Articles
Taking the stress out of calving
Taking the stress out of calving Calving is a stressful time for both the farmer and the animal. To try and reduce this stress and ensure a successful calving period we must be prepared. So Martina Harrington Teagasc Beef Specialist has the tips needed to ensure calving goes smooth and it all […]
16 February 2022
Organic Manure Factsheet
Organic Manure Factsheet Teagasc recently published a compendium of 20 factsheets providing the latest technical advice on soils, nutrients and fertiliser. The third of these is about Organic manure and can be read here. All 20 will be published here on Teagasc Daily Farmers are urged to focus on Nutrient management planning, […]
15 February 2022
Funding Call Now Open to Support European Farm Advisors to Embrace Digital Tools and Technologies
Funding Call Now Open to Support European Farm Advisors to Embrace Digital Tools and Technologies The FAIRshare (Farm Advisory Digital Innovation Tools Realised and Shared) project launched in November 2018 and it aims to enable a more digitally active farm and farm advisory community. Bridging the digital divide The project focuses on […]
15 February 2022
Concentrate protein source impacts on animal performance
Concentrate protein source impacts on animal performance A study was undertaken at Teagasc Athenry to evaluate the effect of source of concentrate protein, and concentrate feed level on the performance of ewes in late pregnancy and the performance of their lambs. Dr Tim Keady, Research Officer shows ingredient composition is more important […]
15 February 2022
The effect of temperature on the performance of young calves
The effect of temperature on the performance of young calves With calving well underway, now is a good time to review factors affecting growth rate in the young calf. George Ramsbottom, Teagasc Dairy Specialist focuses on the effect of temperature on the performance of young calves and has practical advice for keeping […]
14 February 2022
Roses, not just for Valentine’s Day
Roses, not just for Valentine’s Day Well today it’s all about Roses also known as the queen of flowers. But do you know the meaning behind the colour of a Rose? On Valentine’s day Margie Phillips, Technician, Teagasc, College of Amenity Horticulture, National Botanic Gardens tells us many interesting facts about this […]
14 February 2022
Self-catering accommodation in agritourism
Self-catering accommodation in agritourism Tourism is one of Ireland’s most important economic sectors in which rural tourism can contribute enormously. Self-catering is a seasonal enterprise, usually from May to September. Barry Caslin Teagasc, Rural Economy, has advice on setting up Self-catering accommodation in agritourism Self Catering (PDF) Introduction In 2018, it generated an […]
13 February 2022
Developing Rural Ireland in the Twentieth Century
Developing Rural Ireland in the Twentieth Century Teagasc and the Social Sciences Research Centre (SSRC) at NUI, Galway are hosting an online event on Thursday 17 February at 4pm. The event will showcase the recent landmark publication on Irish agricultural and rural history, Developing Rural Ireland, and will also feature a panel discussion […]
13 February 2022
Failure of Passive Transfer
Failure of Passive Transfer Foals are born without protective immunity against infectious disease organisms. All foals require “passive transfer” of antibodies that are found in the mare’s first milk, or colostrum. Failure of passive transfer (F.P.T.) of immunity occurs if a foal does not obtain enough quality colostrum What is Failure of […]
13 February 2022
Advice on Liming Factsheet
Advice on Liming Factsheet Teagasc recently published a compendium of 20 factsheets providing the latest technical advice on soils, nutrients and fertiliser. The second of these is about Liming and can be read here. All 20 will be published here on Teagasc Daily Farmers are urged to focus on Nutrient management planning, […]
12 February 2022