Herdwatch, the market-leading farm software company in Ireland and the UK, have announced the acquisition of Kingswood Computing Ltd. Herdwatch expects the acquisition to grow its customer base, meaning more than a third of Irish dairy farms will now be on its platform, further strengthening its position as the number one farm software in Ireland and the UK.

Founded over 35 years ago by Gerry and Nora Lynskey, Kingswood supply herd management and accounting software to farmers and agribusinesses, as well as software solutions for veterinary practices and farm contractors across Ireland and the UK. Kingswood were the first and best-known Irish farm software provider, attracting a client base of over 5,000 farmers, with a particular focus on dairy operations and a wide range of solutions such as Kingswood Herd, VetLink, farm accounts, as well as Kingswood Mobile (HerdHub), a field app and a billing app for farm contractors.

Herdwatch was co-founded by Fabien Peyaud and FRS Network (Farm Relief Services) in 2012 and provide software to over 20,000 farms, including dairy, beef and suckler farmers as well as sheep farmers with their Flockwatch solution, which is now available in over 170 countries, with plans to launch their cattle solution globally by the end of the year.

With this latest acquisition, Tipperary-based Herdwatch continues its rapid expansion just two weeks after the company announced its acquisition of Farmplan’s livestock software customers in the UK and 6 months after securing a multi-million investment led by Renatus Capital Partners, backed by the Irish Strategic Investment Fund (ISIF). The company say they are planning further announcements in the coming months.

Above: Herdwatch CEO and Co-founder Fabien Peyaud and Gerry Lynskey, Kingswood Founder

The deal will see Kingswood employees join Herdwatch’s growing team of more than 60 people. There are no changes for Kingswood customers in Ireland and the UK, who will be able to continue using their existing software products and get full support from the Kingswood team. New developments will incorporate the best features of both software platforms over time, giving Kingswood customers access to the continuous innovations Herdwatch is known for, including its advanced cloud technology and the “Buy & Sell” platform, which allows their members to advertise and buy cattle online commission-free. Herdwatch members will themselves benefit from advanced technology and integrations developed by Kingswood such as links with milking parlours, marts, co-ops, factories, vets and more.

Gerry Lynskey, Kingswood founder, said “I wanted to put Kingswood in the best possible position for future success and growth while at the same time promising exceptional customer experience as well as a vibrant work environment, which is why Herdwatch is such a great fit.” says Lynskey. “I’m so proud of what we’ve accomplished and will be watching closely and celebrating future success with pride. Really this is the perfect match for our businesses and our customers and I’m really excited to see how the larger business evolves and thrives, delivering even better service for farmers in Ireland and far beyond,” he said.

Noel Kelly, MD of Creva international, helped facilitate the arrangement, having worked for Kingswood early in his career. “I’m thrilled to have played a small part in bringing these two Irish Agri-Titans together. I know this will be a mighty partnership guaranteed to support farmers.” Said Kelly.

Fabien Peyaud, CEO and co-founder of Herdwatch said: “Gerry has been a pioneer in the agtech field, and his innovative leadership resulted in some of the earliest tech solutions for farmers. For this reason, we are proud that Herdwatch is the new home for Kingswood’s great products, dedicated team, and thousands of loyal customers, and look forward to taking them and their legacy to the next level within the Herdwatch platform.”

The Herdwatch app for cattle and sheep can be downloaded in the App Store or at www.herdwatch.com

To find out more click here to find answers to frequently asked questions.

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Let’s Discuss, how farmers take care of their cows and calves?

Even before the calf is born, great care should be taken of it! Every 12 to 14 months, cows normally give birth to a calf. A cow stops being milked two months before her due date and switches to a special diet to get her ready for calving.

The cow is transferred to a maternity enclosure with soft, dry bedding, such as straw, sand, or sawdust, as her due date approaches. She receives special consideration and care. Dairy producers closely monitor the cows during birth to guarantee a healthy delivery.

How To Look After A Newborn Calf

It is not an exaggeration to say that newborn calf care is the beginning of it all. A calf’s potential for development and a reliable weaning weight is enhanced when it is starting off robust and healthy.

The items below are things you should have on hand by calf registration.

• Calf catcher
• Iodine
• Tags and tagger
• Castration equipment and supplies
• Colostrum replacer
• Antibody supplementsVaccines
• Warming equipment if you live in a cold climate
• Other antibiotics or pain medications (after discussing with your veterinarian)

The Essentials of Newborn Calf Care

Dry off and warm the calf

The mother should be able to vigorously lick the calf to dry and warm it, but there are instances when extra tools, like a warming box, would be useful. By doing this, you will be able to provide the newborn calf with a warm, dry environment that will help protect it from the cold.

Iodine-soaked navel

By dipping the navel in iodine, which can take a day or two to dry out and fall off, you can lessen the risk of infection from the exposed umbilical cord. Because the umbilical cord travels directly to the liver, there is a very high risk that an infected calf may develop a systemic illness.

Vaccination

Vaccines are effective instruments for keeping your calf healthy. With your veterinarian, go through a protocol that works for your situation.

Castrating bull calves is an option

Castration of calves is frequently recommended by veterinarians since it is less painful, less stressful, and less likely to result in a bull calf bleeding out because they are smaller. Although veterinary science normally advises producers to consider castrating calves when they are young, you should still talk to your veterinarian regarding the time and pain management.

Calf Registration is also done online. Are you Looking to register calves online?

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Now you might be wondering why should you conduct a Calf Registration!

Cattle, pigs, sheep, and goats’ movements are tracked using animal identification systems. These technologies are designed to convince customers that the food they eat can be tracked back to its original location. Users can utilise this tool to register the birth of a calf.

We’re here to assist you in Calf Registration as quickly as possible, and legally as per the legislation, which states that this must be done within 27 days of birth.

On the Irish/UK market, The Kingswood Herd App is perhaps the most complete herd recording app. Cattle movements, calf registration, and veterinarian documentation are all core functions that it performs effectively.

Let’s talk about some more features of our Herd App:

Dairy Version – App Features

• Auto Generate Next Calf Number.
• Scan calf details with either EID Reader or a phone camera.
• Generate Calf Pedigree Name from your Herd Prefix.
• Instant breeding summary at calving time
• Breeding alerts e.g., get notified when calving date differs from expected.
• Calf Registration with AIM, APHIS, and ScotEID.
• Sire Advice from ICBF.
• Service Stats worked out immediately.
• PD/Scanning Results from ICBF.
• EBI figures from ICBF.
• Selective Dry Cow therapy incorporated in Dry Off report.
• Milk Records – reports and individual cow record cards.
• Breeding Summary when recording Services or Scanning events.
• Links with Milking Parlours, Heat Detection facilities, and Drafting units.
• Target Weight Alerts/Report.
• Dashboard Herd summary.

Benefits of Calf Registration in Our Herd App:

• Register calves with full breeding details
• Link with ICBF for breeding and pedigree information.
• Daily Live Weight Gain Report
• Review herd reports including- Breeding Due To Lists, Weighing Reports, and Sales Planners.
• Sync with AIM and ICBF- Sort out Animal Movements with AIM and sync Animal Events with ICBF.
• You can keep track from anywhere
• User-friendly & easy to use

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The ultimate cost control tool for your farm
• Easy to use input from cheque stubs
& receipts
• Pre-set Account Headings compatible
with Teagasc Profit Monitor.
• Co-op Statement Download
• Separate Enterprise Margins, in
addition to Farm Total Profit.
• Supplier/Customer set-up.
• Farm Budget calculations.
• Bank Statement Download

The ultimate cost control tool for your farm

• Easy to use Income/Expenditure Input.
• Extensive Range of Reports.
• Integrates with Kingswood Herd.
• Bank Statement Download
• Co-op Statement Download.
• Link to Teagasc Profit Monitor.

Additional Kingswood Accounts Options

• Purchase/Sales Ledgers.
• Vat Analysis.
• Contractor Version – Invoicing,
Statements, Job Cards, etc.

Kingswood Accounts gives you easy access to a comprehensive set of cost management and financial reports

• Enterprise Margins, Cashflow Budgets,
Cost per ha/litre/kg solids/lu
• Fully compliant Teagasc Profit
Monitor reports
• Accountants Reports eg Trial Balance/
Nominal Ledger Audit Trail
• Full set of Financial Reports inc. Profit
& Loss/Balance Sheet

Click here to download

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Enter your field and grass records while on the move around your farm.

Enter grass covers, check your feed wedge, record spraying & fertiliser events and stock purchases.
Contact Kingswood
Phone: 1850 923 396 (+353 1 459 6677)
Email: info@kingswood.ie
Web: www.kingswood.ie

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With the Kingswood EID App you can now:

• Record Animal Events – including Animal Remedies, Weighings,
  and Pregnancy Scannings.
• Lookup Animal Details – View Animal History by scanning a tag!
• Speed up entry of Vet Events by scanning Medicine Name, Batch Number and Expiry Date from packaging.
• Link to both EID Reader and Weighing Scales and fully automate the Weighing Process.Ring Kingswood at 01-4596677 for further info.
  www.kingswood.ie

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1. For Compliance without the Stress Our farm software solution ensures that one entry updates all your records, enabling you to be fully compliant with the Department of Agriculture and Bord Bia. The integrated applications make it simple to keep your Herd Register, Animal Remedies, Calf Registrations and Fields Records up-to-date simultaneously.
2. For Herd Management at the Touch of a Button Kingswood Herd provides a simple-to-use tool to keep track of key issues such as Breeding/Fertility, Milk Recording Analysis and Cattle Margins. Whether you run a Dairy or Beef operation, we give you access to the information you need in one place.
3. For an Investment that Pays Our Kingswood Accounts package links in with Kingswood Herd Records, providing an effective way to liaise with your Accountant and Teagasc Advisor. We specialise in providing competitively-priced packages that are scalable and work together. As you eliminate duplication of effort, you’ll save time and money.
4. For Instant Access to Information Kingswood are the undisputed industry leaders in mobile farm computing. The Kingswood CowPad and Smart Phone options allow you to enter or look up herd, fieldand grass records on-the-go, wherever you are.
5. For the Kingswood Quality Guarantee Kingswood Computing is the longest-established, best-known farming IT company in Ireland. We’ve been in business since 1987 and have earned a reputation for reliability and unparalleled expertise in agribusiness software. With over 5,000 clients in Ireland and the UK, we have the support network and industry knowledge that guarantees our technology will keep you up-to-date.

Call 1850 923 396 for further details.

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Practice Accounts and EPOS

VMS

• Fast, Efficient Veterinary Accounts System
• Full Sales and Purchases Ledgers
• Veterinary Stock Records and Drugs Register
• Vat Analysis on Cash Receipts or Invoice Basis
• Advanced Facilities specifically for Veterinary Practices

EPOS

• Easy to use Electronic Point of Sale system
• Prints out completed Prescription Forms
• Prints out completed Drug Labels
• Fast,Accurate Stock Control
• Detailed Cash Control Procedure

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Put a Prescription PC in your pocket

Features

• Fast Accurate System for Compliancy

• Greater Practice Management Control

• Stores all Client Details

• Stores Medicine & Treatment Details

• Enter Tag Numbers & other Details

• Prints out Prescriptions & Bills on the spot

• Link to VMS Veterinary Accounts

• Rugged -Waterproof and Dirt proof (IP67)

• Long battery life

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