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2022 Teagasc National Pig Herd Performance Report
2022 Teagasc National Pig Herd Performance Report The 2022 Teagasc National Pig Herd Performance Report is hot off the press, showing some changes in our key performance indicators for 2022. On the latest Pig Edge podcast, Specialised Pig Advisor Ger McCutcheon joins Amy Quinn to discuss the report and interpret the figures […]
26 May 2023
Apply now for the Teagasc/UCD Knowledge Transfer Masters Programme
Apply now for the Teagasc/UCD Knowledge Transfer Masters Programme The Teagasc/UCD Knowledge Transfer Masters Programme has been developed specifically to build the competencies for careers in agricultural advisory and education services – whether in the public or private sector. On completion of these programmes, graduates will be competent agricultural advisors, committed to […]
26 May 2023
Blackgrass raising its head
Blackgrass raising its head As winter cereals enter the finishing straight, there have been a few reports this week of blackgrass raising its head above the canopy. Ciaran Collins, Teagasc Crops Specialist, tells us more. Worryingly some of these reports have come from farmers who previously did not have a blackgrass problem. […]
25 May 2023
Update from Don Somers’ farm in Wexford
Update from Don Somers’ farm in Wexford The poor spring weather was a key topic on the latest Tillage Edge podcast, when Michael Hennessy chatted to both Don Somers, a farmer from Wexford, who is also participating in the Signpost Programme, and John Mahon, his Tillage Signpost Advisor. Don said he was […]
25 May 2023
Assessing the biodiversity management practices of your linear habitats
Assessing the biodiversity management practices of your linear habitats Biodiversity management practices undertaken by farmers are a key element of farm sustainability. There is a need to include biodiversity management in the assessment of farm sustainability. This article draws on existing evidence and literature to inform the development of an innovative, affordable, […]
25 May 2023
Energy and Farm Diversification Show launched
Energy and Farm Diversification Show launched The launch of the Energy and Farm Diversification Show (formerly the Energy in Agriculture Show) took place in Dublin on Tuesday, May 23rd. The one day show incorporates a large trade exhibitor showcase, outdoor practical demonstrations, networking opportunities with industry experts and an extensive talks programme. […]
25 May 2023
Teagasc hosts symposium on Listeria monocytogenes in food
Teagasc hosts symposium on Listeria monocytogenes in food Over 100 scientists and food industry stakeholders gathered at Teagasc Food Research Centre, Ashtown on the 24th and 25th May for the 2023 Symposium on Listeria monocytogenes in Foods: Recent Advances and Outstanding Questions. The two-day symposium brings together researchers interested in all aspects […]
25 May 2023
Watch: Teagasc Pig Open Day 2023
Watch: Teagasc Pig Open Day 2023 The Teagasc Pig Development Department held their Pig Open Day on May 9th and 11th over two locations, Moorepark Research and Innovation Centre, Fermoy, and Ballyhaise Agricultural College. This was the first large in person pig research event since 2019. Delegates were welcomed to the event […]
25 May 2023
What will impact silage quality this year?
What will impact silage quality this year? Teagasc Grass10 advisor, Joseph Dunphy, is on this week’s episode of the Beef Edge podcast to discuss grazing management on farms at the moment and the dos and don’ts when it comes to harvesting silage. Teagasc Grass10 advisor, Joseph Dunphy, is on this week’s episode […]
24 May 2023
Des Powell – lambing went reasonably well this year
Des Powell – lambing went reasonably well this year Des Powell, Nenagh, Co. Tipperary, operates a sheep and beef farm in conjunction with his parents George and Frieda. Here he gives us an update on his farm for May. Lambing complete I am glad to be out the other side of lambing. […]
24 May 2023