Crops

Today’s Farm – September/October 2025

The magic of multi-species
8 October 2025

Forestry Newsletter – October 2025

Advisory newsletter, prepared by the Teagasc Forestry Development Department
7 October 2025

Tillage Newsletter – October 2025

Monthly advisory newsletter, prepared by the Teagasc Crops Specialist team.
7 October 2025

Tillage Newsletter – July 2025

In this month’s edition: Cover crops Sowing date of cover crops is crucial. The more growth that takes place, the more nitrates will be taken up. Large biomass production is vital to maximise the benefits of cover crops, and early sowing is essential to achieve good autumn growth and subsequent large biomass. Stubble cultivation The […]
8 July 2025

Tillage Newsletter – June 2025

This month's edition brings insights on disease and weed control along with some information on the health & safety wear and tear scheme.
11 June 2025

Today’s Farm May/June 2025

Download Publication (PDF) Articles Organics From dairy to beef and conventional to organic in Tipperary (pdf) Dairying – Moorepark 2025 Where to from here for the Irish dairy industry? (pdf) Why we have to grow more grass Breeding and reproduction Future-proofing dairy incomes Farm Labour Top ten questions farmers ask when hiring (pdf) Environment Help […]
20 May 2025

Tillage Newsletter – May 2025

Tillage Newsletter – May 2025 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this month’s edition: Spring barley Weed controlIf weed control has been delayed, it is essential to use higher herbicide rates. Disease controlThe average yield response from a two-spray fungicide programme in Teagasc trials is 1.3t/ha but can range from 0.5-2.75t/ha, depending […]
13 May 2025

Tillage Newsletter – April 2025

Tillage Newsletter – April 2025 0 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this month’s edition: Winter barleyApril will be a critical month for winter barley crops to maximise yield. The five-year average of 8.5t/ha is below what many would expect, so timing of key agronomic inputs is crucial. Winter wheatWinter wheat will also […]
8 April 2025

Forestry Newsletter – April 2025

Forestry Newsletter – April 2025 0 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this edition: Talking Timber 2025Teagasc’s annual timber marketing event returns with a particular focus on the post-storm harvesting response. This event, held in association with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM), and Forest Industries Ireland (FII), will address […]
8 April 2025

Closing for silage – points to consider

Closing for silage – points to consider 0 Type Media Article Donall Fahy, Drystock Advisor, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway Fertilising for first cut grass silage is an important task which must be completed currently. The right fertiliser application will promote healthy grass growth, ensuring the best possible yield and quality. Here are some key […]
7 April 2025