Articles
Can Ireland’s lost elm trees return to our landscapes?
In a recent RTÉ Brainstorm article, Karuna Shrestha, Teagasc Walsh Scholar, and Dheeraj Rathore, Teagasc Tree Improvement Research Officer, discussed their research on the conservation and genetic improvement of ash, elm and other forest tree species in Ireland.
3 July 2026
Managing Salmonella in Irish Pig Production
Bárbara Terezo, Teagasc Walsh Scholar, discusses some of the current approaches to Salmonella control in Irish pig production.
3 July 2026
‘This is Beef Farming’ Photo Competition Winners Announced in Teagasc Grange
The ‘This is Beef Farming’ photo competition, run by Teagasc and kindly sponsored by FBD, highlighted the multiple things that make Irish beef farming great! The competition was open for entries in the run up to the BEEF2026 Open Day.
3 July 2026
Soil health matters to boost yields
At the recent Johnstown Castle Research Centre Open Day, Michael Hennessy caught up with Dr. Fiona Brennan, a Teagasc Senior Researcher in Soil Microbiology, to talk about soil health and how tillage farmers can keep their soils in top condition.
2 July 2026
Pre-harvest crop walks – some of the most valuable hours of the farming year
Before harvest tunnel vision sets in, Teagasc Crops Specialist, Ciaran Collins reminds growers that a few hours assessing crops now can lead to better decisions, improved crop performance and increased profitability in the seasons ahead.
2 July 2026
5 practical steps to improve water quality on your farm this July
From the correct management of catch and forage crops to liming and farm roadway maintenance, the Teagasc Better Farming for Water Campaign shares 5 top tips to protect water quality on your farm this July.
2 July 2026
Transitioning from conventional dairy to organic beef in Co. Tipperary
Pat Maher, a Growing Organics Demonstration Farmer, is transitioning his farm from a conventional dairy enterprise, operating under the Nitrates Derogation, to an organic suckler beef system.
2 July 2026
Labour-efficient DairyBeef 500 participants to host national farm walk
Operating a predominantly early maturing steer system in Cappadavock, near Tuam, Co. Galway, DairyBeef 500 participants, Olivia and Keith Lowry will host a national farm walk on Thursday, July 9. John Kilboyle, Drystock Enterprise Advisor, Teagasc Galway/Clare, previews the event.
2 July 2026
Improving Grazing Performance at Teagasc BEEF2026
Teagasc Researcher, Peter Doyle, and Grass 10 Advisor, Nikki Kennedy, join this week’s Beef Edge to discuss the grazing demonstration at BEEF2026 taking place at Teagasc Grange.
1 July 2026
Beef finishing: Pick a system and stick to it
Beef farmers should focus on optimising nutrition within their chosen beef system rather than moving between different systems in reaction to short-term changes in market prices.
1 July 2026