Articles
Nematodirus Forecast 2026
Dr James O’Shaughnessy from the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine’s Central Veterinary Research Laboratory in Backweston joins Ciaran Lynch on the OviCast podcast to discuss this year’s Nematodirus Forecast.
15 April 2026
Avoiding setbacks in calf performance at weaning
With early-born dairy-beef calves approaching weaning, DairyBeef 500 Advisor, Fergal Maguire shares tips and advice to prevent setbacks in performance.
15 April 2026
Reducing N inputs with multi species swards
With fertiliser prices rocketing over the last number of weeks, many people are looking to improving resilience of their grassland systems to such market shocks, Mark Plunkett and John Finn, Teagasc Johnstown Castle, delve into some of the benefits of multi-species swards.
15 April 2026
Advancing solutions to Ireland’s food waste challenge
Aimed at tackling the growing global and national challenge of food waste, Teagasc brought together key stakeholders from policy, regulation, business and civil society to refine recommendations at the Teagasc Food Research Centre Ashtown, Dublin 15, on Monday 13 April.
15 April 2026
Take part in the MARCS project – tackling anthelmintic resistance in cattle
Want to know if anthelmintic resistance is present on your farm? Take part in the MARCS Project to check how well your wormers are working and get practical advice to improve parasite control. Sorcha Clark explains how you can get involved.
15 April 2026
Livestock phenomics survey – share your views
Stakeholders across the livestock sector, including farmers, breeders, researchers, policymakers, veterinarians, technology providers, and members of the public, are being invited to share their knowledge and perceptions of livestock phenomics. Dr. Orla Keane, Teagasc Researcher tells us more.
14 April 2026
Recognising excellence in grassland
Top grassland farmers from across the country have been recognised as part of the Pasture Progress Awards.
14 April 2026
2025 wild oat testing reveals new resistance types and concerning levels
Continuous use of a single herbicide is driving wild oat resistance, 2025 samples confirm. Vijaya Bhaskar, Research Officer at the Teagasc Crops Research Centre, tells us more.
14 April 2026
Adapting to high fertiliser prices on sheep farms
With the cost of fertiliser rising and peak grass growth approaching, Teagasc Sheep Specialist, Ciaran Lynch shares essential advice for sheep farmers when it comes to fertiliser applications over the coming weeks.
14 April 2026
Identifying problem cows early: David Hally’s approach
Preparing early for the upcoming breeding season is key for Tipperary dairy farmer, David Hally who places a focus on cow fertility and grassland management to drive fertility results on his farm.
13 April 2026