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16 Jan 2026

Information evening in Longford on ‘Everything Calves & Weanlings’

Event takes place in Kiernan Milling Conference Room in Granard, Co Longford N39 C960 on Thursday, January 22 at 7.45pm

Information evening in Longford on ‘Everything Calves & Weanlings’

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Everything Calves & Weanlings’ is an information evening designed for farmers who want to optimise calf performance from birth through weaning and beyond. 

Taking place on Thursday, January 22 at 7:45pm in the Kiernan Milling Conference Room in Granard, Co Longford N39 C960, this event brings together expert knowledge and real-world experience to support better calf outcomes on farm.

The evening features two respected speakers: Ruminant Nutritionist David Magee M.Agr.Mc & Guest Speaker Veterinary Surgeon Patrick Clerkin MVB MRCVS, both of whom bring extensive hands-on experience working with calves and youngstock. 

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Topics covered on the night include calf health and husbandry, getting calves off to the right start, and the fundamentals of effective calf nutrition, all delivered with a strong focus on practical, actionable advice. Attendees can expect insights into disease prevention, growth optimisation, and feeding strategies that directly influence lifetime performance and profitability.

Hosted by Kiernan Milling, the event reflects our ongoing commitment to supporting progressive farming through education, high-quality nutrition, and expert guidance. The setting provides an ideal environment for discussion, learning, and engagement with fellow farmers and industry professionals. 

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Whether you are rearing dairy calves, beef calves, or managing weanlings, this event offers valuable take-home messages that can be applied immediately on farm. With expert speakers, relevant topics, Everything Calves & Weanlings promises to be an informative and worthwhile evening for anyone involved in calf rearing. Call now to book your seat 043 66 60000.

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