Dairy
Dairy Edge Podcast – ICBF Breeding Guidelines
Kevin Downing and Dan O’Riordan of ICBF join Stuart Childs on this week’s Dairy Edge to discuss the Spring Breeding Guidelines that will be arriving to farmers across the country this week.
23 March 2026
VistaMilk and Dairymaster deepen collaboration to advance precision milking research
VistaMilk Research Ireland Centre has announced a major new multi-year research programme focused on optimising milking technology to the individual cow. The project builds on a long-standing and productive industry collaboration with Dairymaster that has been in place since Phase I of VistaMilk.
23 March 2026
Cattle slurry a valuable source of N, P & K
Getting the most from cattle slurry will help ease the impacts of high chemical fertiliser prices in 2026, Mark Plunkett, Teagasc Signpost Programme, tells us how.
23 March 2026
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