Dairy
Tirlán Co-op and Teagasc partner for FarmElevate Programme
Tirlán Co-op, in partnership with Teagasc, has announced a new innovative large-scale knowledge transfer programme called FarmElevate.
20 March 2026
Driving farm profitability through effective nutrient management
Slurry is a very important asset on Patrick Kelly's farm in Co. Donegal. Making best use of the nutrients within is important for reducing chemical nitrogen use, reducing costs and, additionally, it has environmental benefits
19 March 2026
Take every chance to get lime out
Farmers need to have a plan in place to apply lime, taking the opportunities when they arise, Dr. Siobhan Kavanagh, Communications and Engagement Specialist with the Teagasc Signpost Programme, shares some key advice.
18 March 2026
Adding value to the Irish milk pool with Conor Mulvihill, Dairy Industry Ireland
The Teagasc Dairy Edge podcast marks a significant milestone this week, as the 500th episode has been released.
16 March 2026
Managing herd intakes and nutrition as calving slows and peak lactation approaches
As calving begins to slow down and peak lactation approaches, Dr. Joe Patton, Teagasc Head of Dairy Knowledge Transfer, shares some key advice for managing the nutrition of your dairy herd over the coming weeks.
16 March 2026
Tracking changes in national soil fertility
Teagasc has supported soil analysis and nutrient management in Irish agriculture since the 1950’s. After years of fertiliser price shocks, tighter environmental rules and a sharper focus on nutrient efficiency, are Irish soils improving or quietly slipping backwards?
9 March 2026
Getting grazing back on track
With grazing delayed on many farmers, Grass10 Programme Advisor, Nikki Kennedy shares key tips for getting grazing back on track.
9 March 2026
Keeping cows and calves healthy for March – a vet’s perspective
Marie Louise Ryan, veterinary practitioner with Mulcair Vets covering the counties of Limerick and Tipperary, joins James Dunne on this week’s Dairy Edge to highlight the issues that are raising their head at farm level when it comes to herd health on dairy farms.
9 March 2026
Making improvements to silage quality on organic farms
With the spring finally breaking through, thoughts on winter feeding are moving further from farmers’ minds. However, the decisions you make on your farm over the coming months will have an impact on how your animals perform next winter.
9 March 2026
March management tips with John Maher and Mike Bermingham
John Maher of Grass 10 and dairy farmer, Mike Bermingham join Stuart Childs on this episode of the Dairy Edge podcast to discuss the challenges of grazing in 2026 and how to overcome them.
2 March 2026