Sheep
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
Making improvements to silage quality on organic farms
With the spring finally breaking through, thoughts on winter feeding are moving further from farmers’ minds. However, the decisions you make on your farm over the coming months will have an impact on how your animals perform next winter.
9 March 2026
Weather challenges and flock management strategies
With current weather conditions creating significant challenges on farms, this episode of the Ovicast podcast focuses on practical management strategies to support flock performance.
3 March 2026
New National Veterinary Prescription System
In the past, farmers could simply visit their local vet or agricultural merchant and buy animal health products over the counter. Under new regulations, however, these products can only be purchased with a prescription issued by a veterinary surgeon. James Fitzgerald, Drystock Advisor, Teagasc Ballina, tells us more.
28 February 2026
Spring grass on sheep farms
Although lambing accounts for 20-25% of the annual workload on sheep farms, Glen Corbett reminds us that attention should also be given to grassland management.
27 February 2026
Clostridial vaccination pre-lambing – timing, immunity and best practice
Eleanor Brady, Ruminant Veterinary Manager with MSD Animal Health, joins Ciaran Lynch on the OviCast podcast to discuss the critical role of clostridial vaccination in sheep flocks ahead of lambing.
24 February 2026
Teagasc publish Enterprise Roadmaps 2030
Teagasc has published a new series of “Enterprise Roadmaps” looking forward to 2030 across seven agricultural enterprise areas; dairy, beef, sheep, pigs, tillage, horticulture, and forestry.
23 February 2026
Sheep, methane and global emissions
Methane from livestock remains a big focus in climate discussions, and sheep are no exception. A new international study, led by Teagasc researcher Dr Fiona McGovern, published in Small Ruminant Research, brings together data from over 6,000 sheep across Ireland, the UK, France, Norway, Uruguay and New Zealand to better understand what drives methane emissions; and what this means for breeding more efficient sheep.
23 February 2026
Protecting lamb health this lambing season
From effective colostrum management, rigorous hygiene and proactive management, Teagasc Sheep Specialist, Ciaran Lynch explains how farmers can significantly enhance lamb survival and overall flock health this lambing season.
17 February 2026
Management and Feeding of Ewes Pre-Lambing
Proper nutrition of ewes in the weeks leading up to lambing is one of the most important factors influencing lamb survival, ewe health, and overall flock productivity. John Enda Flannelly tells us more.
15 February 2026