Beef
Suckler Herd Management in September
0 Suckler Herd Management in September There are a number of essential jobs that should take place over the coming weeks on suckler farms. Pearse Kelly, Head of Drystock Knowledge Transfer, Teagasc outlines those that will increase output and save costs and bring benefits over the coming year, if not for years ahead. […]
1 September 2021
Weigh Safely for BEEP-S
Weigh Safely for BEEP-S Peter Mullan, Teagasc Advisor Manorhamilton, issues a BEEP -S reminder to farmers to ensure to weigh BOTH cows & calves BEFORE calves are weaned. Peter has excellent advice for keeping the handler and animal safe in the weighing process and when handling cattle in general. He refers to […]
31 August 2021
Growth Watch: Deadline approaches for nitrogen and phosphorous applications
Growth Watch: Deadline approaches for nitrogen and phosphorous applications James Fitzgerald & Séan Cummins, Teagasc GreenAcres Advisors, discuss the approaching deadline for applications of chemical nitrogen and phosphorous fertilisers. They also get updates from farmers Pat Collins, Co. Cork, and Irvine Allen, Co. Westmeath. The Advice As August turns to September, the […]
27 August 2021
Summer grazing – did it leave profit this year?
Summer grazing – did it leave profit this year? Summer grazing of store cattle to sell live or slaughter is one of the more widely practiced systems in Ireland. Alan Dillon, Teagasc Beef Specialist, discusses the profitability of summer grazing and provides budget information. Typically run relatively extensively with low levels of […]
25 August 2021
Liver Fluke on Farms
Liver Fluke on Farms As autumn approaches, both dairy and beef farmers can be fairly sure of the prospect of having Liver Fluke in their stock. Teagasc advisor Niall Treanor gives information about Liver Fluke and advice on treatment options. The Liver Fluke parasite, Fasciola hepatica, is a parasite which affects cattle, […]
24 August 2021
Growth Watch: Finishing at pasture commences
Growth Watch: Finishing at pasture commences James Fitzgerald & Séan Cummins, Teagasc GreenAcres Advisors, discuss how farmers in the programe are lessening the costs associated with winter finishing by moving to finishing stock off grass prior to housing. They also get updates from farmers Aidan Maguire, Co. Meath, & Shane Cranny Co. […]
19 August 2021
Weaning management for optimum health of suckler beef calves
Weaning management for optimum health of suckler beef calves Dr. Bernie Earley & Dr. Mark McGee from the Teagasc Animal & Grassland Research & Innovation Centre discuss weaning management for optimum health of suckler beef calves. They cover weanling management and health; control of stomach worms, lungworm & fluke; prevention of pneumonia […]
18 August 2021
Growth Watch: Planning for the Last Round of Grazing Begins Now
Growth Watch: Planning for the Last Round of Grazing Begins Now James Fitzgerald & Séan Cummins, Teagasc GreenAcres Advisors, give advice on planning for the last round of grazing & common problems that occur at farm level when achieving the desired rotation length. They also get updates from farmers Richard Long, Co […]
13 August 2021
How does your suckler cow measure up?
How does your suckler cow measure up? With greater emphasis on livestock efficiency and it’s impact on climate change, Aidan Murray, Teagasc Beef Specialist takes an interesting look at the effects of calving date on subsequent cow and calf performance and profitability, reinforcing the early-calving cow and compact calving benefits We are […]
11 August 2021
Sustainable Cattle Production Systems Showcased
Sustainable Cattle Production Systems Showcased The British Ambassador to Ireland, Paul Johnston joined the IFA President Tim Cullinan for a visit to the Teagasc Animal and Grassland, Research and Innovation centre, Grange, County Meath yesterday, Tuesday, 10 August to see the latest Teagasc research into sustainable pasture-based beef production Photo above: British […]
11 August 2021