Articles
BroadGen – assessing the genetic diversity and resilience of four native broadleaf tree species in Ireland
The BroadGen project, has focused on improving our understanding of the genetic diversity, growth performance and disease tolerance of ash, alder, silver birch and downy birch, Teagasc Walsh Scholar, Jie Huang and Dheeraj Singh Rathore, Tree Improvement Research Officer, tells us more.
20 March 2026
Prioritise work as land starts to dry
With the first dry few days of the season now upon us, it can be difficult to figure which is most urgent - drilling of spring crops or looking after the winter crops. Shay Phelan, Crops Specialist, shares a list of jobs in order of importance that will need to be completed in the coming week.
19 March 2026
Better targeted farm supports needed to protect incomes and strengthen resilience
A new report prepared for the European Parliament by economists from Teagasc and Wageningen Social and Economic Research finds that farm incomes across the European Union have become more volatile in recent years and that existing support measures need to be better targeted if they are to protect the long-term viability of farming.
19 March 2026
CBV in action: Driving beef performance on the Conway farm
For this second of a two-part series focused on the Commercial Beef Value (CBV), Ciaran Conway - who runs a weanling to finishing heifer system with his son Diarmuid outside Mullingar Co. Westmeath - discusses his system and use of CBV on their farm which was awarded 2025 Suckler Finisher Award for Ashbourne.
19 March 2026
Driving farm profitability through effective nutrient management
Slurry is a very important asset on Patrick Kelly's farm in Co. Donegal. Making best use of the nutrients within is important for reducing chemical nitrogen use, reducing costs and, additionally, it has environmental benefits
19 March 2026
Reducing antibiotic use and tackling resistance
Bacteria are part of everyday life. Many are harmless and some are essential. However, others can cause serious disease in both animals and people. One of the biggest challenges facing animal and human health today is antimicrobial resistance.
19 March 2026
Blackwater Catchment Action Plan to Improve Water Quality Launched
The Blackwater Catchment Action Plan, as part of the Teagasc ‘Better Farming for Water’ Campaign, was officially launched at the Firgrove House Hotel in Mitchelstown, County Cork today, Wednesday, 18th March. The aim of the Action Plan is to encourage the early adoption of the 8-Actions for Change on farms all across the catchment to improve water quality.
18 March 2026
Teagasc Ballyhaise Agricultural College to host open day
Teagasc Ballyhaise Agricultural College will hold an open day for prospective students tomorrow, Thursday, March 19, from 9:30am to 1pm at its campus in Ballyhaise, Co. Cavan (Eircode H12 E392).
18 March 2026
All you need to know about rearing calves this spring
In a recent RTÉ Brainstorm article, Catherine Egan, Teagasc Beef Specialist, highlighted recent episodes of the Beef Edge podcast that provided practical advice on managing dairy beef calves.
18 March 2026
Take every chance to get lime out
Farmers need to have a plan in place to apply lime, taking the opportunities when they arise, Dr. Siobhan Kavanagh, Communications and Engagement Specialist with the Teagasc Signpost Programme, shares some key advice.
18 March 2026