In a recent article by Breifne O’Brien on the Agriland website, Dairy Data is featured as a new startup company entering the milk recording sphere. Link to article on Agriland Site. Here is a summary of the article. Tipperary dairy farmer James Cleary is making a name for himself with his new milk recording company, […]
Milk recording, once a local innovation for tracking dairy yields, has become a global benchmark for accuracy, quality, and profitability in agriculture. Its history reflects not only the rise of scientific dairy management but the complexities of standardisation, international cooperation, and ongoing technological advancement. From Observation to Optimization The practice began in 1883 in the
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Mastitis remains one of the most persistent and costly challenges facing dairy farmers. Characterized by inflammation of the udder, this condition affects milk quality, herd productivity, and operational profitability. But the battle is not unwinnable. With the right blend of monitoring, hygiene, and intervention, farmers can significantly reduce incidence rates and protect the health of
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Once among Europe’s milk price leaders, Irish dairy farmers are now grappling with one of the lowest payouts across the continent. The shift is not just stark—it’s economically unsustainable. With processors now paying over 4c/kg below the EU average, the viability of Ireland’s dairy sector is under direct threat. A Rapid Decline: From Front-Runner to
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Milk recording isn’t just about data—it’s a diagnostic lens into the health, productivity, and profitability of a dairy herd. When used consistently and interpreted correctly, milk recording becomes one of the most valuable tools for herd management. From monitoring mastitis and shaping drying-off policies to improving genetics and reducing emissions, its strategic value is undeniable.
In the world of modern dairy farming, one practice is rapidly redefining what responsible herd health management looks like: Selective Dry Cow Therapy (SDCT). Gone are the days of the blanket antibiotic approach—replaced by targeted, data-driven treatment tailored to the health status of individual cows. The result? Lower antibiotic usage, improved udder health, better milk
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In an era where precision and proactive care are reshaping dairy practices, early milk recording stands out as a transformative tool in herd health management. No longer limited to yield tracking, early milk recording provides actionable data during the dry period—enabling early detection of mastitis, improving cure rates, reducing antibiotic use, and enhancing overall herd
Milk recording has long been recognised as a cornerstone of mastitis control, herd health improvement, and responsible antibiotic use in dairy production. Yet in Ireland—a nation renowned for its grass-based dairy systems—milk recording rates remain conspicuously lower than EU counterparts. Why? A growing body of evidence suggests the answer lies not in the technology, but
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In today’s increasingly data-driven agricultural sector, milk recording is no longer a luxury—it is a strategic imperative. For dairy producers seeking to optimise productivity, improve genetics, and ensure herd welfare, milk recording provides the clarity and control essential to competitive success. Precision Breeding Through Data-Backed Decisions Milk recording delivers granular, cow-level insights on milk volume,