Articles
Do the challenges outweigh the positives in farming today and what motivates farmers to keep going?
Do the challenges outweigh the positives in farming today and what motivates farmers to keep going? Karen Delaney and David Melody, two young farmers, join us on a recent episode of the Environment Edge Podcast to reflect on 2024 and plan for 2025. Despite facing significant weather challenges last year, Karen and […]
12 January 2025
Proinnsias Creedon Farm Update and Plans for 2025
Proinnsias Creedon Farm Update and Plans for 2025 Proinnsias Creedon, Future Beef Programme Farmer, has plans to optimize heifer finishing, maintain strong animal health, and prepare for calf purchases in 2025. Here’s an update on recent activities and progress from the farm. Performance The 2024 born weanling heifers were housed on the […]
12 January 2025
Why dietary whey proteins are good news for women
Why dietary whey proteins are good news for women Research has found women respond better to whey protein than men when it comes to weight management. As part of a recent RTÉ Brainstorm article, Kanishka Nilaweera, VistaMilk Research Ireland Centre, explores whey protein’s role in reducing fat. Over the last century, the […]
11 January 2025
Keep an eye on your ACRES Plan
Keep an eye on your ACRES Plan Now is the time to review your ACRES plan and ensure all actions are on track. Austin Callaghan, Drystock Advisor, Teagasc Claremorris, highlights key planting actions like hedgerows, trees, and orchards, ensuring compliance and avoiding payment loss. Some famers had ACRES inspections in recent weeks. […]
11 January 2025
Herbicide resistance update on 2024 harvest samples
Herbicide resistance update on 2024 harvest samples As part of the Teagasc weed monitoring programme, grass weeds suspected of herbicide resistance or difficult to control were submitted by growers/advisors in 2024 for testing. Vijaya Bhaskar AV shares key findings and insights. Highlights Resistance in meadow grasses is arising due to our increased […]
10 January 2025
Explore Forestry Opportunities at Nationwide Teagasc Forestry Advisory Clinics
Explore Forestry Opportunities at Nationwide Teagasc Forestry Advisory Clinics A nationwide series of One to One Forestry Clinics, covering every county, will commence on January 20th. Landowners who are considering the range of excellent forest creation options can avail of a free consultation with an experienced Teagasc forestry advisor. Liam Kelly tells […]
10 January 2025
The Case for Split Sex Feeding Gilts and Boars
The Case for Split Sex Feeding Gilts and Boars Peadar Lawlor highlights how separating boars and gilts and tailoring diets to their unique needs can boost growth efficiency, reduce feed costs, and minimise environmental impact. From around 30kg, male (boar) pigs grow faster and more efficiently than females (gilts). At a given […]
10 January 2025
Teagasc Inspires the Next Generation at BT Young Scientist 2025
Teagasc Inspires the Next Generation at BT Young Scientist 2025 Teagasc is delighted to once again sponsor the BT Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition, now in its 61st year, Ireland’s largest secondary school Science, Technology, Engineering and Maths competition. Eimear Ferguson, Education and Public Engagement Officer, who coordinates the Teagasc presence at […]
10 January 2025
Part three: The Key Steps to Successful Implementation – Planning for Farm Succession
0 Part three: The Key Steps to Successful Implementation – Planning for Farm Succession For the third episode in a four-part series on farm succession planning on the Tillage Edge podcast, James McDonnell, a financial specialist with Teagasc, takes a closer look at the key steps to successful implementation and revisiting a succession […]
9 January 2025
The many benefits of crop rotation
0 The many benefits of crop rotation As part of an article first published in Today’s Farm, John Pettit, B&T Advisor, and Ciaran Collins, Crops Specialist, took a closer look at crop rotation including its ecological, integrated pest management, cost savings and risk management benefits. As soon as Charles ‘Turnip’ Townshend began practising […]
9 January 2025