Sheep
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
Ovicast: February Grass Update
Grass10 advisor, Nikki Kennedy, the latest episode of the Ovicast podcast us to discuss key grassland management priorities for the weeks ahead.
14 February 2026
Teagasc National Hill Sheep Conference planned for Westport
The 2026 Teagasc National Hill Sheep Conference will take place on Wednesday 18th February at the Westport Woods Hotel in Westport, County Mayo.
12 February 2026
Management priorities for February
Damian Costello, Teagasc Sheep Specialist, joins Ciaran Lynch on this episode of the OviCast podcast to outline key sheep management priorities for February as farms gear up for lambing.
10 February 2026
Managing your sheep farm through February
From grassland management to feeding ewes pre-lambing, Damian Costello, Sheep Specialist, Teagasc, Athenry, Co. Galway, shares some essential tips for managing your sheep flock through February.
4 February 2026
Late pregnancy nutrition – getting the basics right
Late pregnancy feeding will have a big influence on flock performance at lambing time, including lamb birth weights and ewe colostrum production. Dr. Frank Campion, Teagasc Research Officer, shares some essential tips and guidance as the lambing season fast approaches.
3 February 2026
Taking stock: Ewe numbers, markets and the road ahead for sheep farming
Darren Carty, Sheep and Schemes Editor with the Irish Farmers Journal, joins this week’s 300th episode of OviCast for a wide-ranging conversation.
3 February 2026