of Hill Breeding Groups to participate in OviFlock. This exciting European Innovation Partnership (EIP) project will support hill sheep breeders with a €650,000 funding. The…
An Exciting Look into the Future of Sheep Farming The event is organised by a joint industry collaboration between Teagasc, Bord Bia, the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine…
With the support of Sheep Ireland and under the Green ERAHUB funding programme (DAFM), Teagasc is leading a new international project to create knowledge and infrastructure for incorporating genetic merit…
After a breeder sends the tissue samples to the lab, the genotyping process can take up to 4 weeks, unless it requires a re-testing. The Steps are as follows: Breeders…
The Sheep Ireland Elite €uroStar Multi-Breed Ram sale will take place on Saturday, August 23rd 2025 in Kilkenny Mart, Co. Kilkenny. Below is the entry criteria for the sale, as…
Checklist for Ovine or Caprine Germinal Products Importers: Importing from another EU Country? Importing from outside the EU (Third Country)? These procedures must be strictly adhered to…
The Data Quality Index (DQI) is a significant measure that ensures the highest standard of data integrity behind the €urostars. The Data Quality Index (DQI) rates flocks based on the…
With the lambing season almost ending, remember to genotype your stock rams to ensure your lambs receive their star ratings. Lambs born from a stock ram sire that is not…
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…