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.

Farmers participating in the DairyBeef 500 and Future Beef Programmes are also part of the Signpost Programme and Enda explains how he liaises with the local advisors, programme advisors and ASSAP programme advisors in his role.

Enda outlines the importance of having a nutrient management plan, applying lime and correcting phosphorus (P) and potassium (K) within the farm gate, plus he highlights the importance of farm management practices on reducing emissions.

Enda also discussed recent findings from the Signpost Report 2025, which highlighted how over 5,000 soil samples were taken on programme farms and how the number of beef and dairy beef farmers using protected urea has increased. Enda discusses how a number of small changes can have a significant impact.

There will also be regional workshops taking place across the country in the autumn with further details from your local Teagasc office.

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