Articles
Identifying Irish whiskey’s distinctive and authentic identity
Irish whiskey is an increasingly popular product worldwide, but with popularity comes a greater risk of fraudulent products. At Teagasc Moorepark, Principal Research Officer, Kieran Kilcawley is seeking to understand Irish whiskey’s unique properties – to benefit producers and customers alike.
10 November 2025
More than just ‘technical’ at the National Beef Conference
Although the Teagasc National Beef Conference will focus on producing high-value weanlings, managing farm profitability and supporting generational renewal, Beef Specialist at Teagasc, Catherine Egan reminds farmers that the must-attend event offers so much more.
10 November 2025
Dry cow period – getting the basics right
Dr. Aisling Claffey, Teagasc ruminant nutritionist, joins James Dunne on this week’s Dairy Edge to discuss what’s important to remember when it comes to the upcoming dry cow period.
10 November 2025
Winter housing of beef cattle
With beef prices reaching record highs, Drystock Advisor in Teagasc Mayo, James Fitzgerald shares key advice to maximise winter gain and deliver better returns for beef farmers over the winter housing period.
10 November 2025
Tips to control thermoduric bacteria levels
James Dunne, Teagasc Dairy Specialist, shares some management practices farmers can employ in order to control thermoduric bacteria levels.
10 November 2025
Hazardous waste collection dates announced
Six farm hazardous waste collection days are scheduled to take place over the coming weeks, providing farmers with an opportunity to dispose of various wastes, thus ensuring compliance with legislation and reducing the possibility for biosecurity, environmental or human health risks.
9 November 2025
Getting Winter Ready on the Kingston Farm
Mark and Diana Kingston farm near Drimoleague, Co. Cork, and are active participants in both the Teagasc Future Beef and Signpost programmes. The Kingstons run a 32-cow suckler herd, with eight cows calving in spring and 24 in autumn.
9 November 2025
Pig Edge Podcast: Market trends and what to expect in 2026
We’re taking a closer look at recent markets trends and what we can expect as we move towards 2026 for this month’s Pig Edge podcast.
8 November 2025
Calf sourcing and rearing – Gareth Peoples’ approach
Gareth Peoples, a participant in the Teagasc Signpost and DairyBeef 500 programmes, fills us in on the latest happenings from his farm in Co. Donegal, focusing this time on calf sourcing and rearing.
8 November 2025
Grassland management: The final phase of closing
As November progresses at pace, farms across the country are entering the final phase of the grazing season and a firm focus must be placed on achieving targets while also protecting swards.
8 November 2025