Eko Hoofcare
A step in the right direction...
20th July 2026
How Some Farms Stay Ahead of Lameness Some farms always seem to stay one step ahead of lameness. It isn’t because they’ve found a miracle cure. And it definitely isn’t because they never get lame cows. At some point, they simply decided to make hoof health a priority. They made it easier to keep on […]
19th May 2026
With the FEFT grant application deadline now closed, many farmers are waiting to hear about approvals and beginning to think seriously about where to invest. For farms focused on animal welfare, labour efficiency, and long term herd performance, a hoof trimming crush is one investment that can deliver value for years to come. At Eko […]
5th June 2025
Investing in a cattle crush is a significant decision that impacts not only the efficiency of your day-to-day operations but also the welfare of your animals and the safety of the operator. At Eko Hoofcare, we understand these decisions firsthand — we were founded by a professional foot trimmer, and today we offer a complete […]
1st April 2025
Master Hoof Trimming – Register Your Interest Now! As you may have heard, Eko Hoofcare are now the designated training partners for Dairy Training Centre (DTC) (Netherlands) across Ireland and the UK. This means we can provide certified, globally recognised training to those interested in starting a career in cattle foot trimming, or those wishing […]
31st March 2025
Eko Hoofcare have been involved with the delivery of hoofcare training to professionals and farmers for the past 13 years in Irish and UK markets, utilising the renowned functional 5-step method, commonly known in the UK as the Dutch Method. We are affiliated to the Dairy Training Centre (DTC), Netherlands, which is recognised and trusted […]
10th February 2025
Lameness is one of the most costly health issues affecting dairy farms in the UK and Ireland. Beyond the obvious welfare concerns, lameness has significant financial and time-related consequences. It impacts milk production, fertility, veterinary costs, and labour efficiency. In this blog post, we’ll break down the direct and indirect costs of lameness, estimate its […]
11th September 2023
Digital Dermatitis (Mortallaro) can cost up to €9,800 in a 100-cow herd*. That’s if even only a fifth of your herd is infected, so it could cost you even more. But you can save yourself a lot of money by taking steps to control this infection on your farm. It’s been a busy week. We’ve […]
20th July 2023
This week, the Animal Health and Welfare Grant decisions have started to be sent out to applicants. Successful applicants will be notified and can then move to item selection stage. In this article, we look at how to accept your successful grant offer, and how to choose the correct machine for the Farm Equipment and […]
20th April 2023
As the round 2 window opens of the Farming Equipment and Technology Fund, we look at how farmers can benefit from grant aid for cattle hoof trimming crushes. As a result of grant aid, there is support of almost £2000 available for those considering a new foot trimming crush. The very process of grant […]
27th March 2023
It’s still not too late to think about getting your hoof health in top condition for the grazing months ahead. While the south of the country has largely seen cows at grass, the north of the country is only now starting to move. The bottom line is, good hoof health means increased production, so now […]
25th February 2023
Footbathing is a simple, cost effective process. It can prevent lameness, improve hoof health, and save you money in the long run. This week, we will outline simple steps on how to footbath correctly. We also have some useful tips on how to get the most out of your footbath routine. Effective Footbathing It is […]
26th January 2022
This week, Riverview Veterinary Group took hoofcare excellence to the next level. The south-Cork based veterinary group took delivery of a new Ten Napel Pro Trim hoof trimming crush. As well as being loaded with exclusive Ten Napel optional extras, the unit is equipped with everything you would expect from a modern hoof trimming chute, […]
31st August 2021
We are delighted to announce a return of our professional hoof trimming courses and training in July. Due to Covid-19, we had made the decision to temporarily suspend these courses for some time however, they are now back up and running. The middle of July seen our team making its way to Kildare, for our […]
2nd November 2020
If you are seeking grant support for Hooftrimming Crushes, you may want to use the current farm support schemes on offer in England and Scotland. In England, the Countryside Productivity Scheme offers up to 40% of the cost of a new hooftrimming crush. In Scotland, the equivalent scheme offers to up to 50% of the […]
16th April 2020
Firstly, we hope you are keeping well and trying your best with this whole self-isolation and social distancing thing! We have been getting calls to check that we are still open and trading. Our Services in Covid-19 Lockdown We are still in operation during this lockdown because cows must still be treated for lameness. This […]
