Leading Irish Cattle Genetics

The Powerhouse  Behind Irish Genetics

Two decades. Millions of calves. A national herd transformed.

NCBC is responsible for Ireland’s largest breeding programme, and Solnua is our new name for exports. Our sires have shaped dairy, dairy-beef, and beef herds across the country. The result? Proven genetic gain, stronger farmer profitability, and more predicable outcomes — in Ireland and beyond.

Rooted in Irish farming. Backed by world-leading science. Proven where it matters most: on farm.

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THREE PROVEN PROGRAMMES POWERING IRELAND’S EXCELLENCE

Our Breeding Programmes

Beef Breeding Programme

Delivering superior beef genetics for exceptional carcass quality, feed efficiency, and reliable performance — whether for terminal sires or replacements

Dairy Breeding Programme

Maximise milk, fertility, profit, and sustainability — our dairy programme delivers faster herd improvement, higher returns, and peace of mind for farmers.

Dairy Beef Programme

Dairy-Beef Programme backed by rigorous sire selection, an unrivalled number of calving and carcass records, ensures you maximise the value of your calf crop

We’re the difference

SCALE THAT MATTERS

The world’s largest grass-based genomic breeding programme.

MEASURABLE RESULTS

Decades of data. Global research partnerships. Every sire chosen for measurable performance where it counts: in your herd.

BUILT WITH FARMERS

From dairy dominance to beef-on-dairy breakthroughs, our record is one of shared wins.

BREEDING BETTER FUTURES

Profitability and sustainability efficiency in line with Ireland’s Climate Action Plan and Food Vision 2030.

Testimonials

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“The herd’s more uniform now – they look the same, work the same, and we’re getting solid fertility and milk performance,” Ben says. “And the lameness problems we used to see just aren’t an issue anymore.“

Ben Miller, Dorset, United Kingdom

“With Solnua I’ve reached efficiency levels I never thought possible — higher conception rates, tighter calving blocks, and more milk from every kilo of forage.“

Mauricio Helmrich Von Elgott, Chile

“Since visiting NCBC with my CREA group in 2018, I’ve relied on SOLNUA genetics — they deliver the resilience and efficiency my system needs, allowing me to grow, innovate, and create opportunities for my people.”

Darío Del Erba, Argentina

Ireland’s genetic engine

We don’t just select elite bulls. We’re breeding the future of farming.

For 20 years, we’ve been behind the sires that have built Ireland’s dairy, dairy-beef, and beef herds. Millions of calves. Measurable genetic gains. Farmers making more from every litre and kilo.

Rooted in Irish farming and backed by world-leading science, we’re dedicated to delivering proven results where it matters most: in the field.

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The Powerhouse  Behind Irish Genetics

THREE PROVEN PROGRAMMES POWERING IRELAND’S EXCELLENCE