Articles

Achieving a high yield from beans

0 Achieving a high yield from beans In 2024, the area planted with beans reached a record 18,000ha. This was partly because farmers had fewer crop options due to a late spring, and the guaranteed income from the protein payment made beans attractive. Late planting leads to a late harvest. To ensure a […]
2 February 2025

LESS is the Law: Adapting to Ireland’s New Slurry Spreading Regulations

0 LESS is the Law: Adapting to Ireland’s New Slurry Spreading Regulations The introduction of new rules around slurry spreading in Ireland will lead to big changes in the way slurry is spread on many farms. Richard Gill tells us more. From January 1st 2025 the use of low emission slurry spreading (LESS) has […]
2 February 2025

The Green Cert benefits

0 The Green Cert benefits Paul Mullins, Education Officer, Teagasc Galway/Clare, look at the benefits that flow from having completed the Green Cert. The Green Cert, formally known as the Certificate in Agriculture, is an important qualification for those who will be taking over farms in the coming years. There are a number […]
2 February 2025

Exploring Farm Diversification: Allotment Rentals

0 Exploring Farm Diversification: Allotment Rentals Barry Caslin, Energy & Rural Development Specialist, explores how farmers can boost their income and foster community engagement through the rental of allotments. Farmers are increasingly seeking ways to diversify and generate additional revenue. One such avenue is through the rental of allotments, small parcels of land […]
1 February 2025

A celebration of our wetlands

0 A celebration of our wetlands World Wetlands Day will take place tomorrow, February 2. In this article, Environment Specialist at Teagasc, Ivan Kelly shares details of the importance of wetlands, the key wetlands present in Ireland, and activities planned as part of this awareness raising day. Each year on February 2nd, communities […]
1 February 2025

Switching off the (b)lights

0 Switching off the (b)lights Pesticide resistance is an increasing challenge in crop production. The Teagasc-led project IPMorama seeks to drive crop resistance to mitigate issues around heavy pesticide use. The European Commission’s Farm to Fork strategy aims to create a fair, healthy and environmentally-friendly food system. It sets ambitious goals to reduce, […]
1 February 2025

Benefits and use of the new Mart Tracker

Benefits and use of the new Mart Tracker Chris Daly from ICBF joins Catherine Egan on this week’s Beef Edge podcast to discuss the new Mart Tracker and the Commercial Beef Value (CBV). Chris outlines the benefit of the Mart Tracker and the impact that it will have for farmers. He also […]
31 January 2025

Focus on slurry management

Focus on slurry management Edgar Garcia Manzanilla, Head of Teagasc Pig Department, writes about some of the ongoing slurry management research taking place at Teagasc, aiming to test new strategies to ensure a sustainable future. One of the biggest issues for Irish pig farms in the last two years has been slurry […]
31 January 2025

Safety first when dealing with storm damaged trees

Safety first when dealing with storm damaged trees With many on-farm trees blown down following Storm Éowyn, safety should remain the top priority. Teagasc Forestry Advisor, John Casey provides guidance on safety when operating a chainsaw and reminds readers of ongoing Teagasc advisory supports for farmers and forest owners. Farmers and landowners […]
31 January 2025

Reducing the number of thin ewes makes management easier

Reducing the number of thin ewes makes management easier For a small investment in time, sheep farmers can make considerable improvements to the performance of their flock. That’s according to Dr. Frank Campion, pictured below, a Research Officer in the Teagasc, Animal & Grassland Research and Innovation Centre, Mellows Campus, Athenry, who […]
31 January 2025