Time to review your autumn suckler calving plans

At this time of year, most suckler cows will calve cows while outdoors. Take care, though, that you have everything ready just in case, writes ruminant nutritionist Brian Reidy.

At this time of year, most suckler cows will calve cows while outdoors. Take care, though, that you have everything ready just in case, writes ruminant nutritionist Brian Reidy.

As we head into August and the evenings begin to close in, the autumn suckler herd will soon start calving.

The suckler cow continues to take a bashing from the government, our advisory services and elements of the press. Decision makers really need to be honest on policy proposals towards a vital element of the rural economy of Ireland.