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Deadline for hedge cutting approaches
Deadline for hedge cutting approaches Farmers are being reminded that the prohibited period for hedge cutting comes into force from March 1. As contained within the Wildlife Act 1976, the cutting, grubbing, burning or other destruction of vegetation growing in any hedge or ditch between March 1 and August 31 is prohibited. […]
27 February 2024
Over 50,000 tonnes of organic feed needed next winter
Over 50,000 tonnes of organic feed needed next winter There’s been a boom in organic farming, with the number of organic farmers doubling to 4,000 in 2023, and an additional 1,000 farmers signing up for the Organic Farming Scheme in 2024. This growth means that, by 2024, organic farms will cover 5% […]
27 February 2024
Organic beef finishing systems to be explored at Johnstown Castle
Organic beef finishing systems to be explored at Johnstown Castle Plans are in place to develop an organic beef research farm at Johnstown Castle, Co. Wexford. Joe Kelleher, Teagasc Organic Specialists, tells us more. There has been an unprecedented increase in the number of farmers converting to organics over the past two […]
26 February 2024
Beans make sense
Beans make sense Ciarán Collins highlights the growing popularity of beans due to their role as sustainable protein sources and the advantages of crop rotation, making beans an economically viable and environmentally friendly choice. The increasing interest in beans in recent years stems from two main factors. Firstly, there’s the influence of […]
26 February 2024
Virtual Soil Fertility Conference
Virtual Soil Fertility Conference The Teagasc Soil Fertility Conference 2024 takes place virtually across three Mondays commencing on Monday, 26 February. The theme of this virtual conference is ‘challenge to maintain productivity, reduce losses and stay within limits‘.All three webinars will commence at 10am, a questions and answers session will take place at […]
26 February 2024
New biodiversity pilot project brings Dexter cows to Galway City
New biodiversity pilot project brings Dexter cows to Galway City Joanne Masterson, Soils & Environment Advisor, tells us about a new biodiversity pilot project which is being run by Galway City Council bringing eight Dexter cows to graze the headland east of Ballyloughnane Beach in Renmore until March 2024. The name ‘Buaile’ […]
25 February 2024
Prioritise colostrum management this calving season
Prioritise colostrum management this calving season Anne O’Malley discusses the importance of colostrum for newborn calves, its role in providing essential nutrients and antibodies to support the immune system, the importance of timely and adequate colostrum feeding and management practices on farm to ensure calves receive the benefits. The first milk produced […]
24 February 2024
A refresher on pre-calving minerals
A refresher on pre-calving minerals What price do you put on cows that calve down with no issues, no retained cleanings, plenty of milk, a vigorous calf, don’t suffer from milk fever and most importantly, go back in calf? That is the value you place on a good quality mineral. Every extra […]
24 February 2024
Watch: Signpost Series: Slurry – Maximising agricultural benefits, minimising environmental losses
Watch: Signpost Series: Slurry – Maximising agricultural benefits, minimising environmental losses On this episode of the Signpost Series, Pat Murphy, Head of Environment KT, Teagasc was joined by Noel Meehan, ASSAP Programme Manager, Teagasc to discuss slurry – maximising agricultural benefits, minimising environmental losses. A questions and answers session took place at […]
24 February 2024
Natural Regeneration in Irish Woodlands: Seed Production
Natural Regeneration in Irish Woodlands: Seed Production Kevin O’Connell discusses the process of natural regeneration of trees and woodlands from seeds produced and germinated on site, focusing on four key principles: seed production, seed predation, germination, and establishment, and details factors influencing seed production such as tree age and size Natural regeneration […]
23 February 2024