We’re kicking off a brand new series with Fiachra Liston, a progressive dairy farmer from Co. Limerick milking 300 cows. In the first episode, Fiachra shares how his farm has developed in recent years, and we get an inside look at his impressive new 54-point rotary parlour. We were delighted to work alongside Fiachra on this project, with our Farmyard Design team involved in the design and planning of the new setup. It’s great to see the vision come to life and witness the impact it’s already having on efficiency and cow flow.

📌 In this video:

• Transitioning to a 54-point rotary parlour

• How design & planning improved farm efficiency

• The impact on cow flow & milking routines

In this video, we walk through the collecting yard and handling facilities on Fiachra Liston’s farm, designed to manage a 300-cow dairy herd efficiently. We take a look at the layout, cow flow, and the features that make milking and handling safer and easier for both cows and operators.

If you’re interested in dairy infrastructure, cow handling, or efficient farm design, this video highlights practical solutions every dairy farmer can learn from.

📌 Topics Covered:

• Collecting yard design & layout

• Cow flow management

• Handling facilities for efficiency & safety

300 cows are managed on a spring calving, grass-based system. In this episode, Fiachra shares an insight into his breeding and grazing management. With a strong focus on genetics and grass management, Fiachra explains his approach to breeding strategy and grazing rotation for maximum efficiency and herd performance.

📌 In this video:

• Breeding strategy for a spring calving herd

• Grazing management on grass-based systems

• Balancing genetics, efficiency & performance

In this video, Fiachra Liston shares how he manages winter housing and feeding for his 300-cow herd. From shed layout to daily feeding routines, Fiachra explains the systems that keep everything running smoothly and efficiently during the housing period.

If you’re interested in practical, grass-based dairy systems or looking for ideas on managing cows through the winter months, this video highlights useful insights and real-world solutions from a progressive dairy farm.

📌 In this video:

• Winter housing setup for 300 cows

• Feeding systems & daily routines

• Efficiency tips for the housing period

In this video, Fiachra shares how he manages the busiest time of year — from preparing for calving to calf rearing. He provides a detailed look at his calf-rearing setup and explains the steps he takes to give calves the best possible start in life.

Whether you’re running a spring calving herd or simply interested in practical calf-rearing strategies, this video offers valuable insights into herd management, housing, and efficiency during the calving season.

📌 In this video:

• Preparing for calving on a 300-cow herd

• Calf-rearing facilities & daily routine

• Giving calves the best possible start

Join us for a full machinery tour with Fiachra Liston, showcasing the tractors, feed systems, and equipment he relies on every day to keep his dairy operation running smoothly.

We also take a deep dive into the design and planning behind his new rotary parlour project. Fiachra shares valuable insights into layout decisions, careful planning, and the importance of future-proofing large investments to ensure efficiency and long-term success.

📌 In this video:

• Farm machinery tour: tractors, feed systems & more

• Design and planning of a modern rotary parlour

• Lessons on efficiency, layout & future-proofing