Rural Economy
Five steps to managing cash flow through 2020
Five steps to managing cash flow through 2020 Type Media Article Every dairy farmer should evaluate their business to ensure the effect of the current uncertainty in markets is minimised. Laurence Shallooand Patrick Gowing, Teagasc Moorepark have some advice and guidance Up to recently milk price and dairy markets had looked extremely […]
18 May 2020
Time to Check slats
Time to Check slats Type Media Article The lifespan of slats done to grant specification is about 20 years. Intensive use of slats, slurry reaching them, stocking with bulls etc. will shorten the lifespan of the slats. Tom Fallon Teagasc Farm Buildings & Infrastructure Specialist & Francis Bligh Teagasc Safety Specialist tell […]
16 May 2020
Developing Ireland’s bioeconomy
Developing Ireland’s bioeconomy 0 Type Media Article In this edition of the Research Field Podcast Maeve Henchion, researcher at the Teagasc Rural Economy Development Programme and the BioOrbic SFI Research Centre tells us about the bioeconomy and the research being done in Teagasc to support its development. The bioeconomy The is bioeconomy is fundamentally […]
9 May 2020
Jessy’s Smart Kids Summer 2020
Jessy’s Smart Kids Summer 2020 0 Type Newsletter Farm-safe fun with Jessy – Agrikids Activity Booklet Download Publication (PDF) Farm-Safe Fun with Jessy Silage Quad-Bikes Crossword Experiment
8 May 2020
Andrew and Leonie Workman, Dunany Flour Organic, Co Louth
Andrew and Leonie Workman, Dunany Flour Organic, Co Louth 0 Type Media Article Andrew and Leonie grow, mill, package and distribute their organic wheat, rye and spelt direct from their farm. Oats are also grown on contract for the organic porridge market. Introduction Andrew and Leonie Workman have been farming organically for the […]
6 May 2020
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