Animals
Beef Sector Efficiency Programmes 2022
Beef Sector Efficiency Programmes 2022 Type Media Article By Martina Donnelly, B&T Drystock Adviser, Teagasc Galway/Clare DAFM have recently announced the opening of the BEEP-S and the Dairy Beef Calf Schemes. Both schemes must be applied for again in 2022 and only online applications will be accepted. The closing date for this […]
19 April 2022
Let’s Talk Equine Webinar – Assisted reproductive technologies: When, How and Why?
Let’s Talk Equine Webinar – Assisted reproductive technologies: When, How and Why? Type Event Proceeding On this episode of Let’s Talk Equine, which took place on Tuesday, 5th April, Wendy Conlon, Teagasc Equine Specialist was joined by Dr Niamh Lewis, Lecturer/Assistant Professor in Equine Reproduction and Fertility at the School of Veterinary […]
13 April 2022
Let’s Talk Dairy Webinar – Pre-breeding management
Let’s Talk Dairy Webinar – Pre-breeding management Type Event Proceeding On this episode of Let’s Talk Dairy which took place on Thursday, 7th April, host Stuart Childs, Teagasc Dairy Specialist discusses pre-breeding management to try and improve six week calving rate. The target is that we would have 90% calved within six […]
11 April 2022
Let’s Talk Dairy Webinar – Use of Beef AI in Kildalton College Dairy Herd
Let’s Talk Dairy Webinar – Use of Beef AI in Kildalton College Dairy Herd 0 Type Event Proceeding On this episode of Let’s Talk Dairy which took place on Thursday, 31 March, Stuart Childs, Teagasc Dairy Specialist was joined by Zerlina Pratt, Dairy Lecturer at Teagasc Kildalton College to give an insight into […]
7 April 2022
Dairy Newsletter – April 2022
Dairy Newsletter – April 2022 0 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this month’s edition: Plan ahead for feed securityDairy farmers face another year of huge uncertainty due to the current geopolitical situation. While predictions on prices and availability of inputs are dominating conversations, it is very important that individuals take whatever steps are feasible […]
6 April 2022
Beef Newsletter – April 2022
Beef Newsletter – April 2022 0 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In month’s edition: Fodder suppliesWe are living in unprecedented times. On Thursday February 24 the unthinkable happened, Russia invaded Ukraine. Our thoughts and prayers are with the people of Ukraine. This invasion has sent shockwaves across the world, adding to the upward […]
6 April 2022
Sheep Newsletter – April 2022
Sheep Newsletter – April 2022 0 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this month’s edition: Grassland management Grass is the cheapest feed you can produce – even if grown with expensive fertiliser. Silage is the second cheapest feed you can produce. Concentrate feed is the most expensive way to feed stock. The relatively mild […]
6 April 2022
Beef Strategies for 2022
Beef Strategies for 2022 0 Type Media Article By Colm Kelly, B&T Drystock Adviser, Teagasc Galway/Clare This year has seen price inflation particularly on key inputs such as fertiliser, feed and projected contractor costs. This creates another challenging year for beef farmers who have shown significant resilience to date. This article suggests ways […]
5 April 2022
Brigid O’Connor – Organic Hill Sheep and Agri – Tourism Farm Walk
Brigid O’Connor – Organic Hill Sheep and Agri – Tourism Farm Walk Type Event Proceeding Event booklet from the Teagasc Organic Hill Sheep and Agri – Tourism Farm Walk which took place on Wednesday, 30 March on the farm of Brigid O’Connor, Gleann na Gealt, Camp, Tralee, Co. Kerry. Download Publication (PDF) […]
30 March 2022
Pig Newsletter – March 2022
Pig Newsletter – March 2022 Type Newsletter The latest news, research updates and advice from our Teagasc Pig Development Department Download Publication (PDF) In this issue: Is it time to lose weight? Recommendations for pig farmers to cope with the crisis Administering pain relief to sows after farrowing
29 March 2022