Keeping cows clean, dry and comfortable is essential for animal health, milk quality and farm efficiency. Bennettsbridge Limestone’s Cubicle Lime is designed to do just that – offering farmers a dependable way to improve hygiene, reduce mastitis and enhance cow comfort across every cubicle.

A Proven Formula for Cleaner, Healthier Cubicles

Bennettsbridge Limestone’s Cubicle Lime is a unique disinfectant blend made from superfine limestone powder and hydrated lime. The hydrated lime delivers exceptional killing power, effectively destroying harmful bacteria on contact. Combined with the superfine limestone powder, this carefully balanced formula provides all the antibacterial strength of hydrated lime in a mild, super-absorbent blend that helps inhibit bacterial growth and reduce somatic cell counts (SCC) for cleaner, healthier cubicles.

The product is available in four blends, all supplied in convenient one-tonne bags:

• Superfine Regular Lime
• 15% Hydrated Blend
• 30% Hydrated Blend
• 50% Hydrated Blend

The superfine texture ensures high surface coverage and maximum absorption, keeping cows cleaner and drier for longer — and helping maintain teat health for easier milking.

How It Works

Cubicle Lime raises the pH of treated areas above 12.5, successfully deactivating E.coli, Salmonella and mastitis-causing bacteria such as Staphylococcal and Streptococcal.
“Our Cubicle Lime is formulated using superfine limestone powder and hydrated lime sourced from the makers of White Rhino in Carlow,” explained Eoin O’Carroll of Bennettsbridge Limestone. “The stronger the hydrated lime blend, the longer it sustains high pH levels in treated areas, providing lasting protection for animals.”

Best Practice for Application

For best results:

• Stir, agitate and aerate the product before use to achieve a light consistency.
• Apply 300–500g per cubicle daily (actual usage may vary by farm).
• Clean cubicles twice daily and scrape passages regularly to minimise moisture buildup.
• Always wear eye protection, gloves and a dust mask during application.

Cubicle design also plays a big role in maintaining hygiene. The brisket board should sit on or just above the mat to stop cows lying too far forward — keeping the rear of the cow off the back of the mat and improving overall cleanliness.

On-Farm Success Stories

“Mastitis is down to a minimum” – The Houlihan Farm, Kilkenny

Brian Houlihan, a dairy farmer from Dunmore, Co. Kilkenny, has used Bennettsbridge Limestone’s 30% Hydrated Blend for almost a decade.

“It works really well for our cows; it keeps them comfortable and leaves their teats in great condition,” said Mikey Butler, who works on the Houlihan farm.

“We’ve seen a big reduction in somatic cell count, and cases of mastitis are down to a minimum. Plus, delivery is always prompt – if you order on Monday, the lime is with you by Wednesday, and there’s no minimum order.”
“A win-win all round” – The Cotter Farm, Cork
In Castlelyons, Co. Cork, Emma Cotter has been using Cubicle Lime for over 12 years.
“The cubicles are cleaned each morning and evening when the cows are dry and milking,” she explained. “We hand-apply lime to every cubicle, and the cows are noticeably more comfortable afterward. Our automatic scraper runs every two hours to keep passages clean.”

Thanks to consistent use, the Cotters’ SCC has dropped to 84, with fewer mastitis cases and healthier cows overall.

“We first met the BBL team at the National Ploughing Championships,” Emma recalled. “Since then, we’ve had excellent service from Sales Rep Joey Ryan and the entire team. Deliveries are quick – usually within two days – and the drivers are always great to deal with.”

Added Value for Farmers

In addition to on-farm health benefits, farmers can recover up to 50% of the cost of Cubicle Lime as a source of agricultural lime. “Through its high neutralising value, our Cubicle Lime also improves slurry quality and stays in suspension, providing additional benefits to farmland,” added Eoin O’Carroll.

Reliable, Proven, and Delivered Nationwide

From mastitis prevention to improved cow comfort and milk yield, Cubicle Lime from Bennettsbridge Limestone works – and it’s backed by satisfied farmers across Ireland.
Bennettsbridge Limestone provides nationwide delivery, on time, every time.

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