Sheep
Making high feed value silage for sheep
Making high feed value silage for sheep Focusing on producing high-quality silage for sheep has many advantages. In this article, Teagasc Sheep Specialist, Damian Costello outlines some key considerations as the favorable weather conditions have seen an earlier than usual start date to the silage season in many areas. Why is high […]
20 May 2025
Time running out to apply for key schemes
Time running out to apply for key schemes Farmers need to be aware that a number of importance scheme application deadlines will take place this week. Basic Income Support for Sustainability (BISS) Farmers are reminded that the closing date for BISS applications is Thursday, May 15, 2025. During the application process, farmers […]
12 May 2025
What is an appropriate stocking rate for organic farmers?
What is an appropriate stocking rate for organic farmers? “How many cattle or sheep could my farm carry if I convert to organics?” is a question commonly asked. Many people don’t like the response “it depends”, but in this situation it really does depend on a wide range of factors. Joe Kelleher, […]
11 May 2025
Blowfly strike: Be prepared for the season ahead
0 Blowfly strike: Be prepared for the season ahead A yearly and costly occurrence on sheep farms, Teagasc Sheep Specialist, Ciaran Lynch highlights the importance of having a control plan in place early in the season to mitigate the risks associated with blowfly strike. The severity of blowfly strike in any given flock […]
6 May 2025
Listen: Tackling scald and other lameness issues
0 Listen: Tackling scald and other lameness issues Jake Delaney joins Ciaran Lynch on this episode of the latest OviCast podcast to explore the issue of scald and other lameness problems on farm, and their wider impact on flock performance. Jake breaks down: The causes and risk factors behind scald Why early intervention […]
4 May 2025
Deadline approaching for National Sheep Welfare Scheme
0 Deadline approaching for National Sheep Welfare Scheme Apply now for the updated National Sheep Welfare Scheme, the closing date is 15 May 2025. Ábagh Harten tells us how to apply and what farmers need to do to secure their payments. About the Scheme The National Sheep Welfare Scheme (NSWS) has been updated […]
3 May 2025
A little help goes a long way for Signpost Sheep farmer, Tomas O’Toole
0 A little help goes a long way for Signpost Sheep farmer, Tomas O’Toole Farming in Clifden, Co. Galway, Signpost Programme and Better Farm Sheep Programme participant, Tomas O’Toole reflects on a busy spring period, highlighting the importance of having sufficient help for lambing and his plans for maintaining lamb performance and building […]
1 May 2025
Helping shape the future of Irish sheep farming at Mountbellew Agricultural College
Helping shape the future of Irish sheep farming at Mountbellew Agricultural College Christopher Scally, Distance Education Course Co-Ordinator with Mountbellew Agricultural College, charts the launch of the Young Sheep Farmer Forum, which aims to empower the next generation of Irish sheep farmers. Mountbellew Agricultural College (MAC) is proud to announce its involvement […]
30 April 2025
Sheep 2025 Open Day: An Exciting Look into the Future of Sheep Farming
Sheep 2025 Open Day: An Exciting Look into the Future of Sheep Farming The highly anticipated Sheep 2025 event will take place this year on Saturday, 21 June at the Teagasc, Mellows Campus, Athenry, County Galway. Sheep 2025 will offer an opportunity for farmers, industry professionals, and the general public to explore […]
25 April 2025
All farmers have a role to play in improving water quality
All farmers have a role to play in improving water quality Regardless of scale, intensity or enterprise, all farmers have a role to play in bringing about an improvement in Ireland’s water quality That’s according to Professor Pat Dillon, Director of Research at Teagasc, who detailed the Teagasc Better Farming for Water […]
24 April 2025