Articles
Previous conflict and COVID-19 weakening machinery sharing in the uplands
Facing challenges including low profitability, labour shortages, difficult terrain and limited access to machinery, the role of technology sharing – involving shared machinery and labour – was assessed as part of a Teagasc/UCD study to improve farm efficiency, reduce costs and support sustainable land management in upland areas.
31 October 2026
Halloween in Ireland – Turnips, Bats and Pumpkin Facts
This Halloween, Teagasc Daily explores the stories behind three seasonal favourites: pumpkins, bats and turnips. Plus, hear what Éanna Ní Lamhna has to say about bats, Bram Stoker and vampires on The Environment Edge podcast.
31 October 2026
New Environmental Requirements for Smaller Pig Farms
Gerard McCutcheon joins Melissa Cupido on the Pig Edge podcast to discuss what producers need to know about new environmental requirements for smaller pig farms.
30 October 2026
Calving management – pre-planned precautions needed for safety
From a safety perspective, non-fatal injuries, survivor experiences, or near-misses at calving time are often under reported on Irish farms.
30 October 2026
Improving piglet welfare through commingling and better hygiene
Mario Ornelas, Postdoctoral Researcher, explains how commingling and improved hygiene can reduce post-weaning aggression and diarrhoea.
30 October 2026
Global grain markets: What Irish farmers need to know
Global events are having an increasingly direct impact on agricultural markets, with rising fuel costs, geopolitical tensions and disruptions to international trade all influencing grain prices.
29 October 2026
Major Teagasc Water Quality Conference in November
This year’s upcoming Teagasc Water Quality Conference focuses on farm compliance, reducing nutrient losses to water and the role of good farming practices in protecting water quality. The event provides an opportunity to share experiences, discuss challenges and identify practical actions to improve water quality across Ireland.
29 October 2026
Deadline approaching to check fertiliser purchases on National Fertiliser Database
Farmers are reminded that the deadline to check their fertiliser purchases on the National Fertiliser Database is fast approaching.
29 October 2026
Housing cattle: 5 steps to protect performance
Preparing cattle and facilities for winter housing is essential for maintaining animal health, achieving good winter weight gain and improving profitability on beef farms, Teagasc Cattle Specialist, David Argue shares five key tips for beef farmers when getting winter ready.
29 October 2026
BYDV control – to spray or not to spray?
Teagasc Crops Specialist, Shay Phelan delves into the advice and research relating to BYDV control over the next couple of weeks, asking growers will they apply an insecticide on current crops or not?
29 October 2026