Place: Tully, Co Kildare

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Bid to breed cattle which are more feed-efficient and emit less methane

Breeding animals that utilise feed better and which emit less methane is the aim of a two-year research study of 300 cattle at the Irish Cattle Breeding Federation (ICBF) progeny test centre in Tully, Co Kildare.

Tue, 22 Oct, 2019

Invincible Spirit raises stud revenues

Demand for the services of one of the most-prized stallions in Irish horse breeding history was the main driver of a 56% increase in profits at the Irish National Stud in 2016.

Fri, 21 Jul, 2017

Jumping at chance for closer ties

On his visit to Britain, President Higgins will highlight the role of horses in the shared bond that has survived wars, social change and economic upheaval between the countries, reports Ray Ryan.

Mon, 07 Apr, 2014

Ring of intrigue

With the financial fate of the state’s most speculative asset, the Irish National Stud, strapped to a sinking economy, the two people best placed to turn business around could no longer work together after their affair ended with allegations of bullying, mistreatment and attempted suicide, writes Conor Ryan.

Sat, 08 Oct, 2011