Tom Flanagan's Farm

About this Open Day

📅 Date: Thursday, October 9th, 2025

📍 Location: Tom Flanagan’s Out Farm, Moate, Co. Westmeath

Eircode: N37 D908

Discover how Tom Flanagan manages a two-block dairy farm while also running three veterinary practices. Learn how he has built a labour-efficient robotic dairy system that works around his demanding schedule.

This Open Day is ideal for anyone considering robotic milking — whether you’re a new entrant or thinking about converting from a parlour.

New entrant to dairy Tom will share his journey — the highs, the challenges, the valuable lessons learned, whether the switch paid off, the most impactful changes, and what’s next for the farm’s future.

Key Topics Covered

• Robotic Milking: Herd performance and why robots
• Labour Efficiency: Working off farm 
• Herd Health & Breeding: AI, collars, and reduced SCC
• Grazing Management: Maximising grazing platform
• Infrastructure & Retrofitting: Setting up for robotic success

Guided Farm Tours & Live Q&A

Visitors will be guided in small groups around the farm to explore the robotic milking system, grazing infrastructure, and yard setup. The day will conclude with a live Q&A featuring Tom and the Lely team — offering a unique opportunity to ask questions and get practical advice.