Articles
Exploring a new BASELINE for Irish agriculture
Claudia Barry, Biodiversity Research Technician, Meritxell Grau Butinyac, FarmBioNet Project Manager, Dr. Saorla Kavanagh, FarmBioNet Project Coordinator & Research Officer, bring us insights from the Project BASELINE EIP launch, a farmer-led initiative focused on soil health, science and innovation.
6 March 2026
Opportunities to diversify are never too far from James O’Keeffe’s mind
Creating multiple income streams to develop a resilient farm business, James and Zita O’Keeffe, from Crossakiel, Co. Meath, are organic tillage farmers with a diversified farm holding. Dr Siobhán Kavanagh and John Mahon, Signpost Programme tells us more.
6 March 2026
Teagasc and UCC sign New MoU
Teagasc and University College Cork (UCC) have signed an updated Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), reaffirming their long-standing, valued, partnership. This MoU strengthens collaborative activity over the next five years across research, education and innovation in support of Ireland’s agri-food sector.
5 March 2026
Redstart delivering winter weight
Farming in Mourneabbey near Mallow, FutureBeef and Signpost Programme participant Kay O’Sullivan has farmed organically for the past 16 years, operating a mix of suckler beef, sheep and occasionally tillage enterprises. In this update, Kay focuses on the grazing management of a redstart crop, preparations for calving and animal performance.
5 March 2026
Advanced technology helps Irish agriculture detect and manage invasive species
Invasive species are an increasing threat to Ireland’s environment, wildlife and food production systems. Recent discoveries, including the appearance of Asian Hornets in Cork, have highlighted just how serious the risk can be. These invaders can alter ecosystems, disrupt natural processes, introduce disease, and cause significant damage to crop and habitats.
5 March 2026
Beef Road Map 2030
An overview of Ireland’s beef sector to 2030, outlining current performance, market outlook, sustainability priorities, and future targets.
5 March 2026
Barrow ‘Better Farming for Water – 8 Actions for Change’ Action Plan Officially Launched
The river Barrow, Better Farming for Water- 8 Actions for Change, Action Plan was officially launched yesterday, Wednesday, 4 March at Teagasc Oak Park.
5 March 2026
Beef 2030: Performance, Profit & Progress
Teagasc recently launched the Teagasc Enterprise Roadmaps and on this week’s Beef Edge podcast, Teagasc Head of Drystock, Pearse Kelly, and Beef Enterprise Leader, Dr. Paul Crosson at Teagasc Grange discuss current performance, market outlook, sustainability priorities and future targets for Irish beef.
4 March 2026
Embryo transfer in suckler herds
Embryo transfer (ET) has become an increasingly important breeding tool within the Irish beef industry, writes Future Beef Programme Advisor, Aisling Molloy, offering progressive farmers an opportunity to accelerate genetic gain and multiply the influence of elite females.
4 March 2026
Teagasc Advisory Newsletter – Beef
Welcome to the Teagasc March Beef Advisory Newsletter. In this edition, Teagasc Beef Specialist, Catherine Egan brings you timely advice on grassland management, calving and calf care, preparing the stock bull for the season ahead and calf rearing.
4 March 2026