Articles

Leveraging all farm Nitrogen (N) sources

With fertiliser prices elevated, Mark Plunkett, Training and Development Specialist on the Signpost Programme, shares five practical steps that can be considered to reduce impacts of high fertiliser prices both in the short and longer term.
21 April 2026

Lots of rain and lambs in Galway

Participant in the Teagasc BETTER Sheep Farm and Signpost programmes, Michael Forde takes a look back at a challenging but successful lambing season, and outlines his plans for fertiliser, soil fertility improvements and silage for the year ahead.
21 April 2026

White clover: Benefits, challenges and learnings with Dr Michael Egan

Teagasc Grassland Science Researcher, Dr Michael Egan joins James Dunne on this episode of the Dairy Edge podcast to discuss some of the common questions regarding establishing and managing grass clover swards.
20 April 2026

First-cut silage: Rethink your strategy

First-cut silage is generally the best opportunity to secure high quality silage, writes Mark Treacy, Teagasc Dairy Specialist, who outlines a strategy to balance cutting date, nitrogen use and silage quality.
20 April 2026

Colostrum – priceless to the newborn lamb

It is almost impossible to put a value on Colostrum, often referred to as Liquid Gold. Eamon Patten explains why timely feeding to newborn lambs is critical.
20 April 2026

10 tips: Dealing with higher fertiliser prices on grassland farms

With the fertiliser market remaining volatile, Signpost Programme Training & Development Specialist, Mark Plunkett shares some essential reading for grassland farmers looking to manage through a year of high fertiliser prices.
20 April 2026

Reforestation After Storm Damage Demonstration

Teagasc, in partnership with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, is delighted to invite you to a dynamic on-site event showcasing best practices in reforestation following storm damage. Local Teagasc Forestry Advisor, Noel Kennedy tells us more.
20 April 2026

When costs climb: Protecting profit on beef farms

With rising input costs and tighter margins, it’s never been more important to understand your costs of production and where your system stands.
19 April 2026

Farm to fork in Kilmichael

Combining livestock, local produce and home baking, Áine O’Riordan, a Drystock Farm Advisor based in the Teagasc Macroom Office, visits the O’Leary family in Kilmichael to find out more about the ‘farm to fork’ journey.
19 April 2026

Why buying the right stock bull matters

As the breeding season approaches, many farmers are turning their attention to one of the most important investments they will make this year - purchasing a stock bull. Enda Maloney, Teagasc Drystock Advisor, discusses the key considerations in selecting the right bull for your herd.
19 April 2026