Articles
The latest developments in Irish apple production
Apple growers and others from the horticulture sector visited the Experimental Orchard at Teagasc, Oak Park, Carlow, recently where Teagasc researchers provided an Apple Research Update on the latest developments in Irish apple production.
28 April 2026
Nematodirus in lambs
Focused on the peak hatching period, clinical signs and treatment options, Dr. Orla Keane, Senior Researcher in the Animal & Bioscience Department in Teagasc, shares key advice on controlling Nematodirus in lambs.
28 April 2026
Practical advice: Making the best use of nutrients in 2026
Better nutrient management and planning, correcting soil fertility through liming, making full use of organic manures and incorporating clover into grazing swards are all strategies farmers can employ during a year of heightened fertiliser prices.
27 April 2026
A turn in conditions
Nikki Kennedy, Teagasc Grass10 Advisor, discusses the challenges brought about by difficult weather conditions and outlines steps to manage grass growth and grazing heading into summer.
27 April 2026
Maximising sexed semen success
Relative to 2021, the use of sex-sorted semen on Irish dairy farms has increased 400%. To optimise conception rates from this technology, there are several important factors dairy farmers need to consider.
27 April 2026
Streamlining farm work with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) help improve work efficiency, consistency and safety by clearly outlining how farm tasks should be done. However, only 31% of farms use written SOPs, but those that do report fewer frustrations and better task performance.
27 April 2026
5 questions to ask before buying a new stock bull
Buying a stock bull is a major investment, so it is worth asking a few key questions before making a decision.
26 April 2026
Why high quality silage is better for ewes. And you
Teagasc research has highlighted the potential to reduce concentrates fed to ewes in late pregnancy when high feed value silage is available. Damian Costello, Sheep Specialist, Teagasc Animal & Grassland Research & Innovation Programme, Mellows Centre, Athenry, tells us more.
26 April 2026
How dairy farmers can ensure genetic progress
Fewer dairy bull calves is generally positive but presents a risk to genetic gain that will need to be managed. Stuart Childs, Teagasc Dairy Specialist, tells us more.
25 April 2026
Nitrogen fertiliser: Will it give a return on sheep farms?
Elevated fertiliser prices and lower application rates over recent years has many sheep farmers questioning the value of chemical nitrogen applications to grow grass this spring.
25 April 2026