Articles
Summer Grassland Management
Summer Grassland Management Vincent Ronayne, Drystock Adviser with Teagasc Claremorris, shares key advice on managing grassland and silage after a dry spring, focusing on grazing, fertiliser use, silage planning, and weed control for summer 2025. Following the recent extended dry spell from early March to the last week of May, the […]
15 June 2025
Join the Future Beef discussion groups
Beef farmers looking to increase farm profits and reduce environmental impact are called upon to join the Teagasc Future Beef and ABP discussion group.
14 June 2025
Maintaining grass quality
Maintaining grass quality With the right approach to grazing management, and by following mid-season grazing targets, high-quality leafy grass can be maintained throughout the season. The key objective over the coming weeks on dairy farms will be to maintain an adequate supply of high-quality grass ahead of the herd. To achieve this, […]
14 June 2025
Supporting International Men’s Health Week
Supporting International Men’s Health Week Teagasc is proud to support International Men’s Health Week, established to heighten awareness of preventable health problems, support healthier lifestyle choices and to encourage the early detection and treatment of health difficulties in males. Teagasc Health and Safety Specialist, Dr. John McNamara advises farmers that taking measures […]
13 June 2025
Ireland’s grassland biodiversity celebrated
Ireland’s grassland biodiversity celebrated The Heritage Council and Teagasc, on Thursday, 12 June, co-hosted a landmark event in Birr, Co. Offaly, celebrating the biodiversity and cultural heritage of Ireland’s extensive grasslands. Held at the County Arms Hotel and the grounds of Birr Castle, the event brought together farmers, researchers, biodiversity officers and […]
13 June 2025
Quality silage saved in Youghal
Quality silage saved in Youghal Participants in the Teagasc Signpost and Future Beef Programmes, father and son team, Eamon and Donnchadh McCarthy carry a suckler beef enterprise, split 60:40 spring and autumn calving. As part of this Signpost Programme update, Eamon McCarthy fills us in on the latest happenings from the farm. […]
13 June 2025
Sheep farmers’ views wanted for Sustain Sheep research
Sheep farmers’ views wanted for Sustain Sheep research Led by researchers in Teagasc Athenry, the Sustain Sheep Project is seeking farmers’ views to assess their awareness of genetic tools that can help reduce methane emissions and support climate change adaptation. Sustain Sheep is an international project, creating knowledge and infrastructure to incorporate […]
13 June 2025
Controlling the conifer harvest: Timber security
Controlling the conifer harvest: Timber security This is the first in a series of articles on controlling the conifer timber harvest and sales process, where Teagasc forestry advisors provide guidance related to timber security. Harvested timber is a valuable commodity and, as such, should be protected. Timber security is an important factor […]
13 June 2025
Gene editing: The next leap in pig production efficiency?
Gene editing: The next leap in pig production efficiency? Could gene editing transform pig production as a new tool to boost production efficiency and disease resistance? The US Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA’s) recent decision has prompted Teagasc researcher, Dr. Peadar Lawlor to explore what this technology might mean for the future […]
13 June 2025
Field Vegetable Crop Establishment and Band Spraying Demonstrations at Crops Open Day
Field Vegetable Crop Establishment and Band Spraying Demonstrations at Crops Open Day A live field vegetable crop establishment and band spraying demonstration will take place in Teagasc Oak Park on Wednesday, 25 June as part of the Crops Open Day 2025. The Teagasc Horticulture Development Department are hosting the event and have […]
12 June 2025