Crops
The best use of plant growth regulators
0 The best use of plant growth regulators Crops are growing rapidly, and careful management is essential to prevent lodging before harvest. On this week’s Tillage Edge, Michael Hennessy is joined by Dr. Richie Hackett from Teagasc Oak Park to discuss strategies for reducing lodging risk and the best use of plant growth […]
4 April 2025
Excellent Spring Weather Boosts Tillage Progress across Ireland
0 Excellent Spring Weather Boosts Tillage Progress across Ireland Tillage farmers across the country have taken full advantage of the recent spell of fine weather, making exceptional progress in planting spring crops. According to reports from Teagasc advisors, at least 90% of spring cereals have now been sown. Ciaran Collins tells us more. […]
3 April 2025
Signpost update: The happenings from Tom Tierney’s farm in Co. Kildare
0 Signpost update: The happenings from Tom Tierney’s farm in Co. Kildare Tom Tierney, a participant in the Teagasc Signpost Programme, tells us of the latest happenings from his farm in Prosperous, Co. Kildare, including an update on winter bean performance, winter tasks and his participation in a regenerative agriculture programme. Winter beans […]
2 April 2025
Crop agronomy for the next two weeks
Crop agronomy for the next two weeks With the weather allowing farmers to plant crops and treat winter crops in ideal conditions, the only concern is the harsh wind which was slowing growth. For this episode of the Tillage Edge, Michael Hennessy is joined by Teagasc Tillage Specialists, Shay Phelan and Ciaran […]
28 March 2025
Controlling disease in winter barley
Controlling disease in winter barley The area of winter barley planted for the 2025 season is significantly higher than in 2024, thanks to favourable sowing conditions last autumn. Ciaran Collins and Stephen Kildea tell us why effective disease management will be crucial in achieving target yields. Crop establishment has been excellent, with […]
27 March 2025
Advancements to maximise the value of nutrients in slurry for cereal crops
Advancements to maximise the value of nutrients in slurry for cereal crops John Mahon, Teagasc Signpost Tillage Advisor, tells us about how advancements in machinery technology have improved management of slurry application to cereal crops allowing optimisation of nutrient recovery and lower chemical fertiliser costs. Many Irish tillage farmers have recognised the […]
24 March 2025
Pig slurry in tillage – a natural boost for soil & crops
Pig slurry in tillage – a natural boost for soil & crops We explore the benefits of using pig slurry as an alternative to chemical fertilisers in tillage farming on the latest Tillage Edge podcast. Michael McKeon, Teagasc pig specialist, and Ciaran Collins, Teagasc tillage specialist, discuss how to target the use […]
20 March 2025
Crops and Technology Open Day planned for June
Crops and Technology Open Day planned for June A major Crops and Technology open day is planned for Wednesday, 25th June at the Teagasc Crops Research centre in Oak Park, Carlow. The event will cover the latest research on all the main tillage crops and horticultural field crops. It will also include […]
18 March 2025
70% reduction in spring barley fertiliser costs possible with pig slurry
70% reduction in spring barley fertiliser costs possible with pig slurry Tillage farmers looking to reduce costs this spring should give serious consideration to including pig slurry in the fertiliser programmes for their crops. A valuable source of nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), potassium (K) and other trace elements, 1,000 gallons of good […]
13 March 2025
On-farm trials: Turning research into results
On-farm trials: Turning research into results On-farm experimentation or trials come naturally to some farmers, while others see them as a hassle or someone else’s responsibility. On this week’s Tillage Edge, Jack Jameson, a Teagasc Researcher, and John Pettit, a Teagasc Tillage Advisor working in the southeast, discuss how farmers can set […]
13 March 2025