SRG was delighted to attend the Greenmount Association Autumn Farm Walk on Wednesday 16th September, held at Kilvergan Holsteins, kindly hosted by the Haffey family.
The event brought together members, past students and farmers for a visit to one of Northern Ireland’s leading dairy herds. It provided a great opportunity to learn more about the farm, its development and its approach to modern dairy production.
The day included a tour of Kilvergan Holsteins and also featured a veterinary talk on calf pneumonia, alongside a presentation from Lely on the robotic milking systems installed at Kilvergan Holsteins.
Discussing the Bovine Genetics Project
Throughout the day, the SRG team spoke with farmers about the Bovine Genetics Project (BGP) and the benefits of genomic testing. Discussions focused on how genomic information can help farmers understand the genetic potential within their herds. This information can also support more informed breeding and replacement decisions.
Genomic testing provides valuable information about individual animals, helping farmers identify genetic strengths and weaknesses within their herd. Combined with farm performance and herd records, genomic information can support more targeted breeding decisions. It can also help farmers select animals that could contribute to the next generation of their herd.
The event provided an opportunity to answer questions about the project and explain how farmers can get involved. It also highlighted how genomic testing could support the future of dairy farming in Northern Ireland.
Interested in finding out more about the Bovine Genetics Project? Visit the SRG website at www.srgni.com or contact our customer support team on 02820462280.
SRG would like to thank the Haffey family and Greenmount Association for hosting the event. As well as providing a valuable opportunity to meet with farmers and discuss the future of dairy genetics.
