Jim Smyth is a farmer on a constant journey of improvement and reaching new, higher standards.
Operating a grass-based system calving cows in the spring as well as the autumn, Jim milks some 180 cows over the course of the year.
Hygiene and cow comfort are key to Jim’s herd performance. Jim takes part in the innovative Lakeland Dairies Transition cow Management System (TMS) programme which is solely aimed at improving herd health and cow yield.
Jim’s three children Sinead (10), Peter (8) and Cormac (4) are all involved in the farm too.
“The family farm model has served the Northern Ireland industry very well and seeing your family grow up as the farm also develops and grows is a tremendous feeling. I’m very proud to see all the family out on the farm here,” Jim says.
Jim Smyth
Jerretspass, Co. Down
Lakeland Dairies Farmers
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What makes Irish dairy different?
Our Irish origin makes the true difference. This unspoiled island, surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, is blessed with a host of natural resources. It’s no wonder Irish dairy has a global reputation for being amongst the best in the world. Ireland’s temperate climate and abundant rainfall create perfect conditions for grazing. This mild climate means our dairy herds are free to roam their natural environment throughout the year. Our home county in the northeast has 365 lakes which nurture the land with pure fresh water and our fields yield 40% more grass per hectare than the rest of Europe.
This means we have a constant supply of pure, fresh milk year round ready to be transformed into nutritious dairy ingredients. At Lakeland Dairies Food Ingredients, we’re always there for you no matter what and we’re committed to helping your business flourish.
