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2026 Farm Business Options Programme launched
Teagasc has launched its 2026 Farm Business Options Training Programme, designed to inspire and equip farmers and farm families with the tools, knowledge and networks to explore new business opportunities and diversify their enterprises.
18 September 2026
Hybrid rye in diets for weaners, grow-finishers and sows
Interest in the use of native grown hybrid rye in pig diets has increased in recent times and quantities available for feeding seem set to increase in the years to come. Peadar Lawlor, Teagasc Pig Nutrition Researcher, tells us more.
18 September 2026
Soil Health Week: Managing Soils in the Right Way
Soils are at the heart of our food systems. They support farm productivity, food security and the health of our wider environment, while also contributing to the resilience of rural communities and the planet. As part of Soil Health Week 2026, Dr. Fiona Brennan, Teagasc Soil Biology Research Officer, Johnstown Castle, writes on the importance of managing soils in the right way.
18 September 2026
Winter barley growers missing an opportunity with rotations
Set against a backdrop of low grain prices and demand, the value of effective crop selection and rotation was reenforced to growers at the Teagasc National Crops Forum, which took place on September 10.
17 September 2026
A practical guide on preventing farmyard pollution – new factsheet available
Farmers can avail of a new factsheet produced by the Teagasc Better Farming for Water Campaign to help prevent farmyard pollution and protect water quality.
17 September 2026
Efficient suckler farming and practical decision making highlighted at Future Beef farm walk
With a 27-cow, spring-calving suckler herd and full-time, off-farm employment, Teagasc Beef Specialist, Catherine Egan writes on how James Skehan and his family have developed a farming system focused on labour efficiency, herd performance and grass utilisation.
17 September 2026
From the Crops Forum Part 2: Adjusting rotations and controlling BYDV
The Teagasc Crops Forum took place last week, bringing together a range of informative presentations focused on the latest developments in tillage production.
17 September 2026
Signpost update: Grass-based finishing, winter feed and biodiversity monitoring on Kay O’Sullivan’s
Kay O’Sullivan, organic farmer and participant in the Teagasc Future Beef and Signpost Programmes, brings us up to date on the latest happenings from her farm in Co. Cork, including an update on winter feed reserves, animal performance, finishing and her ongoing work monitoring biodiversity.
17 September 2026
Value of native grains showcased
Representatives from the Teagasc Crops Department are telling the good story of native Irish grain, be it for inclusion in animal diets or its low carbon footprint, at this week’s National Ploughing Championships.
16 September 2026
What the latest ICBF research means for beef farmers
Following on from the Tully ICBF Open Day, the ICBF’s Niall Kilrane joins Catherine Egan on this week’s Beef Edge with an insight into their latest research findings in relation to beef farmers.
16 September 2026