Animals
Beef Newsletter – February 2025
Beef Newsletter – February 2025 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this month’s edition: Springtime slurry applicationsSlurry is a cost-effective fertiliser for growing grass on beef farms, helping to reduce the high costs of chemical fertilisers. It provides essential nutrients like nitrogen (N), phosphorus (P), and potassium (K) that grass needs to […]
10 February 2025
Sheep Newsletter – February 2025
Sheep Newsletter – February 2025 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this month’s edition: Winter growth and fertiliser applicationOver the winter, growth has been good in closed paddocks, which should provide flocks with a strong start following turnout. For those planning to spread fertiliser, pay close attention to the spreading dates as […]
10 February 2025
Dairy Newsletter – February 2025
Dairy Newsletter – February 2025 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this month’s edition: Top five tips for February Achieve at least one grazing every day – spring grass is the best-quality forage available on farm. Consider once-a-day (OAD) milking in February – for some farms the opportunity is there to reduce […]
10 February 2025
The 2025 National Sheep Conference – The take home messages
The 2025 National Sheep Conference – The take home messages 0 Type Media Article By Keith Fahy, B&T Drystock Adviser, Teagasc Galway/Clare There was no shortage of speakers at the Teagasc 2025 National Sheep Conference in the Ard Rí House Hotel in Tuam County Galway with speakers addressing an array of different topics […]
5 February 2025
Teagasc Pig Newsletter – January 2025
Teagasc Pig Newsletter – January 2025 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this Issue Replacement & Culling Louise Clarke addresses optimal sow culling and replacement strategies to enhance productivity and maintain herd parity profiles. Research Updates Edgar Garcia Manzanilla reviews recent innovations, including low-emission buildings, slurry management, and antimicrobial reduction. Welcome New […]
27 January 2025
Today’s Farm – January/February 2025
Today’s Farm – January/February 2025 Type Magazine Download Publication (PDF) In this edition, we have focused strongly on fertilisers and the importance of adopting new technologies, such as protected urea, in conjunction with an unrelenting emphasis on core principles of good soil health, nutrient management, liming, and the efficient and balanced application […]
21 January 2025
Beef Newsletter – January 2025
Beef Newsletter – January 2025 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this month’s edition: Importance of pre-calving mineralsEnsuring suckler cows receive an adequate and properly formulated pre-calving mineral supplement is critical for maximising animal performance, reducing calving issues, and enhancing overall productivity. Assessing fodderTeagasc completed a national fodder survey in September, which […]
20 January 2025
Sheep Newsletter – January 2025
Sheep Newsletter – January 2025 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this month’s edition: Grassland managementThe relatively mild temperatures have seen good grass growth on closed ground during November and December. This will be invaluable to ewes and lambs in spring, so do not be tempted to graze this grass now. If […]
20 January 2025
Dairy Newsletter – January 2025
Dairy Newsletter – January 2025 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this month’s edition: Top five tips for January Are you feeding the correct rate of pre-calving minerals? Check the bag for correct feed rate and ensure a sufficient amount is being fed. Prepare for calving – ensure all calving and calf-rearing […]
20 January 2025
LESS is the Law: Adapting to Ireland’s New Slurry Spreading Regulations
LESS is the Law: Adapting to Ireland’s New Slurry Spreading Regulations Type Media Article By Richard Gill, B&T Drystock Advisor, Teagasc Galway/Clare As the New Year begins, slurry spreading will be on the minds of many farmers over the coming weeks. Farmers in Co. Galway and Co. Clare (Zone B) will be […]
14 January 2025