Suckler Cow Fertility Themed Groups open for applications

June 18, 2025

CAFRE has launched a new Suckler Cow Fertility Themed Group programme. The programme is part of the Sustainable Agriculture Programme and aims to support farm businesses in improving herd fertility, calving performance, and overall livestock efficiency.

Paul McHenry, CAFRE Director said: “Fertility in the suckler herd is a significant factor in improving environmental sustainability and enhancing productivity. Improving fertility performance can directly increase the number of calving events that qualify for support under the Suckler Cow Scheme. I would encourage all suckler farmers to apply to join a Suckler Cow Fertility Themed Group and come together with their peers to share knowledge and improve key aspects of their business in a focused and practical way.”

Themed Groups are designed to provide focused, peer-to-peer learning on high-priority topics affecting farm businesses and are part of CAFRE’s Farming for Sustainability – Knowledge Transfer programme.

Each group will run for up to two years and bring together farmers with a shared interest in a particular challenge, supported by a CAFRE appointed facilitator.

Participation in a Suckler Cow Fertility Themed Group can help increase the number of calving events, achieving the annual Suckler Cow Scheme targets.

For more information and to apply click here.