Pigs & Poultry
The potential for Precision Livestock Farming to improve pig health and welfare
The potential for Precision Livestock Farming to improve pig health and welfare Florence Viard & Keelin O’Driscoll tell us about a recent workshop as part of the TailBiteAdvice project: An ICT-based real-time advisory tool to minimise tail biting in fattening pigs. Precision Livestock Farming (PLF) refers to using electronic tools and methods […]
14 June 2024
The 2023 Teagasc National Pig Herd Performance Report
The 2023 Teagasc National Pig Herd Performance Report The 2023 Teagasc National Pig Herd Performance Report has just been released, revealing some notable changes in our key performance indicators for the 2023 year. To delve into the report and analyse the figures and trends in detail, Specialised Pig Advisor, Ger McCutcheon joins […]
12 June 2024
What sets the top performing pig farms apart?
What sets the top performing pig farms apart? Compiled by the Teagasc Pig Development Department, an analysis of the performance of the pig farms that participated in the Teagasc Profit Monitor recording system in 2023 has highlighted some key trends. Based on the performance of 91 herds, the analysis is representative of […]
11 June 2024
Sound the alarm
Sound the alarm Kieran Keane, Teagasc Pig Development Department, discusses why it is important to regularly test and review ventilation and feed system alarms on farms, ensure all links in the notification chain work properly, and consider using remote access apps cautiously to address issues promptly and safely. No one likes to […]
31 May 2024
Comprehensive research programme showcased at Teagasc Pig Open Day
Comprehensive research programme showcased at Teagasc Pig Open Day The Teagasc Pig Development Department held its Pig Open Day this week in two locations, Teagasc Animal and Grassland Research & Innovation Centre, Moorepark, Fermoy, Co. Cork on Wednesday, May 22, and today, May 24, in Ballyhaise Agricultural College, Co. Cavan. Delegates were […]
24 May 2024
Pig Open Day to feature real-time showcasing of herd management system
Pig Open Day to feature real-time showcasing of herd management system Taking place over two venues on May 22 in Teagasc Moorepark, and May 24 in Ballyhaise Agricultural College, the Teagasc Pig Open Day will feature the real-time showcasing of the herd management system being used by Teagasc researchers. Farm Technician at […]
21 May 2024
A Preview of the Teagasc Pig Open Day 2024
A Preview of the Teagasc Pig Open Day 2024 The Teagasc pig team are in the final stages of preparation for their research event, the Pig Open Day 2024. The Pig Open Day 2024 will take place at 10am on Wednesday May 22nd in the Paddy O’Keeffe Innovation Centre, Teagasc Moorepark, Fermoy, Co. […]
17 May 2024
Financial benefit of a good litters per sow per year
Financial benefit of a good litters per sow per year Litters per sow per year is an important key performance indicator (KPI) that farmers should benchmark themselves with and try to improve in order to minimise production costs and maintain competitiveness, writes Louise Clarke, Teagasc Pig Development Officer. Litters per sow per […]
10 May 2024
The economic benefits of Teagasc’s pig research
0 The economic benefits of Teagasc’s pig research The Teagasc Pig Development Department is internationally renowned for its research, primarily focusing on conducting research that can produce tangible benefits for commercial farmers on the ground in Ireland. On the latest episode of the Pig Edge, Amy Quinn is joined by Peadar Lawlor, Pig […]
3 May 2024
Layer conference set for Cavan
Layer conference set for Cavan Teagasc will host a Layer Conference on Thursday, April 25, from 7pm – 10pm in the Errigal Country House Hotel, Cavan Road, Errigal, Cootehill, Co. Cavan. A number of speakers will present on the evening, covering a range of topics such as: agroforestry for poultry; worming protocols […]
19 April 2024