Bovine Genetics Project
The Bovine Genetics Project provides dairy and beef farmers with information to support breeding more efficient, healthier, and productive animals. The project is being delivered by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) in partnership with Sustainable Ruminant Genetics (SRG).
1. Registration
Training is now available for those businesses which have registered with the project. If you have not yet registered you can do so at the following link:
2. Training
This training:
- explains the benefits of genetic improvement.
- provides information on the Bovine Genetics Genotyping Scheme.
- details how to access the data which will help drive better performance from your herd.
Registering for the Bovine Genetics Project and completing the training offered by CAFRE is a condition of future Farm Sustainability Payments for farm businesses with bovine animals.
There are two options available to complete the training:
1. Online training:
Complete the training course materials at a time and pace convenient for you at the following link.
If you have further queries regarding online training Email:kt.bovinegenetics@daera-ni.gov.uk, including your Business name and Business ID number.
2. In-person training events:
Dates for in-person training co-ordinated by Countryside Services Ltd.
| Venue | Date | Type |
| Ardhowen Theatre, Enniskillen | Wednesday 4 November, registration 6:30 pm | Beef |
| Portadown Town Hall | Wednesday 11 November, registration 6:30 pm | Dairy |
| Millbrook Lodge Hall, Ballynahinch | Wednesday 18 November, registration 6:30 pm | Beef |
| Silverbirch Hotel, Omagh | Wednesday 25 November, registration 6:30 pm | Dairy |
| Flowerfield Arts Centre, Portstewart | Wednesday 2 December, registration 6:30 pm | Dairy |
| Dunclug College, Ballymena | Wednesday 9 December, registration 6:30 pm | Beef |
In person training will be delivered by Countryside Services Ltd. Pre-booking for these events is essential. Photographic ID must be shown at event. Evening registration is at 6:30pm, with training commencing at 7:00pm.
To book your place please contact Countryside Services Ltd on 028 8778 9770.
Booking Terms and Conditions
Booking Terms and Conditions are available by clicking here.
Privacy Notice
The Bovine Genetics Project Privacy Notice is available by clicking here.