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February focus: Fresh cows, quality colostrum and early grazing planning

Padraig O’Connor, Dairy Technician with Teagasc in Grange, joins Stuart Childs on this episode of the Dairy Edge podcast, sharing tips and advice for the month of February.
5 February 2026

A national survey: What do Irish consumers value in apples?

Apples are among the most widely consumed fruits in Ireland. However, more than 90% of the apples available on the Irish market are currently imported.
5 February 2026

All-Island Research Conference to Advance Solutions for Sustainable Agriculture and Land-Use

In May this year, experts across Ireland will gather for an inaugural conference with a focus on ‘Agriculture and Land-use in Ireland – Pathways to a Sustainable Future’. The conference will enhance all-island collaboration and provide important evidence-based insights on mitigation, adaptation and sustainable land management.
4 February 2026

Dairy calf to beef: Healthy starts, strong finishes

For the third part of the ‘Dairy Calf to Beef’ series on the Beef Edge podcast, vet Tommy Heffernan joins Catherine Egan to discuss the key areas to ensure a healthy calf and developing a sustainable and profitable dairy beef system.
4 February 2026

Managing your sheep farm through February

From grassland management to feeding ewes pre-lambing, Damian Costello, Sheep Specialist, Teagasc, Athenry, Co. Galway, shares some essential tips for managing your sheep flock through February.
4 February 2026

Updating your SCEP reference number and keeping track of actions

Farmers participating in the Suckler Carbon Efficiency Programme (SCEP) are reminded that changes to their reference number – if required – must be completed before the closing date on February 12, 2026, Teagasc Beef Specialist, Niall Kerins shares some key guidance.
4 February 2026

33 locations announced for Teagasc Forestry One-to-One Clinics

The Teagasc Forestry Development Department has announced 33 locations for its upcoming series of One-to-One Forestry Clinics, offering attendees an excellent opportunity to take an independent look at how forestry can add to farm income, sustainability, tax and labour efficiency
3 February 2026

Late pregnancy nutrition – getting the basics right

Late pregnancy feeding will have a big influence on flock performance at lambing time, including lamb birth weights and ewe colostrum production. Dr. Frank Campion, Teagasc Research Officer, shares some essential tips and guidance as the lambing season fast approaches.
3 February 2026

Taking stock: Ewe numbers, markets and the road ahead for sheep farming

Darren Carty, Sheep and Schemes Editor with the Irish Farmers Journal, joins this week’s 300th episode of OviCast for a wide-ranging conversation.
3 February 2026

Examine all costs now

As the New Year progresses and the workload of the upcoming calving campaign kicks off, Dairy Specialist at Teagasc, Patrick Gowing reminds dairy farmers to take stock of how their systems performed in 2025 and to identify changes for the coming year.
3 February 2026