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Tillage Update 29th April 2021
Tillage Update 29th April 2021 The promise of some weekend rain is welcome as soil moisture deficits are running close to 40mm in many parts of the country. Winter crops are generally growing well but many later sown spring crops are struggling with the dry cold conditions as Michael Hennessy, Head of […]
29 April 2021
Spring Malting Barley Series – Aphid Weed control
Spring Malting Barley Series – Aphid Weed control The second video in our spring malting barley series focuses on weed control and Aphid control for spring malting barley crops. Eoin Lyons Teagasc/Boortmalt Joint Programme Advisor outlines approaches that growers can take for the control of both weeds and aphids in crops. There […]
29 April 2021
Taking care of the Farmer and farm problems
Taking care of the Farmer and farm problems Catherine Egan Teagasc Beef Specialist has some very important advice here about taking care of typical problems on the farm. She points out all the ways your Teagasc Advisor can help. After a difficult Spring the Number 1 priority should be to take care […]
28 April 2021
Advantages of rotational grazing systems for Sheep
Advantages of rotational grazing systems for Sheep Set stocking or continuous grazing systems are commonly operated on Irish sheep farms: sheep graze the same grassland area throughout the grazing season. Rotational grazing systems offer greater flexibility in grassland management, as Philip Creighton, Teagasc Grassland Researcher, Athenry outlines Rotational grazing systems offer greater […]
27 April 2021
Major Focus on Clover establishment and Management in 2021
Major Focus on Clover establishment and Management in 2021 A clover booklet ‘Management and establishment of grass-white clover swards’ for 2021 is being launched by Teagasc today, Monday, 26 April. Agriculture in Ireland is under ever increasing pressure to reduce nitrogen fertiliser use, reduce greenhouse gas emissions and increase nitrogen use efficiency […]
26 April 2021
The Importance of Wetlands
The Importance of Wetlands A combination of geology and abundant rain has endowed Ireland with an extraordinary array of wetlands covering some 20% of the country. While most wetlands occur naturally they may also be artificially created. Mary Roache Mayo ASSAP Advisor has examples of a variety of wetlands that occur on […]
26 April 2021
Thinking of becoming an Organic Farmer?
Thinking of becoming an Organic Farmer? With the reopening of the Organic Farming Scheme in March many farmers are wondering is organics an option for them. As the scheme closes on Friday 30th April 2021 the window of time to make the decision to join and complete the necessary paperwork is tight. […]
26 April 2021
Spraying accurately
Spraying accurately Spraying plant protection products (fungicides, insecticides and herbicides) is a critical operation on most crop producing farms. Dermot Forristal, Teagasc Research Officer has practical advice here on application rate, nozzles, correct spraying pressure & forward speed, and developing technology The annual spend of a standard programme of plant protection products […]
25 April 2021
Tree and hedge management in Ballyhaise College
Tree and hedge management in Ballyhaise College Steven Meyen, Forestry Development Officer, Teagasc talks from experience about how trees can add so much to farm hedges. Benefits include shelter, biodiversity, improvement in microclimate, carbon sequestration and landscape value. We also get a glimpse of tree and hedge management at Ballyhaise (Field corners […]
23 April 2021
Low milk fat at grass – explained
Low milk fat at grass – explained Cows in most cases are often milking very well, have good appetites and look otherwise healthy. So, why the low milk fat?John McNamara, Co-ordinator of the Teagasc/Carbery Joint programme, explains why low milk fat at grass can arise. John also has some key management guidelines […]
23 April 2021