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Agriland
4 days ago
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Watch Results and Action From the Ihfa Open Day
The Irish Holstein Friesian Association (IHFA) open day took place on the Greenan's family dairy farm in Crosshugh, Co. Monaghan. The Greenlea Holstein herd now sits at 100 cows, following a split calving pattern in autumn and spring, with a strong focus on production alongside functionality and structural strength. A third-generation farmer, Padraic took over the reins from his father Jim and mother Mairead in 2004, continuing their legacy of dedication to dairy farming. The Greenlea herd's pedigree journey began in 1995, when it was graded up under Padraic's encouragement with the help of Bobby Franks. Just two years later, the herd was depopulated due to BSE. Undeterred, the Greenans rebuilt their herd with cattle bought from two local herds but disaster struck again in 2000, requiring yet another complete depopulation. Through resilience alone, the family rebuilt their herd again and imported stock from France - 38 cows sourced by David Clarke of that laid the foundation of today's successful herd. Milking is done through a 20-unit Dairymaster swingover parlour with sequential bailing, with the herd monitored round-the-clock using CowManager technology. Padraic Greenan and his family were the winners of the 2024 National Herds Competition (Over 80 Cows Section) on their first attempt. They are also proud owners of Greenlea MG Rhapsody EX96, who won the Diageo Baileys Champion Cow in 2024 Some of the prominent cow families in the herd include: Rhapsody; Apple; Katrina; Pledge; Roxy; and Aiko. Padraic Greenan talking attendees through the different cow families and production of individual cows New genetics from the following internationally renowned cows include: Jeffrey-Way Spunky Red P; Floydholm MC Emoji; Lovhill Goldwyn Katrysha; Duckett G Chip Tokyo; Richardo Dundee Dawnette; and Fraeland Goldwyn Bonnie. The breeding programme is focused on imported US and Canadian genetics, with 90% of inseminations using sexed semen, and the remainder from beef artificial insemination (AI) sires (primarily Angus and Belgian Blue), with the season running from late October through to May. Milk yield sits at 10,091kg of milk/cow with 4.15% fat, and 3.29% protein, accumulating to 738kg of milk solids/cow. The conformation average of the herd is 86.2. Crowds gathered on the open day to engage with the trade stands and national stock judging classes, view the Greenlea herd, and participate in the Greenlea open day celebration sale. Results from the interclub stock judging in the 12-18 years-of-age category sponsored by FBD are as follows: Kerry club - Kate Maunsell, Clodagh Kennelly, and Cormac Walsh; Cork club - Rachel Geary, Jack Shanahan, and Kate Lehane; Slaney club - Will Jones, Kate Jones, and Josh Sinnott. Kerry club were crowned winners. Kate Maunsell, Clodagh Kennelly, and Cormac Walsh The highest individual in this category and the best set of reasons went to Cathal McLoughney of the Laois/Offaly club. Results from the interclub stock judging in the 18-26 years-of-age category sponsored by Lakeland Dairies are as follows: Kerry club - Muiris Harty, Jack Goulding, and Jack Walsh; Cork club - Fiona O'Leary, Sarah Shannon, and Stephen Shannon; Limerick/Clare club - Damien Burke, Emma McNamara, and Jack O'Connor. The highest individual award in this category went to Muiris Harty and the best set of reasons went to Sarah Shannon. Kerry club were awarded winners - Muiris Harty, Jack Goulding, and Jack Walsh Results from the interclub stock judging in the over-27 years-of-age category sponsored by Lakeland Dairies are as follows: Kerry club - Daniel Curtin, John Dillon, and Emer Curtin; Laois/Offaly club - Sean Kelly, Peter Ging, and Oliver Neville; Kildare club - Trevor Hanley, Chris Malally, and Anthony Kealy. The highest individual in this category went to Sean Kelly of the Laois/Offaly club and the open stock judging winner was Jennifer Harty from the Kerry club. Kerry club were awarded winners - Daniel Curtin, John Dillon, and Emer Curtin In the national herds competition for 2025, the winners were also announced in each of the sections. The spring section results are as follows: Ronan Siochru of the Dingle herd; Brian Kennelly of the Bessborough herd; Edward Fitzgerald of the Toberfort herd. Winners of the spring section at the IHFA Open Day In the under-80 section, the results are as follows: Darragh Curtin of the Greenlawn herd; Noel O'Donovan of the Ringleader herd; Tadgh Sweeney of the Frankford herd. Winners of the under-80 section at the IHFA Open Day In the over-80 section, the results are as follows: Brochan and Joe Cocoman of the Kilawarden Herd; Padraic Greenan of the Greenlea herd; Joe and Kevin Doran of the Dondale herd. Winners of the over-80 section at the IHFA Open Day In the Judges Choice awards, the following herds picked up first, second, and third: Brochan and Joe Cocoman of the Kilawarden Herd; Padraic Greenan of the Greenlea herd; Tom and James Kelly of the Monamore herd. The Judge's Choice award winners at the IHFA Open Day The Judges Recognition award went to Frankford PNH Holly EX92, owned by Tadgh Sweeney and the Frankford herd. The highest Economic Breeding Index (EBI) cow award went to Brockryherd Grace 676, owned by Martin Keane and the Brockryherd, with an EBI of €480. The highest EBI cow classified excellent went to Sparta Lilas Hawthorn 4 EX 90, owned by Rory Phelan and the Sparta herd, with an EBI of €448.
Agriland
31-07-2025
- Business
- Agriland
in Calf Heifer Sells for 12000gns at Greenlea Open Day Sale
The Greenlea open day sale, held in conjunction with the Irish Holstein Friesian Association (IHFA) Open Day on Thursday July 10 2025 in front of a large crowd, proved to be a major success. Padraic Greenan and his family, who are milking 100 cows in Co. Monaghan, were the winners of the 2024 National Herds Competition (Over 80 Cows Section) on their first attempt. They are also proud owners of Greenlea MG Rhapsody EX96, who won the Diageo Baileys Champion Cow in 2024. Their exceptional Greenlea Holsteins' milk yield sits at 10,091kg of milk/cow with 4.15% fat, and 3.29% protein, accumulating to 738kg of milk solids/cow. The conformation average of the herd is 86.2. Topping the trade on the day was 12,000gns paid for lot 9, Greenlea Lambda Rhapsody 2064, which was purchased by John Coakley, Dunboyne, Co. Meath. This heifer sold in-calf to Kings-Ransom Dropbox and is due in February 2026. Sired by Farnear Delta-Lambda, her 14thgeneration (EX) dam, Greenlea MG Rhapsody (EX96-4E) was the winner of the prestigious Baileys All-Ireland Champion Cow award at the 2024 Virginia Show. The second highest price on the day was 6,900gns paid for lot 12, Greenlea Lambda Apple 1980, purchased by a Co. Monaghan breeder. Lot 12 - Greenlea Lambda Apple. Image: Mathias Penn Sired by Farnear Delta-Lambda, this heifer that sold on the day is due to calve in December to Melarry Fuel and is bred from the renowned 'Apple' cow family with 12 generations of VG/EX dams backing her up. Two further lots sold at 6,800gns with lot 20 being another member of the herd's famous Rhapsody cow family. This heifer, Greenlea Holysmoke Rhapsody is due to calve in December to DG NH Arrow. This heifer was also backed by 16 generations of VG/EX cows and was purchased by a Co. Louth breeder. Also selling at 6,800gns was lot 24, Greenlea Haniko Katrysha, a January-2025-born heifer who is sired by Siemers Lambda Haniko and backed by nine generations of VG/EX dams. Lot 24 - Greenlea Haniko Katrysha. Source: Mathias Penn This heifer's great grand dam is Lovhill Goldwyn Katrysha (EX96-USA), who was champion at World Dairy Expo & All-American 2015. This lot was purchased by a Co. Roscommon breeder. In total, seven lots sold for over 6,000gns, with buyers from all parts of Ireland buying, stretching from Co. Antrim to Co. Kerry. Nine autumn-calving in-calf heifers came through the ring and averaged a price of 4,922gns, while 12 spring-calving in-calf heifers averaged a price of 4,258gns. Seven autumn-born heifer calves averaged 4,085gns and 20 spring-born heifer calves averaged 3,870gns. Overall 38 lots averaged 4,195gns with a 100% clearance achieved on the day. Michael Taaffe was on the hammer on the day and the sale was conducted by Taaffe Auctions Ltd.
Agriland
13-06-2025
- Business
- Agriland
IHFA national open day set for Co. Monaghan farm
An award winning Co. Monaghan family are set to host the 2025 Irish Holstein Friesian Association (IHFA) National Open Day on Thursday 10th July. The Greenan family's pedigree registered Greenlea Herd is situated at their family run farm in Crosshugh, Co. Monaghan. IHFA chief executive, Laurence Feeney said; 'The Greenan family embody much of what is great about IHFA, a commitment to breeding better cows, a love of dairy farming and a willingness to help their local club. 'They are to be admired for passing on their enthusiasm to their own children and many other young people in the area. 'I encourage everyone, especially non-members to visit this superb farm and enjoy a fantastic event.' Greenlea herd Greenlea MG Rhapsody EX 96 of the Greenlea Holsteins herd won the 2024 Diageo Baileys Irish Champion dairy cow at the 81st Virgina show in Co. Cavan last August. The cow was the oldest in the ring at the time, born in January 2015, but that did not stop her bringing home the €3,000 and Virginia Milk Products cup . The IHFA held its 50th annual Premier Bull Show and Sale back in March at the Kilmallock Mart in Co. Limerick, where Greenlea Cassy from the Greenlea herd was the pre-sale Champion bull, selling for €5,500. IHFA open day The headline sponsor of the national IHFA open day this year is Lakeland Dairies and the main event will be the announcement and presentation of the IHFA national herds competition awards sponsored by Greenvale Animal Feeds. However, there will also be Inter-Club and Macra National Stock Judging Competitions and an all-day trade stand exhibition showcasing a wide range of products and services. Furthermore the Greenan family will host a sale of select youngstock from the pedigree Greenlea herd, conducted by Taaffe Auctions and sponsored by Dooley Agriculture, DairyMaster and EasyFix. The IHFA is a member owned organisation directed by an IHFA board which is directly elected from its 3,700 members in 15 club areas. The association is licensed by the Department Of Agriculture, Food and Marine (DAFM) to issue ancestry and pedigree registration certificates. The IHFA National Open Day is a family day out and all are welcome to attend the farm for free.
