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Submit your Sheep Census
Submit your Sheep Census All sheep farmers are obliged to carry out a Sheep Census on December 31 each year and submit details to the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM). The closing date for submitting your Sheep Census by post is January 31, 2025. Online submission of sheep number […]
26 January 2025
CBV driving performance in west Cork
CBV driving performance in west Cork Farming in one of the most scenic parts of the country, James O’Sullivan is using the Commercial Beef Value (CBV) to drive performance from his dairy calf to beef system in west Cork. Having joined the DairyBeef 500 Programme in 2022, James has been quick to […]
25 January 2025
Dealing with storm damage
Dealing with storm damage For forest owners who have experienced windblow, the most important advice is not to rush into decisions but to make a step-by-step plan to minimise risk and maximise the salvage value of your plantation. Most forests, despite being blown, can have considerable timber value. Planning and harvesting Think […]
25 January 2025
Setting the scene for the Teagasc National Tillage Conference
Setting the scene for the Teagasc National Tillage Conference Taking place next Wednesday, January 29th, in the Lyrath Conference Centre, Kilkenny, the Teagasc National Tillage Conference will equip farmers with the latest knowledge and tools to aid the overall sustainability of their businesses. Organised into thematic sessions and targeted workshops, attendees will […]
24 January 2025
January Grass10 Update
January Grass10 Update Teagasc Grass10 advisor, Niamh Doyle, gives her monthly update discussing grass management tips for the month ahead. Niamh first discusses over-winter growth and the importance of assessing opening covers; she then explains the spreading dates for chemical and organic fertiliser and the need to ensure conditions are suitable before […]
24 January 2025
Manage body condition score for better fertility and calving
Manage body condition score for better fertility and calving With spring calving fast approaching, suckler farmers have been reminded of the importance of ensuring their cows are in the optimum body condition score ahead of calving. With spring calving fast approaching, suckler farmers have been reminded of the importance of ensuring their […]
24 January 2025
Two years of research in sustainable pig farming
Two years of research in sustainable pig farming Edgar Garcia Manzanilla, Head of Teagasc Pig Department, looks back on the last two years of research, focused on helping farmers make informed choices for the future. The last two years have been good for the pig sector and Irish pig farmers have recovered, […]
24 January 2025
Managing Storm Damage in Your Forest: Practical Steps for Farmers
Managing Storm Damage in Your Forest: Practical Steps for Farmers With a clear plan, professional advice, and careful management, farmers and other forest owners can effectively address storm damage, safeguard their forests, and recover as much value as possible. Tom Houlihan and John Casey tell us more. If you have experienced storm […]
24 January 2025
Teagasc locations closed due to Red Wind Warning
Teagasc locations closed due to Red Wind Warning On account of the Red Wind Warning issued by Met Éireann and the arrival of Storm Éowyn, all Teagasc offices, colleges and research centres will be closed, today, January 24, 2025. Although the weather warnings are forecast to expire at various times throughout the […]
24 January 2025
Spring barley varieties for 2025: Key changes and agronomic developments
Spring barley varieties for 2025: Key changes and agronomic developments Selecting the right variety is a crucial decision for every spring barley grower. While high yield is important, Teagasc Crops Specialist, Ciaran Collins explains why choosing a variety with strong resistance to disease and lodging can ultimately be more profitable for farmers. […]
23 January 2025