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Do our eating habits affect how much we enjoy food: Insights from Teagasc research
A new study by researchers at Teagasc Ashtown has uncovered an intriguing link between our eating habits and the way we experience food
7 August 2025
Harvest 2025 – some record yields reported
To find out about the harvest progress across the country, Michael Hennessy talks with John Brophy, Teagasc Tillage Advisor in north Kildare, and Ciaran Collins, Teagasc Tillage Specialist, on this week’s Tillage Edge podcast.
7 August 2025
6 tips for better autumn grassland management
Increasing the proportion of grazed grass in the diet of the dairy cow keeps costs down and reduces greenhouse gas emissions. Leonard Betts, Climate Action & Sustainability Advisor, Clonmel, Co. Tipperary, shares some key points to consider when managing autumn grass.
7 August 2025
Kieran McDermott’s actions to improve water quality
Teagasc Signpost Programme and Lakeland Dairies Monitor farmer, Kieran McDermott writes on the actions he’s taking as part of the Farming for Water EIP to improve water quality on his farm in Co. Monaghan.
7 August 2025
Winter oilseed rape: The star performer this harvest
As harvest is moving along well for most growers, Crops Specialist at Teagasc, Ciaran Collins takes a closer look at the performance of winter oilseed rape, reminding growers of some of the key benefits of the crop.
7 August 2025
Farmers urged to test silage quality
Feed quality has huge implications for animal performance over the winter months, and a greater focus is required on producing silage of sufficient quality for all livestock categories.
6 August 2025
Rural men sought for ‘Grass Ceiling’ project
Are you a man working in farming or living in a rural area? If so, the GRASS CEILING (Gender Equality in Rural and Agricultural Innovation Systems) project is looking to hear your views.
6 August 2025
Beef Edge: How to increase efficiency and reduce emissions
Teagasc Climate and Sustainability Advisor, Enda Geoghegan from Ballina Co. Mayo is on this week’s Beef Edge podcast to discuss actions implemented on farms that increase efficiency while reducing emissions.
6 August 2025
Drafting dairy beef animals for finish
Continuing right into the spring, drafting and selecting animals for market will soon commence on DairyBeef 500 farms around the country. Here, the DairyBeef 500 team share some key tips on drafting:
6 August 2025
Teagasc at the Tullamore Show
The Tullamore Show and FBD National Livestock Show takes place on Sunday, 10 August in Butterfield Estate, Blueball, Tullamore, Co. Offaly. Teagasc will be present in various areas across the event.
5 August 2025