Articles
Autumn Reseeding – Overcoming the extra challenges
Autumn Reseeding – Overcoming the extra challenges Traditionally many dairy farmers have looked to the autumn to carry out reseeding as their workloads reduce. Reseeding in the autumn presents far more challenges than early summer reseeds. James Moyles, Teagasc Advisor, Tullamore advises on the mistakes he has encountered with autumn reseeds. In […]
31 August 2021
Weigh Safely for BEEP-S
Weigh Safely for BEEP-S Peter Mullan, Teagasc Advisor Manorhamilton, issues a BEEP -S reminder to farmers to ensure to weigh BOTH cows & calves BEFORE calves are weaned. Peter has excellent advice for keeping the handler and animal safe in the weighing process and when handling cattle in general. He refers to […]
31 August 2021
Mating Ewe Lambs
Mating Ewe Lambs This year will probably see an increased interest in mating ewe lambs due to the high cost of breeding hoggets, as a result of the unprecedented sheep meat prices. Michael Gottstein, Teagasc Head of Sheep discusses steps sheep farmers should remember when considering whether or not to mate ewe […]
31 August 2021
Blackgrass – Cultural control options
Blackgrass – Cultural control options If herbicides controlled blackgrass, it would not be considered the problem it is. Unfortunately, if blackgrass appears in a field there is a good chance that it will be resistant to some or all of the available herbicides. Ciaran Collins, Tillage Specialist discusses Cultural control options here […]
31 August 2021
Sustainable Tomato Production
Sustainable Tomato Production David Currid, owner of Grantstown Nurseries is interviewed by Teagasc’s Head of the Horticulture Development Department (HDD), Dermot Callaghan. David gives some interesting insights into how he produces a crop sustainably without compromising on the quality of his product. Dermot Callaghan, Head of Teagasc Horticulture Development Department meets David […]
30 August 2021
Rural housing density in Ireland – Map of the Month
Rural housing density in Ireland – Map of the Month The August Map of the Month, created by Researchers David Meredith, Rob O’Hara and Jesko Zimmermann looks at the density of rural dwellings in Ireland. It clearly shows the impact of the road network, proximity to towns and cities, and general topography […]
29 August 2021
Teagasc Improve Aphid Monitoring Infrastructure
Teagasc Improve Aphid Monitoring Infrastructure In July 2021 Teagasc completed the construction of a 12.2m high insect suction tower at Ashtown Research Centre in Dublin. The tower will help to build understanding of aphid and insect ecology in Ireland. Researchers Michael Gaffney, Ashtown & Louise McNamara, Oak Park are involved in this […]
29 August 2021
Farm Forestry in Ireland
Farm Forestry in Ireland A farm forest provides many benefits, both financially and environmentally/socially. Forest options that can be incorporated on the farm include commercial conifers, broadleaves, native woodland, agroforestry and ‘forest for fibre’. Tom Houlihan, Forestry Specialist provides more information. Forestry benefits for farm families Generous funding available Afforestation Grant and […]
27 August 2021
Time for Spreading Lime
Time for Spreading Lime The benefits of correcting a lime deficiency are numerous. Lime can be safely spread any time of the year but planning and a more proactive approach to lime application would help increase application rates. John McCarthy, Teagasc/Dairygold Joint Programme Advisor has some advice on spreading lime. In the […]
26 August 2021
Organic Cereals
Organic Cereals The area devoted to organic cereal production in Ireland is relatively small, according to Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) figures. However, there is a strong demand from other organic farmers and cereal processors for home-produced grain. Is it an option for you? The natural immunity of plants […]
26 August 2021