Articles
Multi Species Sward Measure Closes on 4th April
0 Multi Species Sward Measure Closes on 4th April The Multi Species Sward Measure aims to encourage farmers to sow multi-species swards (MSS). Under this measure a payment will be made to participating Co-op/Agri-retailers to help farmers with the cost of buying multispecies sward seed mixtures. Closing date has been extended to Thursday […]
2 April 2022
The Tillage Incentive Scheme – A new Drive for native Grain
0 The Tillage Incentive Scheme – A new Drive for native Grain John Galvin, Drystock and Tillage Advisor, Teagasc Athenry, discusses the targeted intervention support package for farmers including a Multi-Species Sward Measure, Increased funding for Protein Crops and the Tillage Incentive Scheme (TIS). He then focuses on sowing spring Barley following grass […]
2 April 2022
Caution urged due to Orange Fire Warning
0 Caution urged due to Orange Fire Warning Teagasc is urging landowners and all involved in outdoor activity to exercise extreme caution and to heed the high level warning for fires in place this week. The current weather patterns have resulted in a high fire risk in all areas where hazardous fuels such […]
1 April 2022
Ramping up dairy genetic gain and beefing up your calf crop
0 Ramping up dairy genetic gain and beefing up your calf crop As we look to refine the breeding of the dairy herds of the future, replacements should come from the best genetics and best performing cows in the herd. Today’s dairy breeding article focuses on using both dairy and beef AI, from […]
1 April 2022
Analyses of the organic value chain in Ireland
0 Analyses of the organic value chain in Ireland Dan Clavin & Dr Yan Jin, Teagasc led this research in which a value chain mapping approach was undertaken using organic administrative data to understand the structure of the organic value chain, examining the distribution of organic farms in relation to their production systems […]
1 April 2022
Farming for soil health: assessing the impact of agricultural practice on soil biodiversity and functioning
0 Farming for soil health: assessing the impact of agricultural practice on soil biodiversity and functioning Soils are home to a staggering abundance and diversity of living organisms that are integral to the health and productivity of our farming systems. Dr Fiona Brennan, Teagasc Johnstown Castle, Co. Wexford aims to assess the impact […]
1 April 2022
Dealing with storm damage
0 Dealing with storm damage If you experienced windblow damage to your forest, don’t rush into decisions but instead put together a step-by-step plan. This will allow you to minimise risks while maximising the salvage value of the blown timber. Steven Meyen, Teagasc Forestry Development Officer has advice on what you can do […]
1 April 2022
Molly Harrison, PhD Student Pig Development Department
0 Molly Harrison, PhD Student Pig Development Department In this one of 11 PDD student videos, Postgraduate student Molly Harrison, Teagasc Pig Development Department discusses her Masters project researching the potential to diversify the Irish pig produce market. She will investigate the feasibility of a high-welfare pig farm assurance scheme in Ireland Postgraduate […]
1 April 2022
New study demonstrates the effect of pasture versus concentrate diets on the aroma of raw bovine milk
New study demonstrates the effect of pasture versus concentrate diets on the aroma of raw bovine milk New research from Teagasc and University College Cork has demonstrated that the odour of raw milk is both directly and indirectly influenced by bovine diet. The study, published in Frontiers in Nutrition, is the first […]
31 March 2022
Get more grass for your money
Get more grass for your money If you’re planning to use less fertiliser, simple grassland management techniques can help maintain the farm’s stocking rate, as well as replenishing winter feed stocks. Philip Creighton Sheep Enterprise Leader, and Damian Costello Sheep specialist, Teagasc Athenry provide good advice on what to do Teagasc advisor […]
31 March 2022