Christmas gifts

DOES your company have Christmas gift suggestions for readers of The Irish Field? The November 25th edition will contain a special feature on Christmas presents. Contact Gareth on 01 4051166.

EXPO in demand

The ITBA EXPO ‘18 has generated a lot of industry interest, reports the ITBA’s Kerry Ryan. The two-day trade fair takes place in Goffs on January 26th-27th. Those wishing to exhibit should contact the ITBA on 045 877543.

Equilume added

BARBARA Murphy, founder of Equilume, has been added to the line-up of speakers for the ITBA veterinary lecture evening in the Palmerstown Estate Golf Club, Johnstown, Co Kildare, on Thursday, November 23rd. Her topic is ‘understanding lighting for optimal breeding efficiency’.

Starting at the earlier time of 7pm, Mark MacRedmond of Anglesey Lodge Equine will discuss veterinary requirements for horses being sold to Hong Kong, while Professor Sidney Ricketts will talk on how to manage barren mares.

The evening is open to non-ITBA members. Further information is available from the ITBA offices.