Articles
Lessons in attracting and retaining dairy farm workers
Lessons in attracting and retaining dairy farm workers Flexible hours and good working conditions are key to attracting and retaining staff says Martina Gormley Teagasc Dairy Specialist, Athenry. Martina takes a look outside of agriculture to see what other businesses are doing to meet this challenge. Eugene and Dymphna Sharkey, share their […]
15 August 2022
Teagasc Equine at the Dublin Horse Show
Teagasc Equine at the Dublin Horse Show The 2022 Dublin Horse Show takes place from August 17 – 21 in the RDS and is a celebration of Ireland’s affinity with the horse. From the best show horses to international competitors there is something for everyone. Make sure you visit Teagasc’s Equine Department […]
15 August 2022
Weaning and Cobalt Supplementation of Lambs
Weaning and Cobalt Supplementation of Lambs Trace element deficiency can be an issue in some sheep producing areas and it is known that the concentration of trace elements vary significantly during the grazing season. The main trace elements of concern in sheep production are cobalt copper, iodine and selenium. Weaning Weaning should […]
14 August 2022
Growing wild – Privet and Lady’s Bedstraw
Growing wild – Privet and Lady’s Bedstraw Catherine Keena, Teagasc Countryside Management Specialist takes a closer look at some of our native Irish biodiversity to look out for in the countryside. Here she shares some interesting facts of nature about Privet and Lady’s Bedstraw Privet Look out for privet, a semi-evergreen shrub […]
14 August 2022
The Production of Ice Cream
The Production of Ice Cream Since the turn of the century and the development of the ice cream cone, the worldwide growth in consumption has been phenomenal, with over 12 billion litres of ice cream consumed each year in the USA and China alone. The Teagasc Food Industry Development Department has more […]
13 August 2022
Do you listen to podcasts?
Do you listen to podcasts? Podcasts are audio shows that anyone with an iPhone, Android phone or computer can listen to. You can listen anywhere and anytime. Teagasc offer a full suite of free podcasts tailored to your enterprise. We’d like to hear your opinion on our podcasts The Teagasc podcasts cover […]
13 August 2022
Forest fires – we can all help
Forest fires – we can all help As Forestry Advisor Steven Meyen writes this, Europe burns. Huge fires are destroying thousands of hectares of forests across Europe during this latest and not last heatwave. Mediterranean countries are worst affected but central & western European countries including Ireland are also suffering. What we […]
12 August 2022
Rural Diversification
Rural Diversification Many farmers and rural dwellers are interested in enterprise diversification. While diversification may not be practicable for every farmer, well planned and seasoned projects can create new sources of income for farmers. Seámus Lordan, Teagasc Advisor, Macroom has interesting advice. There are countless possibilities when trying to identify a realistic […]
12 August 2022
Pointers for Beef Cattle In Warm weather.
Pointers for Beef Cattle In Warm weather. Heat stress is not something that we have to worry too much about in this country but occasionally we are exposed to unusually high temperatures. With that in mind it is important to be vigilant around stock. Beef specialist Aidan Murray has some advice for […]
12 August 2022
Pointers for Sheep Farmers in Hot Weather
Pointers for Sheep Farmers in Hot Weather The current high temperatures being experienced will put pressure on livestock and operators alike. Sheep specialist Ciaran Lynch gives a couple of points to consider in the short term: Check water supplies daily and ensure free access for all livestock. Provide some shelter by moving […]
12 August 2022