Sheep
BETTER hill sheep farming – the Kerrigans’ journey
Joanne Masterson, Drystock Advisor, Teagasc Athenry, tells us about the Kerrigan family’s journey in developing an organic hill sheep system Co. Galway.
31 August 2025
Research update: Early results from hill lamb finishing study
Comparing the performance of finishing hill lambs indoors on three organic forage-based diets, Teagasc Research Officer, Dr. Frank Campion shares some early results from the GROFarmS hill lamb finishing study.
26 August 2025
The programme of events for Generational Renewal Week 2025
Generational renewal is a growing priority in Irish Agriculture and to highlight the opportunities in farming, Teagasc has organised five events to take place during generational renewal week, which will run from Monday, 8 September to Friday, 12 September.
25 August 2025
Explore Upland Sheep at the CAFRE Hill Farm Open Day
Dr Eileen McCloskey, Senior Livestock Technologist at CAFRE explains how the ewes are managed according to type and suitability for the area of the hill, ahead of the Open Day at the Hill Farm Centre on Wednesday 3 September.
25 August 2025
Do you meet the stocking requirements for the ANC Scheme?
Ábagh Harten, Walsh Scholar, Teagasc Ballinrobe tells us why, with more than half the year behind us, now is the ideal moment to pause and look at your stocking rates to ensure you stay on course for the coming months.
24 August 2025
What’s your plan for flock replacements?
Although still August, the sheep breeding season is fast approaching. With hogget ewes reaching record prices in some early specialised sales, sheep farmers need to have a plan for sourcing their next generation of ewes – whether breeding from within of having to enter the market.
24 August 2025
Quarantine treatment – avoid buying in resistant worms
When introducing new sheep onto the farm, one of the biggest risks is that they could be carrying resistant parasites or worms. To avoid the spread of these worms, a quarantine treatment protocol should be followed for all incoming sheep.
23 August 2025
Fodder budgeting, lamb sales and breeding prep with Tomas O’Toole
Tomas O’Toole, BETTER Farm Sheep and Signpost Programmes, brings us up to date with the latest happenings from his farm in Clifden, Co. Galway, August’s focus centres on fodder budgeting, lamb sales and preparing for the upcoming breeding season.
21 August 2025
Store lambs – budget before you buy
The store lamb trade is currently strong across marts, keen demand has created good prices, Sean Mannion tells us more.
18 August 2025
Quarantine, parasites and vaccines – reducing the risks when bringing in new sheep
Every time an animal enters or re-enters a flock it poses the risk of bringing unwanted health challenges with it.
13 August 2025