Articles
Ewe management after weaning
Ewe management after weaning Weaning time gives farmers a chance to press the reset button on thin ewes, writes Michael Gottstein, Teagasc Head of Sheep Knowledge Transfer, who looks at strategies to ensure ewes recuperate after weaning. We are seeing a lot of thin ewes on farms at mating time. It is […]
19 July 2024
In pictures: Reeling in the years as Oak Park Crops Research Centre celebrates 60
In pictures: Reeling in the years as Oak Park Crops Research Centre celebrates 60 Visitors from far and wide visited Teagasc Oak Park on Saturday, July 13, as 60 years of agricultural innovation were celebrated at the Teagasc Crops Research Centre. Described as a ‘journey through time’ by some in attendance, machinery […]
19 July 2024
A look at the Forest Roads Scheme 2023-2027
A look at the Forest Roads Scheme 2023-2027 Forest roads provide crucial access to and within a forest, writes Tom Houlihan of the Teagasc Forestry Development Department, who takes a closer look at the Forest Roads Scheme. Suitable forest roads assist inspection and management, provide and facilitate forest fire protection, permit economic […]
19 July 2024
“Branching Out” by Teagasc Launched: A Comprehensive Guide to Farm Diversification
“Branching Out” by Teagasc Launched: A Comprehensive Guide to Farm Diversification At the Energy and Farm Diversification show at Gurteen Agricultural College, the eagerly anticipated publication “Branching Out” by Teagasc was officially launched. This essential new guide is designed to support farmers and their families in navigating the complexities of farm diversification. […]
19 July 2024
Fence water courses to prevent cattle access
Fence water courses to prevent cattle access Fencing off watercourses to prevent cattle access is recognised as one of the ‘8-Actions for Change’ within the Teagasc Better Farming for Water Campaign, and visitors to the recent Farming for a Better Future Open Day, held in Teagasc Johnstown Castle, heard of the benefits […]
18 July 2024
How improved genetics is helping to grow better crops
How improved genetics is helping to grow better crops Not all crop varieties which could be available to Irish farmers are suitable to be grown in Ireland. On this week’s Tillage Edge podcast, Tim O’Donovan, Technical Director at Seedtech, chats through the varieties which are available and why these are suitable to […]
18 July 2024
Tillage crop area remains steady despite challenges
Tillage crop area remains steady despite challenges The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine has released figures indicating that the overall area of tillage crops in Ireland for 2024 remains relatively stable, despite facing significant weather challenges. The total tillage area, including cereals, maize, oilseed rape (OSR), protein crops, and beet, […]
18 July 2024
Western diets pose greater risk of cancer and IBD – APC study finds
Western diets pose greater risk of cancer and IBD – APC study finds Western diets pose a greater risk of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and colorectal cancer, according to a milestone review of what people eat around the world. The study of six prevalent diets has examined how what we consume impacts […]
18 July 2024
Best practices to protect your herd against TB
Best practices to protect your herd against TB Roisin Scully, KT Masters Student, Teagasc Ballinrobe, shares key areas to manage within your farm gate to reduce the incidence of TB. Incidents of bovine tuberculosis (TB) have been reported to be increasing, even within the last year, despite mandatory herd testing. While many […]
17 July 2024
Reducing the finishing age nationally
Reducing the finishing age nationally Reducing the mean finishing age of prime beef cattle from 26 to 22-23 months by 2030 is fundamental to achieving Ireland’s 25% reduction in greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from agriculture. On this week’s episode of the Beef Edge podcast, Teagasc researcher Paul Smith discusses this topic. Paul […]
17 July 2024