Articles

Select the correct fertilisers and save €25/cow

Over the coming weeks, with increasing day length and improving soil conditions, it will be time to start applying fertilisers to meet the growing nutrient demands on grassland farms. Mark Plunkett and Seamus Kearney take a close look at the cost saving benefits of selecting the most appropriate product.
17 February 2026

Protecting lamb health this lambing season

From effective colostrum management, rigorous hygiene and proactive management, Teagasc Sheep Specialist, Ciaran Lynch explains how farmers can significantly enhance lamb survival and overall flock health this lambing season.
17 February 2026

€500 per cow: Building the financial safety net for 2026

Donal Whelton, Head of Agri at AIB, joins Stuart Childs on this episode of the Dairy Edge podcast to discuss the financial situation that Irish dairy farmers are currently in, what challenges they may face and the solutions they may require in 2026.
16 February 2026

Agricultural Greenhouse Gas Emissions decrease in latest EPA figures

In the latest quarterly emissions figures recently published by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), agricultural greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions decreased slightly compared to the same time period January to September in 2024.
16 February 2026

Using the California Mastitis Test (CMT) after calving

Calving is currently in full swing on most dairy farms, with many tasks needing to be completed each day. One of these important tasks is carrying out the California Mastitis Test (CMT) on freshly calved cows, typically around five days after calving, Padraig O’Connor, Dairy Technician at Teagasc Grange, outlines the process.
16 February 2026

Management and Feeding of Ewes Pre-Lambing

Proper nutrition of ewes in the weeks leading up to lambing is one of the most important factors influencing lamb survival, ewe health, and overall flock productivity. John Enda Flannelly tells us more.
15 February 2026

Ovicast: February Grass Update

Grass10 advisor, Nikki Kennedy, the latest episode of the Ovicast podcast us to discuss key grassland management priorities for the weeks ahead.
14 February 2026

Horticulture Apprenticeship Student Experiences

The Horticulture Apprenticeship programme at the College of Amenity Horticulture, Botanic Gardens & Ashtown attracts students from diverse backgrounds, sharing a passion for working with plants, landscapes, and outdoor spaces. As the 2025 - 2027 cohort settles into Year 1, students share their experiences of the course so far.
14 February 2026

Construction begins on The Padraig Walshe Centre for Sustainable Animal and Grassland Research at Teagasc Moorepark after €6 million FBD contribution

Teagasc marked the start of construction on the Padraig Walshe Centre for Sustainable Animal and Grassland Research at Moorepark on Thursday, 12 February 2026. A €6 million contribution made by FBD Holdings plc, FBD Trust CLG and Farmer Business Developments plc matched by €6 million funding provided by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine will support the development of the new centre, which will be named in honour of the late Padraig Walshe.
13 February 2026

Reforestation following harvest

Once a forest has been clearfelled, the same area needs to be restocked with a new generation of trees. The focus of this reforestation is to provide an ideal planting environment, encourage strong growth of the most suitable tree species and minimise losses or growth delays. Teagasc Forestry Advisor Kevin O’Connell tells us more.
13 February 2026