Why less is more when it comes to grass management
Target is to complete 6 rotations between early to mid-April and mid-August. This can be achieved by sticking to a 20 day rotation. the best way to manage grass is to walk the farm weekly and enter the figures on Pasturebase Ireland
- Date
- 05 May 2020
- Type
- Factsheet
Setting the targets for spring breeding
Nationally only 65% of cows and heifers calve during the first six weeks of the calving season, ideally this should be at 90%
- Date
- 04 May 2020
- Type
- Media Article
Piece of cake?
TEAGASC research aims to comprehend the influence of ingredient and process manipulations on the sensory quality of bakery products. Emer C. Garvey. and Kieran Kilcawley give more information
- Date
- 03 May 2020
- Type
- Media Article
Planning ahead is key to safe silage management
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
- Date
- 01 May 2020
- Type
- Media Article
Land Management – Drainage/Water Table Control – Webinar
The Signpost Series - ‘Pointing the way to a low emissions agriculture’
- Date
- 01 May 2020
- Type
- Event Proceeding
Something old, something new
Research funded by TEAGASC and SFI into grassland management histories has led to the discovery of a number of new archaeological sites. Researcher Robert O’Hara tells us more
- Date
- 01 May 2020
- Type
- Media Article
Today’s Farm May/June 2020
Silage: Monitor your grass and manage your plan
- Date
- 30 April 2020
- Type
- Magazine