Dairy
Profitable and sustainable dairy system
The Dairy Research programme in the Teagasc Agricultural College in Ballyhaise, County Cavan has been running for 17 years with a continued focus on developing profitable grazing systems for the Border, Midlands and Western regions
17 July 2022
Teagasc Fodder Survey Results
Teagasc dairy and drystock advisors completed feed budgets with a selection of over 500 farmer clients on PastureBase Ireland in late June/early July. The Teagasc Fodder Survey Results were presented to the National Fodder & Food Security Committee on Wednesday, 13th July. Get a summary here
17 July 2022
Labour Review Mid-Year on the Dairy Farm
2022 has now passed the half-year mark. How has it gone for you so far? Tom Murphy, Dairy Adviser, Teagasc Athenry says Now is a good time to assess what went well on your farm so far in 2022 and identify areas for change. He has helpful suggestions and tips for re-organising work on the dairy farm
16 July 2022
Farmers encouraged to view new SunSmart video
Working outdoors for long period’s means farmers are one of the highest risk groups for skin cancer. High temperatures are predicted over the next few days. Teagasc encourages farmers to watch the SunSmart video. Read also details on Healthy Ireland SunSmart steps for farmers.
16 July 2022
Lung worm, Hoose, Dictyocaulus viviparous – The Facts
Lungworm infection is one of the most important respiratory diseases of cattle in Ireland. Outbreaks can be widespread and unpredictable resulting in reduced animal performance and in severe cases animal losses. Martina Harrington, Teagasc Cattle Specialist has detailed advice on Lungworm in cattle
15 July 2022
Why July is the most dangerous month
Grim figures suggest greater caution than ever is needed on farms in summer. Farm Safety Week 2022 takes place from Monday 18 to Friday 22 July. This is timely as Francis Bligh, Teagasc Health and Safety Specialist demonstrates that July is the most dangerous month on farms. Read more here
15 July 2022
Today's Farm - July/August 2022
The July/August edition of our bi-monthly magazine is now available online. In this edition Meet our Green Cert graduates. With Farm Safety Week in July we learn it's the most dangerous month. Also Seven steps to maximise lamb performance, Growing demand for oilseed rape; joining ACRES and more
15 July 2022
Teagasc Signpost Programme Newsletter July 2022
In this month’s newsletter we've a short article on improving nutrient efficiency on tillage farms by Mark Plunkett. We profile two Signpost farmers – pigs farmers Miriam & Mattie Moore, Co. Offaly & organic farmer Bill George, Co. Laois. We've our usual climate actions for the month of July & more
13 July 2022
Grass10 Newsletter - 12th July 2022
See this week's advice from the Grass10 team. Keep up weekly walking of the farm. Get the takeaway messages from Sean O'Donnell's farm walk in Mayo. The Condons of Kilkenny are the Grass10 featured farmer; Clover reporter with Ger Pardy. How to manage low covers; PBI grass growth figures and more
13 July 2022
Meet Signpost dairy farmer Jimmy Cotter
West Cork dairy farmer Jimmy Cotter is a Teagasc Signpost programme farmer. These farmers are leading the way to reducing GHG emissions on their farms along with improving water quality, biodiversity and increasing profit margins from farming. Teagasc dairy advisor Grainne Hurley has farm details
12 July 2022
Ballyhaise’22 Dairy Open Day
We are delighted to invite all dairy farmers and dairy industry stakeholders to Ballyhaise’22, on Wednesday 13 July at Ballyhaise Agricultural College, Ballyhaise, Co. Cavan. "Futureproofing Irish Dairying" is the theme of this event. Find out more about what you can expect to see in the video here
12 July 2022
Getting dairy replacement heifer weights back on track
Do you know the weights of your dairy weanling and yearling heifers? Knowing the weights of your replacement dairy animals and reaching target weights on time is critical for successful calving at two years of age. George Ramsbottom, Teagasc dairy specialist has the advice
11 July 2022
Teagasc Student Maintenance Grants 2022/2023
The 2022/2023 Teagasc Student Maintenance Grant Scheme is now open. Teagasc student maintenance grants are paid through Teagasc and the grant scheme is managed by Teagasc. The closing date for applications is Friday 30th September 2022. See more details on how to apply here
11 July 2022
Contract Heifer Rearing in detail
Contract heifer rearing has increased in popularity over the past number of years. Teagasc ran two Contract Heifer Rearing farm walks in June on the farm of Laurence McEvoy, Co. Kilkenny and on Kieran & Caroline Henry's farm in Co. Sligo to address the growing interest. Get the details here
08 July 2022
Management of freshly reseeded grass - Clover swards in Ballyhaise
Establishing white clover on any commercial farm will take a number of years using a combination of reseeding and over-sowing. James Dunne, Dairy Specialist & researcher Donal Patton give information on the management of clover swards
07 July 2022
Grass 10 Newsletter July 5th
Get your weekly tips from the Grass10 team. Some information from PastureBase Ireland on grass growth. This weeks featured farmer is Sean O'Donnell, Ballina, Co Mayo. The Clover reported this week is Brian McCarthy, Clonakilty. Find out about a few upcoming events.
06 July 2022
Teagasc DairyBeef 500 Campaign
Since 2008, the number of suckler cows has reduced by approximately 285,000, while the number of dairy cows has increased by 481,000. In response to these changes, Teagasc have developed a new initiative which focuses on dairy-beef production. Get more information below from the DairyBeef 500 team*
05 July 2022
Teagasc Director welcomes farmers to Grange for Beef 2022
The day has finally arrived: Beef2022! Let's hear from Teagasc Director, Professor Frank O'Mara who extends a warm welcome to all.."I am delighted to welcome you to BEEF2022 at Teagasc Grange and I hope that you find the day enjoyable, informative and fulfilling". Frank has more about the day here
05 July 2022
July Organic Farm Walks
Teagasc, Department of Agriculture, Food & the Marine and organic organisations invite all farmers and members of the public to see organic farming in practice and to meet and speak with the producers and sector’s experts. Do this by attending one of the three final Organic Summer Farm walks in July
02 July 2022
Clonakilty Agricultural College - Dairy Update May 2022
James Daunt, Clonakility Agricultural College Lecturer gives an update as to what has happened on the dairy enterprise at the college in May 2022. James covers breeding, milk production and gives an update on grassland management and silage.
02 July 2022
Performing BETTER on Tomas O’ Leary's Farm
Although Tomas O'Leary, BETTER Sheep Farmer, Co. Kerry, has reduced fertiliser nitrogen applications by 25% in 2022, he has so far grown more grass than in previous years. Michael Gottstein, Head of Sheep KT, Teagasc discusses sheep performance, grass, silage and overall progress on the farm
01 July 2022
Method of establishing clover in Teagasc Ballyhaise
This research trial at Ballyhaise Agricultural College is looking at transitioning from high levels of Nitrogen use to low levels through incorporating white clover into new and existing perennial ryegrass swards. James Dunne, Teagasc Dairy Specialist, Ballyhaise explains how clover was established
30 June 2022
Dairy-beef: producing an in-spec carcass sooner
To find out more about DairyBeef research join us at Teagasc Grange for Beef 2022 on Tuesday 5th July. Here, Nicky Byrne, Donall Fahy, Jamie O’Driscoll and Mark Kearney, Teagasc Grange outline their investigations into producing an in-spec carcass sooner which is important in reducing GHG emissions
30 June 2022
New Teagasc ConnectEdProgramme Manager Appointed
Sheila Quinn has been appointed as the new manager of the Teagasc ConnectEd Programme. She will lead the development and delivery of the Programme which provides training and knowledge exchange programmes to the wider agri-food sector. Read more about Sheila Quinn and Teagasc ConnectEd here
29 June 2022
Grass10 Newsletter - 28th June 2022
Rainfall brings opportunity (growth) and challenge (grazing conditions). In this week's newsletter the Grass10 team promote the 2021 GFOY Winner Farm Walk on Friday, 8th July on Sean O'Donnell's farm in Mayo. Get details of Beef 2022 at Grange, featured farmer, clover reporter, advice and more here
29 June 2022
Concrete versus rubber covered slats
Concern for the welfare of finishing cattle, particularly in relation to housing conditions (floor type & space allocation), has been expressed at national and EU level. Teagasc Grange Researchers give insight into their research into Concrete versus rubber covered slats. Find out more at Beef 2022
29 June 2022
Meet Michael & Alex McCarthy, Signpost dairy farmers
We are farming in a partnership milking 170 cows on a grass based system. We farm 104 hectares. A major challenge we see coming at us over the next couple of years are the environmental challenges. As Signpost farmers we want to increase biodiversity on our farm. Read our June update here
28 June 2022
Successful Kildalton 50th Open Day
The Teagasc Kildalton Agriculture, Horticulture and Equine College in Piltown county Kilkenny opened its doors and its gates to thousands of visitors on Saturday, 25 June to celebrate its 50th year as an education college.
27 June 2022
Silage effluent, storing silage & water quality
Silage effluent is highly pollutant to waterbodies and must be stored and collected according to best practice. An accidental discharge can have serious effects on a rivers ecology including fish kills for long distances downstream. Kieran Kenny, Teagasc ASSAP advisor, Roscommon has practical advice
27 June 2022
Using Protected Urea
Using protected urea in grassland results in lower nitrous oxide (N2O) emissions than CAN and lower ammonia losses than urea. This makes it the most sustainable fertiliser N source for meeting both greenhouse gas and ammonia loss emission commitments, as Sandra Hayes, Teagasc advisor reminds us here
26 June 2022