Managing your sheep farm through October

Head of Sheep Knowledge Transfer, Michael Gottstein joins this episode of the OviCast podcast to discuss the key management tasks for October.

Joining podcast host Ciaran Lynch, topics discussed include grassland management, including protecting autumn regrowth, planning winter fodder supplies and closing paddocks for spring grass.

Attention then turns to lamb finishing, with advice on drafting lambs regularly, assessing market options and ensuring flock health is not limiting performance.

With mating underway on many farms, Michael highlights the importance of ewe body condition and effective ram management.

The conversation also covers dipping and the importance of ensuring it is carried out effectively and safely, while the podcast concludes with a discussion on bluetongue vaccination.

Listen to the full episode of the OviCast podcast below:

Read the Teagasc Sheep Management Notes for October 2026 here.

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