Articles
Silver Y Moth Caterpillars detected in crops – advice on identification, monitoring and control
Over the past 7–10 days, there have been increasing reports of caterpillar feeding in crops of spring beans, sugar beet and maize, Lousie McNamara, Michael Gaffney and Ciaran Collins share key advice on identification, monitoring and control.
9 July 2026
Maintaining quality seeds through the supply chain
Purchased seed is a foundational part of crop production each year.
9 July 2026
Upward movement in tillage farm income in 2025 – Teagasc National Farm Survey
Tillage farms saw incomes rise by 33% in 2025, with the average farm income reaching €54,900. This builds on the partial recovery in income seen in 2024, data from the preliminary results of the Teagasc National Farm Survey 2025 has revealed.
9 July 2026
Leading the way on CAP future and Agricultural Innovation
Over 100 policymakers, researchers, farmers, and industry leaders gathered in Athlone, yesterday, July 8, for a landmark event focused on shaping the future of Irish agriculture and rural innovation under Ireland’s EU Presidency.
8 July 2026
To feed or not to feed?
At this time of year, one of the most common questions asked is whether calves should continue to receive concentrates during the summer months. DairyBeef 500 Advisor, Fergal Maguire shares some essential reading.
8 July 2026
What we learned from BEEF2026
It was another hugely successful Open Day at Teagasc Grange this year with the theme of ‘Driving Sustainable Performance’ showcasing the latest technology and insights into Irish beef farming.
8 July 2026
Heat stress in cattle
With warmer temperatures forecast, now's a great time to refresh on heat stress in cattle, and the management tasks needed to prevent it becoming an issue.
8 July 2026
RU-MIT-LESS Research Project to Investigate Lifetime Potential of Methane-Reducing Feed Additives in Beef Cattle
Methane-reducing feed additives have the potential to contribute to Ireland’s agricultural greenhouse gas reduction targets, with studies showing emissions reductions of 8% to 30% under indoor conditions.
7 July 2026
Keeping water to cattle during warmer weather
Niall Kerins, Cattle Specialist at Teagasc, shares guidelines on how to meet the water requirements for beef cattle during the current dry weather conditions.
7 July 2026
Further growth in farm incomes across all systems in 2025
The results of a new report from economists at Teagasc confirm a further increase in farm income took place across all the major farm systems in Ireland in 2025 as incomes continued to recover from the difficult year experienced in 2023.
6 July 2026