Articles
Ewe Pre-Breeding Checks
Ewe productivity has a major impact on profitability. Two ways to increase output are use of prolific breeds and to improve ewe weight and condition ahead of breeding, Eamonn Dempsey, Teagasc Advisor in Tralee, shares advice on getting your ewe flock in shape before breeding.
29 August 2026
Fertiliser and slurry decisions
Following the arrival of rain, Dr. David Wall, Head of Enterprise at Teagasc Johnstown Castle, shares advice on managing grassland fertiliser and slurry applications.
28 August 2026
The advantages of electronic sow feeding
Electronic sow feeding (ESF) is one of the main systems used to manage group-housed gestating sows, allowing each animal be fed according to individual requirements. Mario Ornelas, Teagasc Postdoctoral Researcher, tells us more.
28 August 2026
Talking Timber is coming to Co. Cork
Teagasc is delighted to announce that its popular annual conifer timber marketing event, 'Talking Timber' returns on Tuesday, September 1. This year’s focus is 'Sustainably increasing the value of your forest'. Teagasc Forestry Advisor, John Casey tells us more.
28 August 2026
Preparing rams for a successful breeding season
Enda Maloney, Teagasc Advisor, discusses the key steps farmers can take to prepare rams for a successful breeding season.
28 August 2026
Hedgerows – a lifeline for birds and insects
As part of National Hedgerow Week 2026, a partnership between the Heritage Council and Teagasc, we take a look at hedgerows and their important role as a lifeline for birds and insects.
28 August 2026
Deadline for planting catch crops approaching
Despite an early finish to harvest on many farms, establishment of cover crops has been relatively slow so far, with very dry soils making conditions difficult in many areas. However, as Teagasc Crops Specialist, Ciaran Collins writes, growers participating in cover crop schemes, need to be aware of the different sowing date deadlines that apply.
27 August 2026
Why barley is the brewer’s grain of choice
Through a recent RTÉ Brainstorm article, Gemma Merrins, Laboratory Technician at the National Centre for Brewing and Distilling, Teagasc Oak Park, detailed how quality checks at every stage ensure that the barley in your beer results in a consistent, flavourful beverage.
27 August 2026
Challenging grazing conditions and selling lambs
Michael Forde, participant in the Signpost and BETTER Sheep Programmes, fills us in on the latest happenings on his farm, focusing on overcoming the challenges of a dry summer, lamb sales plans and monitoring ewe body condition.
27 August 2026
Joe Patton on dealing with the feed and fodder situation
Joe Patton, Head of the Teagasc Dairy Knowledge Transfer Programme, joins James Dunne with an update on the current situation on dairy farms across the country following the prolonged period of dry weather.
26 August 2026