Crops
Tillage Newsletter – January 2025
Tillage Newsletter – January 2025 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this month’s edition: BeansIn 2024, the area planted with beans reached a record 18,000ha. This was partly because farmers had fewer crop options due to a late spring, and the guaranteed income from the protein payment made beans attractive. Late planting […]
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
Retention and Conservation of Traditional Farm Buildings on Mayo Farm
The Traditional Farm Buildings Scheme was established in 2008 by the Heritage Council in partnership with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM).
9 December 2024
Tillage Newsletter – December 2024
Tillage Newsletter – December 2024 0 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this month’s edition: Crop managementAbove normal temperatures in most areas during November resulted in cereal crops continuing to grow quite rapidly. They are dense and more forward than normal for this time of year. We have seen this before and when […]
9 December 2024
Forestry Newsletter – December 2024
Forestry Newsletter – December 2024 0 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this month’s edition: Forestry clinics and plan for 2025Teagasc Forestry Development Department will have a busy 2025, packed with events and services to support forest owners and those considering planting. Clinics for those considering forestry will run from January 20 to […]
9 December 2024
Today’s Farm – November/December 2024
Today’s Farm – November/December 2024 Type Magazine Download Publication (PDF) Future proofing a part-time beef enterprise Grass growth to 2040 and beyond Reducing spring workload on dairy farms Newford Farm moves east Want to sharpen your skills in calf to beef Managing ewes after the deed is done The cashflow challenge The […]
11 November 2024
Tillage Newsletter – November 2024
Tillage Newsletter – November 2024 0 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this month’s edition: Weed controlAutumn herbicide application is the most reliable way to control annual meadow grass (AMG) in winter wheat and barley. Applying residual herbicides in autumn up to early tillering in AMG offers the best chance of success. Control […]
8 November 2024
Climate Adaptation Conference
Climate Adaptation Conference Type Event Proceeding Managing grassland to adapt to climate challenges – The new reality Download Publication (PDF) Irish grassland systems are experiencing challenges due to climate change. The incidence of intense precipitation events, soil moisture deficits and droughts and prolonged winter conditions are becoming increasingly frequent resulting in challenging […]
15 October 2024
A Guide to Transferring the Family Farm
A Guide to Transferring the Family Farm Type Booklet Updated September 2024 – The purpose of this publication is to help farm families familiarise themselves with some of the complex issues that can arise while developing a farm succession plan. Download Publication (PDF) It is essential for every farmer to have a farm […]
15 October 2024
Tillage Newsletter – October 2024
Tillage Newsletter – October 2024 0 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this month’s edition: Autumn planting2024 was another wet season, which will cause soil compaction problems. All growers should dig a few holes around your fields to assess the amount of damage in the previous two years, especially if you are in […]
8 October 2024