Articles
Working conditions hold the key to farming’s future, European conference hears
Europe's largest survey of working life, carried out by the EU agency Eurofound, has unearthed some important findings in relation to farmer job satisfaction and career prospects.
3 November 2026
Forage crops: Correct practices when grazing
Frank Campion, researcher at Teagasc Athenry, focuses on forage crops and the management practices farmers need to implement in terms of gradual introduction, utilisation and grazing strategies.
3 November 2026
Feeding replacement heifers this winter
With many heifers currently housed or planning to be housed in the next two weeks, Teagasc Dairy Specialist, Martina Gormley reminds farmers of the fundaments of hitting replacement heifer target weights and feeding heifers correctly over the winter months.
3 November 2026
Sheep Management Notes – November 2026
From complying with sheep schemes, monitoring mating progress, grassland management and the importance of adequate treatment for liver fluke, Teagasc Sheep Specialist, Damian Costello shares management notes for the month ahead.
3 November 2026
Protecting water quality this November – 5 key tips
Focusing on aspects of the National Agricultural Inspection Programme (NAIP), silage quality testing and ways to reduce sediment on your farm, this month’s Teagasc Better Farming for Water Campaign 5 top tips outline practical actions that can be adopted on your farm.
2 November 2026
Uplands Symposium programme announced
A day of discussion and knowledge sharing on the future of Ireland’s uplands will take centre stage at the Uplands Symposium 2026.
2 November 2026
Best practice when drying off – a practical guide
As the end of lactation approaches, getting the drying-off process right is important to ensure good udder health and to set cows up correctly for the next lactation.
2 November 2026
A small job that could pay dividends for years
John McCabe, Advisor on the Teagasc-Aurivo Joint Programme, reminds dairy farmers that a small investment of time this autumn could pay dividends in years to come.
2 November 2026
Scope to increase farmer awareness of Pollution Impact Potential Maps
A study completed as part of the Teagasc/UCD Master’s Programme has shed new light on farmer and advisor awareness of EPA developed Pollution Impact Potential (PIP) maps, a valuable decision support tool for identifying areas where nutrients are most likely to enter watercourses and affect water quality.
1 November 2026
Early finishing the focus in Elphin
Getting cattle finished early is the main goal of the calf-to-beef system on this Roscommon farm. Through a recent Today’s Farm article, Teagasc DairyBeef 500 Advisor, Tommy Cox tells us more.
1 November 2026