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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
Teagasc marks Earth Day 2021
Teagasc marks Earth Day 2021 Teagasc marks Earth Day today. We reflect on ways in which we contribute to improving the Earth through our integrated research, advisory and training services to the agriculture & food industry and rural communities. Learn more here about Teagasc & the Environment, and A day in the […]
22 April 2021
The Casualty Pig
The Casualty Pig This decision tree poster aims to prevent unnecessary suffering by providing producers with the best course of action when dealing with a casualty pig. This month Teagasc Pig Development Department have produced a decision tree poster which aims to prevent unnecessary suffering by providing producers with the best course […]
22 April 2021
Could Coccidiosis be holding back your Calves?
Could Coccidiosis be holding back your Calves? Like cryptosporidia, coccidiosis is caused by protozoa but rather than present as a problem in calves shortly after birth, coccidiosis will tend to show in calves that are slightly older. Aidan Murray, Teagasc Beef Specialist has more information on the signs, treatment and prevention of […]
21 April 2021
Quality vs Quantity – how do I maximise silage yield per hectare?
Quality vs Quantity – how do I maximise silage yield per hectare? Teagasc Drystock advisor Joe Hand joins Catherine Egan on this week’s Beef Edge podcast to discuss how to maximise silage yield this year on your farm. Firstly, Joe highlights a number of factors which influence silage yield such as soil […]
21 April 2021