Rural Economy
Farming, COVID-19 and your Mental Health
Farming, COVID-19 and your Mental Health 0 Type Media Article Half of all people will experience a mental illness in their lifetime. Farming can be a lonely occupation. Many daily jobs are performed alone. Social isolation can have a negative effect on mental health. Social distancing due to COVID 19 will increase the […]
4 May 2020
Planning ahead is key to safe silage management
Planning ahead is key to safe silage management 0 Type Media Article Silage making goes-on throughout the summer period. This article highlights key areas needing attention to avoid injuries at these times. – John McNamara, Teagasc Health and Safety Specialist Silage making time is a high risk time, due to the movement of […]
1 May 2020
Today’s Farm May/June 2020
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30 April 2020
Questions and Answers with Frank O’Brien
Questions and Answers with Frank O’Brien Type Media Article Frank from Ballybroder, Kilbeggan, Co. Westmeath – organic drystock and tillage farmer. A farm walk was due to take place today, Wednesday 29th April. Dan Clavin Organic Specialist got an update from Frank on what has been happening on the farm this year […]
29 April 2020
Summertime brings Risk, manage Farm Safety
Summertime brings Risk, manage Farm Safety Type Media Article Provisional H.S.A. figures up to April 23rd 2020 show that 7 persons have lost their lives in farm workplace related accidents. Tractors and machinery are key areas needing attention. As the days get longer, farmers and contractors will be experiencing the added pressure […]
27 April 2020
Long Term Land Leasing
Long Term Land Leasing Type Media Article Leasing land long term has many advantages for both the landowner (lessor) and active farmer (lessee) utilising the land. In this video, Gordon Peppard, Farm Business Structures Specialist, Teagasc discusses the benefits of long term land leasing. Why are landowners considering Long-term Land Leasing? Profitability […]
25 April 2020
Sustainable Use of Pesticides Directive
Sustainable Use of Pesticides Directive Type Media Article Mary Roache, Teagasc The sustainable use of pesticides directives governs the use of products in this country. As weather and land conditions improve and the growing season kicks off farmers may be looking at controlling weeds on their farm. This may be done through […]
23 April 2020
White Clover on Organic Farms
White Clover on Organic Farms Type Media Article ORGANICS: Research has shown that in a productive sward white clover can supply 100-150Kg Nitrogen/ha/year. Find out how to get it established in pastures. The growing and management of grassland is a normal practice on all farms. There is however a difference as regards […]
18 April 2020
Fertilising 1st Cut Grass Silage
Fertilising 1st Cut Grass Silage Type Factsheet Prepared by Mark Plunkett, Teagasc Johnstown Castle Download Publication (PDF) Grass silage has a large nutrient demand and adequate N, P & K is essential for maximising grass yield and producing sufficient winter feed. Nitrogen (N) is the key driver of grass yield. Grass swards […]
15 April 2020
Passing the Baton
Passing the Baton Type Media Article By Bernie Leahy, B&T Drystock Adviser, Teagasc, Galway/Clare Whether running a dry stock farm or small rural business, parents are faced with nominating what family member (if any) is going to continue on with that enterprise. Low returns from most Irish drystock enterprises prove that farming […]
16 March 2020