Suckler farmer using Wagyu genetics gearing-up to increase herd to 250 cows
Paul has now secured a contract with a retailer and beef processor for a year-round supply of Wagyu beef, with payment based on marbling.
Beef Update: Tackling reoccurring ragwort infestations
Galway-based Wagyu farmer Joe Desmond discusses NUIG’s €1.4m sustainable pesticide research programme and a problem with ragwort forced him to conduct his own research.
Beef Update: Slurry, Fertiliser, Haymaking & Field Safety
This week, slurry and fertiliser spreading dominated Jamie’s agenda, while Joe was faced with an incident that could have been very dangerous for a neighbour’s livestock.
Tuesday Quiz: Are you a Wagyu Expert?
It's Tuesday so that means one thing; Quiz Time! This week its that popular and tasty breed Wagyu, but how well do you know them?
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Farmer Focus: Reaping the rewards of breeding Wagyu cattle
Catherina speaks to Joe Desmond, a Wagyu cattle breeder in Co. Galway.
News Down Under: Polled Wagyu bulls fetch $15,000 in first ever sale.
The average price achieved was $9,000.
Wagyu for Supervalu
Supervalu have announced recently that a Wexford farmer will now supply them with their own range of Wagyu beef.
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Dairy-beef: What is it good for?
Dairy-beef; what is it good for? Well, we've taken a closer look.