Farm Business
Farm Planning – Don’t leave it to the last minute
0 Farm Planning – Don’t leave it to the last minute Andy Ryder, Drystock Advisor, Teagasc Westport focuses on applications for and changes to, Herd Numbers. He identifies how this impacts on Basic Payment Scheme, ANC, GLAS and Forestry schemes. Andy emphasizes the importance of planning in advance and not leaving Herd No […]
6 March 2021
Brexit Trade Deal prevents Predicted Drop in Farm Income
Brexit Trade Deal prevents Predicted Drop in Farm Income A new report by economists at Teagasc published today, 23 February estimates that the average family farm income (FFI) in Ireland may increase by 3 per cent in 2021. Overall, some price inflation for farm inputs will be more than offset by higher […]
23 February 2021
Digital Solutions to drive a green rural recovery
0 Digital Solutions to drive a green rural recovery Teagasc & SRUC have long collaborated on issues of mutual interest, in a series of annual conferences aimed at identifying solutions and helping create new opportunities for our rural economies. The role of digital in securing a green rural economy is the focus of […]
6 February 2021
Creating a farm plan that secures your future in farming
0 Creating a farm plan that secures your future in farming Sometimes in order to be successful, a business must reset – Bob McNair. Farmers are a resilient breed – they have faced many challenges over the last few years. Farmers who hope to improve their business must plan. Farm Management Specialist James […]
6 February 2021
Virtual Farmyard Tours
0 Virtual Farmyard Tours Due to COVID lock down restrictions,for farmers currently in the planning stages of building a new milking parlour one of the challenges is not being able to go and visit other farms. In the absence of farm visits Teagasc has started building a library of virtual farm tours on […]
5 February 2021
Teagasc highlight Farm Diversification Opportunities
Teagasc highlight Farm Diversification Opportunities Farm Diversification is the establishment of a new enterprise on farm. It usually refers to a non-agricultural or novel enterprise. Many farmers and rural dwellers are interested in diversifying their farm enterprise. Teagasc has a suite of 79 Farm Diversification Factsheets and videos to help Diversification Factsheets […]
21 January 2021
Farmers are rapidly upskilling in Information Technology
Farmers are rapidly upskilling in Information Technology Charlie Devaney Teagasc Advisor Roscommon, encourages all farmers not to be afraid of change, to embrace technology and discover the benefits of accessing information and meetings online. Farmers and advisors alike are adapting to IT which has been accelerated through the Covid-19 lock-downs. This is […]
10 January 2021
Preventing Musculoskeletal Disorders ( MSDs) among Farmers in Ireland – Webinar
Preventing Musculoskeletal Disorders ( MSDs) among Farmers in Ireland – Webinar Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are a serious cause for concern for farmers. Research found that 57% of farmers lost full time workdays, with over 22% losing 15 days or more. Join the webinar on Thursday, 29th October to get advice and information […]
27 October 2020
Child Safety on Farms
Child Safety on Farms Health and Safety Authority figures tell us that sadly 21 children lost their lives as a result of farm accidents in the past 10 years. Over 80% of childhood deaths on farms had a farm vehicle or a machine involved. Children on the farm For most children, the […]
22 July 2020