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
Tillage Update April 29th
Get the latest advice on weed control in spring cereals, using sprayers efficiently and bean weevil control in spring beans. The Tillage edge podcast Teagasc/Boortmalt programme advisor Eoin Lyons discusses weed control in spring barley. View latest videos.
- Date
- 30 April 2020
- Type
- Media Article
Questions and Answers with Frank O’Brien
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
- Date
- 29 April 2020
- Type
- Media Article
What happens to your soil sample when it comes into a lab?
Soil is a major source of nutrients needed by plants for growth. How is the soil sample sent into a lab tested for the three main nutrients NP & K. Jason Naughton, Brendan Healy and Karen Daly from Johnstown Castle give some information
- Date
- 29 April 2020
- Type
- Factsheet
Importance of quality silage for sheep
Research carried out in Teagasc Athenry has highlighted the potential to reduce amount of concentrates fed to ewes in late pregnancy when high feed value silage is available. Damian Costello, Sheep Specialist has information and advice
- Date
- 28 April 2020
- Type
- Media Article
Summertime brings Risk, manage Farm Safety
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.
- Date
- 27 April 2020
- Type
- Media Article