Regional

Take time out to focus on safety

Representing a relatively small proportion of the working population, yet accounting for 40% of all workplace fatalities, Paul Mullins, Education Officer at Teagasc Athenry, reminds us of the importance of taking time out this August to focus on farm safety.
15 August 2026

Pregnancy scanning – a key management tool for suckler herds

While there is a cost involved, pregnancy scanning should be viewed as an investment rather than an expense, as the information gained can improve herd fertility, reduce winter feeding costs and support better management decisions, Joe Mahon, B&T Drystock Advisor, Teagasc Naas, tells us more.
8 August 2026

Reducing the incidence of disease on sheep farms

Effective flock biosecurity protects animal health, cuts antibiotic use and saves money, Teagasc Advisor, Eamonn Dempsey tells us more about its importance.
22 July 2026

Decades of change – Roy Kingston’s reflections

Recounting over four decades of experience, Teagasc ASSAP Advisor, Lane Giles speaks to Roy Kingston, retired farmer and current chair of the Better Farming for Water Oversight Committee in the Bandon-Ilen and Lee Catchments, to reflect on farming throughout the generations.
21 July 2026

Managing grass during the mid-season

Sarah Cussen, KT Masters Student, Teagasc Portlaoise, shares some importance considerations for managing grass during the mid-season period.
27 June 2026

Dosing strategies for dairy-beef animals

Kenneth Farrell, B&T Tillage/Beef Advisor, Teagasc Tullamore, takes a closer look at dosing strategies for dairy-beef animals.
13 June 2026

Collection and storage of silage effluent

With silage underway, Enda Geoghegan, Signpost Climate Advisor, Teagasc Mayo, reminds farmers of the importance of collecting and storing silage effluent.
7 June 2026

Compact calving and grassland management driving profitability in West Cork

A dairy enterprise growing from strength to strength, built on the cornerstones of compact calving and grassland management, James Daunt, a B&T Dairy Enterprise advisor based in the Teagasc Clonakilty, visits Denise Twomey to find out more about the dairy enterprise.
31 May 2026

Plan backwards: Fodder budget first, mower second

The temptation, especially after a long winter, is to ‘bulk up’ the first cut and feel reassured by a big pit or a yard full of bales. However, Teagasc Advisor, John Galvin reminds farmers of the importance of matching silage quality to the stock on farm.
15 May 2026

Good silage is not made by accident

With the silage cutting season getting into gear, Tom Deane, Advisor at Teagasc Tinahely, shares important aspects to consider to made quality silage.
13 May 2026