Articles
Getting the timing right with sexed semen
Getting the timing right with sexed semen Timing is everything when it comes to using sexed semen during the breeding season. Getting it right can make a difference, Teagasc Dairy Specialist, Stuart Childs explains why in this article. Sexed semen has grown in popularity in recent years and has increased dramatically in […]
28 April 2025
Identifying and dealing with problem cows
Identifying and dealing with problem cows On every farm, a proportion of cows will not display behavioural heat (anoestrus) at the start of the breeding period. Here are some tips on identifying these cows and putting in corrective measures on farm to address with the problem. The return to normal cyclic ovarian […]
28 April 2025
Don’t miss a heat
Don’t miss a heat With the dairy breeding season having commenced, regular and effective heat detection is critical in order to hit the key breeding performance indicators. Central to achieving the desired 90% 6-week calving rate, a 365-day calving interval and a planned empty rate of less than 8% over a 12-week […]
28 April 2025
Sire Advice with ICBF’s Dan O’Riordan
Sire Advice with ICBF’s Dan O’Riordan Some 18 years since it was first made available to farmers, Dan O’Riordan of the ICBF joins Stuart Childs on this week’s episode of the Dairy Edge podcast to discuss the Sire Advice Programme. Dan first explains what Sire Advice is and how it works to […]
28 April 2025
Handing the farm over to the next generation
Handing the farm over to the next generation With the average age of Irish farmers now 59, succession is one of the biggest challenges facing farming. Teagasc Farm Management Specialist, Klara McGriskin looks at the essential steps for a smooth succession process. If not properly planned, farm succession can lead to uncertainty, […]
27 April 2025
Signpost dairy farm walk heading for Tipperary
Signpost dairy farm walk heading for Tipperary Dairy farmer, Edwin Thompson will host a Teagasc Signpost Farm Walk on his farm in Golden, Co. Tipperary on April 29. A participant in the Signpost Programme and supplying Arrabawn Tipperary Co-op, Edwin has made huge strides in terms of sustainable farming practices in recent […]
27 April 2025
Let’s Talk Equine – Gut Health
Let’s Talk Equine – Gut Health On this episode of Let’s Talk Equine, host Wendy Conlon, Teagasc Equine Specialist was joined by Kerrie Kavanagh, Head of Microbiology at the Irish Equine Centre. Kerrie gave a fascinating insight into the power of microorganisms in the equine gut and the numerous factors that can […]
27 April 2025
Listen: Managing grass supply and a preview of upcoming reseeding events
Listen: Managing grass supply and a preview of upcoming reseeding events For this week’s Grass10 grazing management update, Joseph Dunphy discusses managing grass supply, he previews upcoming reseeding events and has a grazing update from John Cashen, Co. Tipperary. Listen in below: For more tips and advice, visit this week’s Grass10 newsletter […]
26 April 2025
Cutting farm emissions: Know your entitlements
Cutting farm emissions: Know your entitlements Communications and Engagement Specialist with the Teagasc Signpost Programme, Dr. Siobhán Kavanagh takes a closer look at the supports available to farmers to reduce greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) emissions. Farmers see themselves as custodians of their land and want to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, enhance biodiversity, […]
26 April 2025
Breeding both beef and replacements
Breeding both beef and replacements Future Beef Programme Advisor, Aisling Molloy provides insights into the breeding plans on Aonghusa Fahy’s farm in Co. Galway, and Wesley Browne’s farm Co. Monaghan – two herds looking to complement their cows’ traits with the sires selected. Aonghusa Fahy Breeding started on April 24, with 30 […]
26 April 2025