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Listen: Fertiliser applications and the National Fertiliser Database
Listen: Fertiliser applications and the National Fertiliser Database In the second part of a two-part series on fertiliser application, Specialist on the Signpost Programme, Mark Plunkett joins Catherine Egan on the Beef Edge podcast to discuss fertiliser application and the National Fertiliser Database. Listen in below: Fertiliser usage on Irish farms, particularly […]
12 February 2025
Investigating abortion in ewes – causes, prevention and management
Investigating abortion in ewes – causes, prevention and management Lambing is fast approaching for many mid-season lambing flocks. Sheep Specialist at Teagasc, Damian Costello takes a closer look at the various causes of abortion in sheep, preventative measures and critical management tasks if abortion is suspected. Ovine abortion primarily occurs for two […]
12 February 2025
Watch: A glimpse inside Newford’s busy February
Watch: A glimpse inside Newford’s busy February February is a busy month on the Newford Farm, writes Michael Fagan who fills us in on the day-to-day management of the herd. Over a 10-week period, 86 cows will calve at our new base in Co. Roscommon. Whereas much of the focus over the […]
11 February 2025
3 cost effective solutions for recording data at lambing time
3 cost effective solutions for recording data at lambing time Lambing time can be one of the most labour intensive times on sheep farms but it can also be a great opportunity to learn more about our flocks to try and improve them for the future. Teagasc Research Officer, Dr. Frank Campion […]
11 February 2025
Noel Meehan appointed as Head of Teagasc Water Quality Knowledge Transfer Department
Noel Meehan appointed as Head of Teagasc Water Quality Knowledge Transfer Department Teagasc has appointed Noel Meehan as Head of its Water Quality Knowledge Transfer Department. The appointment was approved by the Teagasc Authority at its recent meeting. There has been a rapid expansion of the Teagasc Environment Knowledge Transfer (KT) activities […]
11 February 2025
BISS now open for applications
BISS now open for applications The application process for the 2025 Basic Income Support for Sustainability (BISS), Complementary Redistributive Income Support for Sustainability (CRISS), Eco-Schemes and the other related schemes has now opened. Making the announcement, today, February 11, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon T.D. urged farmers and […]
11 February 2025
‘Highest standards of biosecurity needed’ due to avian flu risk
‘Highest standards of biosecurity needed’ due to avian flu risk Following the confirmation of a case of avian influenza in a small captive flock in Co. Derry, Northern Ireland, poultry keepers have been encouraged to implement the highest standards of biosecurity to protect their flocks and the poultry sector in Ireland. This […]
11 February 2025
A celebration of Women and Girls in Science
A celebration of Women and Girls in Science Today, February 11, Teagasc is celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science. A United Nations (UN) initiative that promotes gender equality in STEM Fields and encourages more women and girls to pursue careers in science and technology, the theme for 2025 is: […]
11 February 2025
Managing Somatic Cell Count in early lactation
Managing Somatic Cell Count in early lactation Calving is in full swing on most dairy farms currently and it’s a busy time of year to keep on top of all the tasks that need to be completed. However, as Padraig O’Connor writes, keeping on top of your herd Somatic Cell Count (SCC) […]
10 February 2025
Time to focus on grazing
Time to focus on grazing Grazed grass is still the cheapest feedstuff available for livestock production systems in Ireland. With calving gathering pace and low rainfall levels bringing about an improvement in ground conditions, have you considered starting the grazing year? From a milk production, feed budgeting and cost of production perspective, […]
10 February 2025