Sheep

Stomach worms in lambs – what wormers are working on your farm?

Sheep enterprises rely on the use of wormers to control stomach worms. Damian Costello, Teagasc Sheep Specialist, outlines a simple and cost-effective drench test that should be carried out on all sheep farms to determine if the anthelmintic classes being used are working.
8 September 2026

Grass growth recovering, but supplementary feeding ongoing

A meeting of the National Fodder and Food Security Committee took place in Oak Park, Carlow, today, 7 September, to review the continuing impact of the 2026 drought on grass production and fodder supplies, and to consider the actions that can be taken now to support farmers through the autumn and into next spring.
7 September 2026

Managing autumn grass supplies following drought conditions

September's grassland management approach will vary considerably between farms, writes Ciaran Lynch, Teagasc Sheep Specialist, who details the various strategies sheep farmers should employ when facing a grass shortage or target supplies.
2 September 2026

Post-drought management: 3 steps to protect next spring’s lamb crop

After a challenging summer, Teagasc Sheep Specialist, Ciaran Lynch looks at three steps sheep farmers should take to protect flock performance next spring.
1 September 2026

Sheep Management Notes – September 2026

Focused on maintaining flock performance, dealing with grass shortages, preparing for the breeding season and store lamb options, Teagasc Sheep Specialist, Ciaran Lynch shares key management notes for the month of September.
1 September 2026

Grazing infrastructure upgrades to boost farm performance

Is there a way to improve grazing infrastructure to boost animal and financial performance while reducing labour demands? Nikki Kennedy, Teagasc Grass10 Advisor, looks at how simple upgrades can help farmers improve grass utilisation and grazing efficiency.
31 August 2026

Ewe Pre-Breeding Checks

Ewe productivity has a major impact on profitability. Two ways to increase output are use of prolific breeds and to improve ewe weight and condition ahead of breeding, Eamonn Dempsey, Teagasc Advisor in Tralee, shares advice on getting your ewe flock in shape before breeding.
29 August 2026

Preparing rams for a successful breeding season

Enda Maloney, Teagasc Advisor, discusses the key steps farmers can take to prepare rams for a successful breeding season.
28 August 2026

Challenging grazing conditions and selling lambs

Michael Forde, participant in the Signpost and BETTER Sheep Programmes, fills us in on the latest happenings on his farm, focusing on overcoming the challenges of a dry summer, lamb sales plans and monitoring ewe body condition.
27 August 2026

Assessing Winter Feed Stocks

This year, completing a fodder budget could be one of the most important tasks any farmer undertakes. Keith Fahy, Teagasc Drystock Advisor, tells us more.
26 August 2026