Articles
Advancements to maximise the value of nutrients in slurry for cereal crops
Advancements to maximise the value of nutrients in slurry for cereal crops John Mahon, Teagasc Signpost Tillage Advisor, tells us about how advancements in machinery technology have improved management of slurry application to cereal crops allowing optimisation of nutrient recovery and lower chemical fertiliser costs. Many Irish tillage farmers have recognised the […]
24 March 2025
Maximising Beef without Compromising on Calving
Maximising Beef without Compromising on Calving Beef from the dairy herd makes up nearly 66% of the national kill in Ireland. This proportion will likely increase in the future. Stuart Childs, Teagasc Dairy Specialist, and Dan O’Riordan, ICBF, explain how farmers can balance easy calving with strong beef traits, getting the best […]
24 March 2025
Industrial Hemp Conference Demonstrates Ireland’s Potential in Sustainable Agriculture and Industry
Industrial Hemp Conference Demonstrates Ireland’s Potential in Sustainable Agriculture and Industry The Industrial Hemp Conference, hosted by Teagasc and Textile Composites International, brought together a diverse group of experts, farmers, policymakers, and innovators to explore the transformative potential of industrial hemp in Ireland’s agriculture and industry. Barry Caslin, tells us more. The […]
23 March 2025
Farm Update with Cathal Irwin, Future Beef Farmer
Farm Update with Cathal Irwin, Future Beef Farmer Grass growth is the big challenge this year on Cathal Irwin’s beef farm, he is focusing on soil fertility, slurry management, and feed quality to maximise productivity and keep his herd thriving. Cathal faced a challenge for growing enough grass on his farm this […]
23 March 2025
Dairy breeding tips for the coming season
Dairy breeding tips for the coming season Have you selected your AI bull team for the 2025 breeding season? Niamh Lynch, a Dairy Advisor based in Teagasc Longford, has some key tips to make this task easier. A lot of effort goes into selecting the AI bulls being used on dairy farms […]
23 March 2025
Reducing stress on your farm in 2025
Reducing stress on your farm in 2025 Planning your workload is key to reduce stress and make life easier during busy periods on your farm. Marion Fox, B&T Drystock Advisor, Teagasc Galway/Clare, shares five areas farmers should focus on to help reduce stress over 2025. The farmer is a very important person […]
22 March 2025
Adhering to buffer zones
Adhering to buffer zones When farmers are applying fertilisers and pesticides, they need to be aware that they are required to utilise riparian buffer zones to minimise any potential losses to water, Teagasc Soils and Environment Advisor in Castlerea, Kieran Kenny reminds us of the key buffers. A riparian buffer zone is […]
22 March 2025
March Grass, Opportunities and Challenges
March Grass, Opportunities and Challenges Michael Donoghue, Dairy Adviser, shares key insights on making the most of Irish farmer’s greatest advantage in livestock production, grazed grass. A solid spring grazing plan ensures better performance, reduced costs, and strong regrowth. It costs 3 to 4 times less than either silage or meal, stock […]
22 March 2025
Research update: National beef cattle performance
Research update: National beef cattle performance Paul Smith, Mark McGee, Bernadette Earley, Edward O’Riordan, Paul Crosson and David Kenny of Teagasc Grange, and Alan Kelly, UCD, report on national beef cattle performance in 2024. In 2024, 1.26 million prime beef cattle – steers, heifers and young bulls – were finished with an […]
21 March 2025
Every lamb saved is an extra lamb that is available for sale
Every lamb saved is an extra lamb that is available for sale Infections and starvation/exposure are the biggest factors causing lamb mortality on Irish sheep farms. The following tips should be considered on all farms to help to reduce lamb mortality: Clean out and disinfect lambing pens between ewes; Dip navels of […]
21 March 2025