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Increasing the profitability of dairy-beef using the Commercial Beef Value
0 Increasing the profitability of dairy-beef using the Commercial Beef Value In recent years, there has been a notable increase in dairy-beef cattle in Ireland. Historically, beef farmers lacked important information regarding the ‘genetic quality’ of dairy-bred cattle. However, the introduction of the Commercial Beef Value (CBV) has addressed this gap. This decision […]
2 March 2025
Flock biosecurity
0 Flock biosecurity Every animal introduced to a flock or person working with stock poses a potential risk, particularly during the lambing period when infectious agents are more easily spread. Important considerations Avoid unnecessary purchases While buying pet lambs to put on ewes or foster ewes to rear may seem like a quick […]
2 March 2025
European Advisers meet in Galway
0 European Advisers meet in Galway The general assembly for EUFRAS was held last week on the 19th and 20th February in Galway. EUFRAS (European Forum for Agricultural and Rural Advisory Services) was set up in 2013 with the aim of strengthening agricultural advisory connections across Europe. Bernadette Bennett, a Teagasc Business and […]
2 March 2025
What will the Future of Cereals look like?
0 What will the Future of Cereals look like? Minister for Further and Higher Education, Research, Innovation and Science, James Lawless TD announced €23.6 million to support 23 research projects focused on tackling challenges in AI, healthcare, agriculture, energy, and transport. Teagasc was one of the 9 successful research organisations to receive funding. […]
1 March 2025
Grazing update with Ben & Robin Mooney Co Wicklow
0 Grazing update with Ben & Robin Mooney Co Wicklow On this week’s Grass10 grazing management update, with the challenging week’s weather, Joseph Dunphy discusses getting one grazing per day and he has a grazing update from Ben and Robin Mooney, Co. Wicklow. This week’s Grass10 newsletter More episodes from the Dairy Edge […]
1 March 2025
Stop Food Waste Day 2025
0 Stop Food Waste Day 2025 March 1st is National Stop Food Waste Day. Download the Stop Food Waste Pocket Guide to learn simple ways to reduce food waste, save money, and help the environment. Small changes can make a big difference! Why Reducing Food Waste Matters We all waste food sometimes, but […]
1 March 2025
Organics training courses taking registrations now
0 Organics training courses taking registrations now Gain essential skills and knowledge to meet organic standards on the 25 Hour Level 5 QQI Organic Farming Principles Course. This course will equip you with the knowledge, skill and competence to apply organic farming principles to the production of organic produce, to meet market requirements […]
1 March 2025
Beware of cows with calves
Beware of cows with calves A farm safety re-enactment drama focused on highlighting the dangers associated with cows and calves took place at Beef2024 Open Day in Teagasc Grange, Francis Bligh tells us more. Health and Safety Authority data for the period 2014 -2023 shows 37 people lost their lives due to […]
28 February 2025
What is the ideal tyre for your farm?
What is the ideal tyre for your farm? When tyres hit the soil, compaction may become a serious issue. On this week’s Tillage Edge podcast, Dermot Forristal, a machinery researcher from Teagasc Oak Park, discusses the evolution of tractor tyres and how they impact traction, load capacity, and soil compaction. Dermot explains […]
28 February 2025
Updates on forestry storm damage supports
Updates on forestry storm damage supports With the recently released initial estimates of the extent of forestry impacted by recent storms, John Casey and Tom Houlihan outline Teagasc Forestry Department’s focus on supporting the recovery process for forest owners and provide updates on additional supports under consideration. A recent satellite assessment of forests […]
28 February 2025