Beef

Testing for anthelmintic resistance on Irish farms
Dr. Orla Keane of Teagasc Grange, Co. Meath is part of new project that will test for anthelmintic resistance in Ireland.
14 February 2025
Trevor Boland’s 2024 farm review: Breeding, performance and finances
Aisling Molloy, Future Beef Programme Advisor, visits Trevor Boland in Co. Sligo, and reflects on the herd’s breeding and animal performance, along with the returns achieved from his autumn-calving suckler system.
12 February 2025

Listen: Fertiliser applications and the National Fertiliser Database
In the second part of a two-part series on fertiliser application, Specialist on the Signpost Programme, Mark Plunkett joins Catherine Egan on the Beef Edge podcast to discuss fertiliser application and the National Fertiliser Database.
12 February 2025

Watch: A glimpse inside Newford’s busy February
February is a busy month on the Newford Farm, writes Michael Fagan who fills us in on the day-to-day management of the herd.
11 February 2025

6 steps to good navel care in calves
The Teagasc Future Beef team have complied six steps for good navel care in calves. By following these steps, you can significantly reduce the incidence of navel ill in calves, ensuring healthier livestock and a more successful calving season.
10 February 2025
Watch: Dairy-beef breeding tools in brief
As part of the series of on-farm Calf Care events, farmers were reminded of the purposes of the Commercial Beef Value (CBV) and the Dairy Beef Index (DBI).
06 February 2025

Listen: The rules and regulations of Nitrates
As thoughts on farms move to fertiliser application, Teagasc Environment Specialist, Tim Hyde joins Catherine Egan on the Beef Edge podcast for the first of a two-part podcast on the rules and regulations surrounding nitrates.
05 February 2025

Scour - limiting its impact
A costly disease when occurring at farm level, Manager of the Future Beef Programme at Teagasc, Martina Harrington takes a look at some of the steps farmers can take to reduce the impact of scour this calving season.
05 February 2025

Practical tips for the calf buyer
Sourcing healthy, well-bred calves is a cornerstone of a successful calf to beef enterprise, writes Tommy Cox, DairyBeef 500 Advisor, who highlights why careful planning can go a long way in keeping your herd healthy, boosting productivity and improving profits.
05 February 2025

Utilising the CBV to purchase your 2025 Dairy-Beef Calves
As the agricultural industry continues to evolve, the use of new technologies is crucial for beef farmers looking to increase profitability on farm. Niall Mullin explores how you can leverage the CBV to make informed purchases of your 2025 dairy-beef calves.
03 February 2025

How can the accuracy of fertiliser application be improved?
Setup and calibration of fertiliser spreaders is very important to ensure even distribution of fertilisers when spreading. This involves adjusting the spreader settings to achieve accurate application rates and uniform coverage.
03 February 2025

Benefits and use of the new Mart Tracker
Chris Daly from ICBF joins Catherine Egan on this week’s Beef Edge podcast to discuss the new Mart Tracker and the Commercial Beef Value (CBV).
31 January 2025

Can anything more be paid for dairy-beef calves this year?
With beef prices around €6/kg as we head into spring 2025, one question on both dairy farmers’ and calf purchasers’ minds is what price will calves be? DairyBeef 500 Manager, Alan Dillon looks at some of the key variables in play.
29 January 2025
More than cost to consider when selecting a pre-calving mineral
Ensuring suckler cows are adequately supplied with pre-calving minerals is an essential practice in ensuring the birth of vigorous and healthy calves.
27 January 2025
CBV driving performance in west Cork
Farming in one of the most scenic parts of the country, James O’Sullivan is using the Commercial Beef Value (CBV) to drive performance from his dairy calf to beef system in west Cork.
25 January 2025

Manage body condition score for better fertility and calving
With spring calving fast approaching, suckler farmers have been reminded of the importance of ensuring their cows are in the optimum body condition score ahead of calving.
24 January 2025

Preparing for Calving Part 3: Caring for the newborn calf
For the final part of the Beef Edge podcast’s special series on preparing for calving, Teagasc vet, John Donlon focuses on caring for the newborn calf.
22 January 2025

Accessing CBV - 3 tools every calf buyer needs to be aware of
The development of a number of tools by ICBF now means that accessing Commercial Beef Value (CBV) data is now much easier for the purchasers of calves, weanlings or even store cattle.
22 January 2025

Dairy-beef finishing – the key elements to get right
Aisling Claffey, Ruminant Nutrition Specialist at Teagasc, recently explored the key variables dairy-beef producers have to consider when maximising the efficiency of their finishing system.
20 January 2025
Future-proofing a part-time beef enterprise in Tipperary
Investment in facilities, technology and business partnerships will ensure the future of Michael O’Donnell’s calf-to-beef farm in south Tipperary. Alan Dillon tells us more.
19 January 2025

Calving preparations and performance at Ballyhaise
Consisting of 35 spring-calving, continental-type suckler cows, Liam McWeeney and Noel Prunty provide an update on the performance of the Ballyhaise suckler herd and outline how they are preparing for the upcoming calving season.
18 January 2025

Nitrogen rate effect - research update
Edward O'Riordan, MJ Kelly, Sarah Burke and Mark McGee, Teagasc Grange, report on the effect of nitrogen fertiliser application rates on herbage yield and sward white clover content.
18 January 2025

4 reasons why farmers should use the Commercial Beef Value
The Commercial Beef Value (CBV) is an invaluable tool for cattle producers who want to make informed decisions when purchasing calves or dairy farmers looking to enhance calf sales, Advisor on the DairyBeef 500 Programme, Gordon Peppard tells us more.
17 January 2025

Preparing for calving on suckler farms
The Teagasc Future Beef Programme will host two important webinars next week in order to prepare farmers for the upcoming spring-calving season.
16 January 2025

Grazing forage crops - Michael McGuigan’s approach
Weanlings on the farm of Michael McGuigan, a participant in the Future Beef Programme, commenced grazing a forage crop in mid-November. Read the management steps he’s following in this article.
15 January 2025

Preparing for Calving Part 2: Calving the cow – the key things to be aware of
In advance of spring calving season, Teagasc Nutritionist, Aisling Claffey and Teagasc Researcher and Vet, John Donlon join Catherine Egan for a special three part series, and this week, for the second part, John Donlon focuses on calving the cow.
15 January 2025

Proinnsias Creedon Farm Update and Plans for 2025
Proinnsias Creedon, Future Beef Programme Farmer, has plans to optimize heifer finishing, maintain strong animal health, and prepare for calf purchases in 2025. Here’s an update on recent activities and progress from the farm.
12 January 2025

What is the Commercial Beef Value (CBV) and where can it be found
DairyBeef 500 Advisor, Gordon Peppard takes an in depth look at the Commercial Beef Value (CBV), a useful tool for beef farmers, particularly when it comes to purchasing calves this spring.
08 January 2025

Preparing for Calving Part 1: Nutrition pre and post calving - what should I be feeding?
In advance of the spring calving season, Teagasc Nutritionist, Aisling Claffey and Teagasc Researcher and Vet, John Donlon join Catherine Egan for a three-part series on the Beef Edge podcast.
08 January 2025

Sourcing and finishing of high-quality dairy-beef animals key focus of DairyBeef 500 webinar
Are your planning to commence a dairy-beef enterprise in 2025 or looking to refine your skills on calf sourcing and finishing? DairyBeef 500 Advisor, Gordon Peppard previews an insightful webinar set to take place on January 16, 2025.
06 January 2025