Grassland
Unlocking the full potential of grassland
Unlocking the full potential of grassland As part of our Teagasc Thought Leaders series, Catriona Boyle spoke with Michael O’Donovan, Head of the Grassland Science Department in Teagasc, recently about getting the most out of our grasslands. Professor Michael O’Donovan is Head of the Grassland Science Department in Teagasc, based at the […]
17 April 2025
Conditions come good for establishing clover
Conditions come good for establishing clover Warm soils and weekend rain have provided the ideal conditions for establishing clover – either through reseeding or over-sowing, Signpost Climate Advisor, Eoin Woulfe shares some key tips. White clover is a valuable addition to grassland swards, stemming from its ability to take nitrogen from the […]
15 April 2025
Grass 10 Grazing Report with Oisin Gallen Co. Donegal
Grass 10 Grazing Report with Oisin Gallen Co. Donegal On this week’s Grass10 grazing management update, Joseph Dunphy gets a grazing update from Oisin Gallen, Co. Donegal, he also discusses beginning the 2nd rotation and has information on upcoming reseeding events countrywide. Grazing conditions across Ireland are excellent this week, with grass […]
11 April 2025
Planning to reseed in 2025?
0 Planning to reseed in 2025? Have you earmarked paddocks for reseeding or are looking for the latest tips and advice on incorporating white clover into your grassland swards? If your answer to the above is ‘yes’, then attending one of the upcoming Teagasc Reseeding events may be of interest to you. Taking […]
9 April 2025
Watch: Dr. Michael Egan’s tips on establishing grass/white clover swards
0 Watch: Dr. Michael Egan’s tips on establishing grass/white clover swards Focusing on paddock selection, timing, establishment method and post sowing management, Researcher in Teagasc Moorepark, Dr. Michael Egan shares his key tips on establishing grass/white clover swards. Establishing white clover on farm will take some time, using a combination of both reseeding […]
8 April 2025
Grass supplies behind target on 28% of dairy farms
0 Grass supplies behind target on 28% of dairy farms Despite super grazing conditions and predictions that grass growth rates will improve this and into next week, the Teagasc Grass10 team is advising farmers to carefully monitor grass supplies on their farms. This message, as delivered in its weekly newsletter yesterday, April 1, […]
2 April 2025
Dropping farm cover knocks grass growth
0 Dropping farm cover knocks grass growth Dairy farmers have been reminded to pay careful attention to the average farm cover on their grazing platforms over the coming days and weeks. This message comes as failing to do so could have knock-on effects on grass production for the remainder of the year. A […]
1 April 2025
Fertilising first cut grass silage
Fertilising first cut grass silage The next few weeks are crucial for farm decisions that impact winter costs. High-quality silage boosts weanling weight gain and cuts finishing meal costs, Sean Mannion tells us more. In the coming weeks the decisions made on farm will determine the cost of production for up to […]
30 March 2025
External review of grass-clover and multispecies swards research published
External review of grass-clover and multispecies swards research published Grass-white clover swards can maintain pasture production, increase animal performance, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase farm profitability. Teagasc has published an external review of its grass-clover and multispecies swards research programme, which was carried out by Dr. Sinclair Mayne, former CEO of […]
26 March 2025
With current fertiliser prices organic manures are more valuable than ever!
With current fertiliser prices organic manures are more valuable than ever! Now is the time to plan for grazing and silage while making the most of nutrients on-farm. Smart slurry use boosts soil fertility, saves costs, and protects the environment. Plan wisely for a productive season! Anne O’ Malley, Business & Technology […]
25 March 2025