Almost 12,000 dairy farmers have confirmed nitrogen excretion rate band through ICBF
The deadlines for farmers confirming their 2023 dairy band and an application for a nitrates derogation are fast approaching.
Almost 12,000 dairy farmers so far have confirmed their nitrogen excretion rate band through the Irish Cattle Breeding Federation portal.
Almost three-quarters of these farmers are in the middle band, resulting in an increase in their cow's nutrient excretion rate compared to last year, the Department of Agriculture said on Tuesday.
