Articles
The role of catch crops in nitrogen uptake
The role of catch crops in nitrogen uptake Catch crops, also known as cover crops or green manure, are a valuable tool for protecting soil health and water quality. Dr. Bridget Lynch, Senior Researcher Officer in the Teagasc Agricultural Catchments Programme, tells us more. Catch crops are commonly used in Ireland as […]
28 August 2023
High risk time for bloat
High risk time for bloat Clover content is at its peak this time of year, so the risk of bloat can be higher. To reduce the risk of bloat occurring, farmers need to be consistent, reemploy the strip wire when allocating grass, use bloat oil, include fibre in the diet and manage […]
28 August 2023
Signpost Update: Scanning results and 200-day weights
Signpost Update: Scanning results and 200-day weights Ruairi Cummins, participant in the Teagasc Future Beef Programme and the Teagasc Signpost Programme, provides an update on his farm from the month of August, which includes a focus on scanning results, animal performance and preparing for weaning. The cows were scanned at the end […]
26 August 2023
‘Irish farms the most dangerous workplace by some distance’
‘Irish farms the most dangerous workplace by some distance’ Farm safety is one of the critical issues facing farming today and, in common with many other developed countries, farming in Ireland has a poor safety record. Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine with special responsibility for […]
26 August 2023
Slight easing of catch crop lie-back rule
Slight easing of catch crop lie-back rule The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine has confirmed changes to GAEC 6 of Conditionality in relation to the catch crop lie-back rule. Initially under GAEC 6, tillage farmers who intended to graze catch crops this winter were required to have a lie back […]
25 August 2023
Stubble cultivation and its role in controlling problem grass weeds
Stubble cultivation and its role in controlling problem grass weeds Stubble cultivations should be seen as a very useful integrated pest management (IPM) tool to control weeds. There has been a significant increase in the cases of problem grass weeds like bromes, wild oats and blackgrass being reported to Teagasc advisors again […]
25 August 2023
What you need to know about the new farm apprenticeship schemes
What you need to know about the new farm apprenticeship schemes Minister Simon Harris recently announced the launch of new farm apprenticeships. These new programmes mark an exciting stepping stone for both farms and farm staff, allowing the next generation of farmers access to the education they want and need, whilst still […]
25 August 2023
Tillage update: Focus turns to winter oilseed rape
Tillage update: Focus turns to winter oilseed rape Sowing winter oilseed rape this season? Shay Phelan, Teagasc Tillage Specialist, offers advice on sowing winter oilseed rape, including a focus on establishment, seeding rates and variety selection. Drilling of winter oilseed rape is now underway, although it is unlikely that the same overall […]
24 August 2023
Plan your rotation to reduce risk and comply with Cross Compliance rules
Plan your rotation to reduce risk and comply with Cross Compliance rules Planning for the 2024 harvest has begun on many farms and farmers should bear in mind the crop diversification rule, or three crop rule, is in force for 2024. Shay Phelan and Ciaran Collins, Tillage Specialists in Teagasc, are on […]
24 August 2023
Vacancy on Teagasc Authority
Vacancy on Teagasc Authority The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine invites applications from individuals who consider that they possess the skills, knowledge and experience to join the Teagasc Authority. The Teagasc Authority, consisting of 11 members, has representatives from farm organisations, the food industry, universities, the Department of Agriculture, Food […]
24 August 2023