Beef
Ten-Point Action Plan on supporting Dairy Calf to Beef Systems in Ireland
Ten-Point Action Plan on supporting Dairy Calf to Beef Systems in Ireland Type Booklet The Dairy Calf to Beef Ten-Point Action Plan has been developed in support of Food Vision 2030′. It identifies actions that can be undertaken at farm level, on both beef and dairy farms and at processing level that […]
28 February 2024
The Importance of Colostrum Management during this Calving Season
The Importance of Colostrum Management during this Calving Season Type Media Article Anne O’ Malley, Teagasc Advisory Ballina The first milk produced after calving, colostrum, is highly nutrient-rich, provides the new born with both nutritional and immune benefits, and shapes the gut microbes. Colostrum and stable gut microbiota are important in early […]
21 February 2024
Beef Newsletter – February 2024
Beef Newsletter – February 2024 0 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this month’s edition: Fertiliser and slurry useEarly nitrogen (N) is beneficial for spring growth, but timing is critical. We cannot waste N because of its cost and potential environmental impact. Research Update – Cow-calf bond developmentNoeleen Brereton, Mark McGee, Colin Byrne […]
1 February 2024
DairyBeef 500 Calf Care Webinars
DairyBeef 500 Calf Care Webinars Type Event Proceeding The DairyBeef 500 team organised two calf care webinars which took place on Tuesday, 16th January and Tuesday, 30th January. The first webinar focused on Preparation for Calf Rearing in 2024, while the second webinar focused on Sourcing and Feeding Dairy Beef Calves in […]
31 January 2024
Today’s Farm – January/February 2024
Today’s Farm – January/February 2024 Type Magazine New Apprenticeships Deliver Advantages All Round Download Publication (PDF) Articles Upcoming events (PDF) Apprenticeships – Earning while learning (PDF) Beef How to source the right calf (PDF) ‘Farming is my GAA’ (PDF) Beefing up the breeding indexes (PDF) Sheep Driving productivity and profitability on sheep farms (PDF) Fertiliser How to cut […]
24 January 2024
DairyBeef 500 Webinar – Preparation for Calf Rearing in 2024
DairyBeef 500 Webinar – Preparation for Calf Rearing in 2024 Type Event Proceeding The first in a series of two webinars hosted by the Teagasc DairyBeef 500 team, took place on Tuesday, 16 January. The webinar was chaired by Alan Dillon, DairyBeef 500 Programme Manager, Teagasc and featured Martin Kavanagh, MVB Cert […]
18 January 2024
DairyBeef 500 Campaign 2022-2027
DairyBeef 500 Campaign 2022-2027 Type Leaflet The aim of the DairyBeef 500 Campaign is to promote and demonstrate DairyBeef systems, which are socially, environmentally and financially sustainable. Download Publication (PDF) Find out more about the DairyBeef 500 campaign.
18 January 2024
Beef Newsletter – January 2024
Beef Newsletter – January 2024 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this month’s edition: Assessing fodderTeagasc completed a national fodder survey in October, which indicated fodder deficit issues on some farms. The farms surveyed had a 9-15% shortfall in silage reserves. Reasons for shortfall – Poor conditions around silage harvest and autumn grazing […]
18 January 2024
Time Ewe Got Organised
Time Ewe Got Organised Type Media Article By Nollaig O’Dowd, B&T Drystock Adviser, Teagasc Galway/Clare As the year is drawing to a close, we look to the beginning of 2024. One of the first tasks on the agenda of sheep farmers should be the scanning of ewes. For many it’s as greatly […]
19 December 2023
Livestock Safety – Understanding Livestock Behaviour
Livestock Safety – Understanding Livestock Behaviour Type Media Article By Serena Gibbons, Education Office, Teagasc Galway/Clare Understanding the behaviour of livestock will facilitate handling, reduce stress, and improve both handler safety and animal welfare. Large animals can seriously injure handlers and/or themselves if they become excited or agitated. The renowned animal behaviourist […]
19 December 2023