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Tillage Newsletter – June 2024
Tillage Newsletter – June 2024 0 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this month’s edition: Grass weed controlAlready we are starting to see problem grass weeds like blackgrass, Italian ryegrass, sterile brome, etc., appearing in crops. This may be due to the lack of competition from thin cereal crops in 2024, but they […]
6 June 2024
Forestry Newsletter – June 2024
Forestry Newsletter – June 2024 0 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this edition: Forestry Open DayTeagasc Forestry Development Department invites you to a Forestry Open Day – Leading the way in research, advisory and education. The event takes place on July 4, 2024 in Teagasc, Oak Park, Carlow, R93 XE12. This outdoor […]
6 June 2024
Red Clovers, the do’s and don’ts!
Red Clovers, the do’s and don’ts! 0 Type Media Article Kevin O’Hara, Drystock Advisor, Teagasc Claremorris. Many farmers in recent months have applied for the red clover silage measure when completing their BISS application. The principle behind the scheme was to encourage farmers to reduce their dependence on artificial N fertilisers while also […]
5 June 2024
New Scheme has Kilconnell Forestry Back in the Spotlight
New Scheme has Kilconnell Forestry Back in the Spotlight Type Media Article By Peter Higgins, Teagasc B&T Drystock Advisor With diversification being the order of the day to ensure rural farm incomes maintain some sense of stability, I tagged along with Teagasc forestry experts Noel Kennedy and Christian Fitzgerald on their most […]
28 May 2024
Control of Grassland Weeds
Control of Grassland Weeds Type Media Article Mary Roache, Teagasc Advisor, Westport. Grassland weeds are set to escalate over the next few weeks. Rushes thrived in recent wet weather as they out competed grass on land with low soil fertility. Poached fields and poor grass growth also allowed the docks and thistles […]
28 May 2024
Quality over Quantity- Silage 2024
Quality over Quantity- Silage 2024 Type Media Article By Nollaig O’Dowd, B&T Drystock Adviser, Teagasc Galway/Clare Dare we say it, the spring/summer has landed after what felt like a never ending winter for many farmers across the country. At this stage, having already been delayed due to weather conditions, preparation is underway […]
22 May 2024
Managing grass and herd nutrition in mid season – Webinar
Managing grass and herd nutrition in mid season – Webinar Type Event Proceeding A webinar took place on Tuesday, 14 May which looked at managing grass and herd nutrition in mid season. Host Stuart Childs, Teagasc Dairy Specialist was joined by Dr Joe Patton, Head of Dairy Knowledge Transfer, Teagasc; Joseph Dunphy, […]
15 May 2024
Today’s Farm – May/June 2024
Today’s Farm – May/June 2024 Type Magazine Anticipating BEEF2024…researchers meet farmers and advisors Download Publication (PDF) Articles: Upcoming Events (PDF) BEEF2024 BEEF2024 at Teagasc Grange – Securing your farming future (PDF) It’s all about forage (PDF) The benefits of ensiling mixed swards (PDF) Attention to detail drives earlier finishing (PDF) How a purpose-built calf shed can minimise […]
14 May 2024
Tillage Newsletter – May 2024
Tillage Newsletter – May 2024 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this month’s edition: Spring barleyThe majority of spring barley will emerge in May. This brings different management challenges compared to barley emerging in March/April. Disease levels in late-sown barley tend to be lower. Nitrogen (N) rate needs to be managed in […]
13 May 2024
Tillage Newsletter – April 2024
Tillage Newsletter – April 2024 0 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this month’s edition: Spring cropsThe poor weather in March delayed field work in most of the country. Prioritise the sowing of beans, wheat and oats, and aim to have them sown as early as possible in April. Fertiliser for spring cereals: […]
5 April 2024