Articles

John Maher’s Monthly Grass Management Tips for beef farms
Grass10 Manager, John Maher joins Catherine Egan for this month's Grass10 update and he discusses the situation across the country, outlining the actions to take to develop an autumn rotation plan on farms.
28 September 2025

Generational Renewal Week Webinar Recap
Earlier this month, Teagasc hosted Generational Renewal Week – a hybrid programme of events including webinars and farm walks.
28 September 2025

The benefits of scanning suckler cows
Pregnancy scanning in suckler cows is a cost-effective management tool, typically costing €3–€5 per cow depending on herd size, here the Future Beef team outline some of the key benefits of scanning suckler cows.
28 September 2025

Stepping back, Retirement and Succession on your farm
Succession planning is a vital consideration for all farmers, ensuring a smooth transition of the farm to the next generation. Austin Callaghan tells us more.
27 September 2025

Think before cutting hedges this autumn
Dr. Catherine Keena, Teagasc Countryside Management Specialist, provides a timely reminder of the key factors to consider when cutting hedges this autumn, explaining a whole farm hedge management strategy is needed to ensure that hedges remain healthy and productive for wildlife and farming alike.
27 September 2025

Red clover silage: When’s best to feed?
A late lactation or early lactation buffer? Researchers at Teagasc Moorepark have examined how dairy cows perform when offered grass-red clover silage within pasture-based systems.
27 September 2025

Transferring the Family Farm: A Legacy in Transition
As many farming families across Ireland face the challenges of generational transfer, Teagasc is stepping forward with its Transferring the Family Farm Clinics. Ciara Collins tells us more.
26 September 2025

Heat detection in autumn-calving suckler herds
Accurate heat detection is important for good fertility in any suckler herd. In this article, Future Beef Programme Advisor, James Mullane looks at some heat detection options for autumn-calving suckler herds.
26 September 2025

Teagasc Pig Farmers’ Conference 2025
Aiming to bring together stakeholders from across the pig farming sector, the Teagasc Pig Farmers’ Conference is fast approaching
26 September 2025

Soil structure – the foundation of farming
Soil is the foundation of farming, food security, and life itself. It sustains crops, supports biodiversity and stores carbon. In this article we explore how you can maintain and improve your soil structure.
26 September 2025