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16 March 2022
Grass10 Newsletter - 15th March 2022
The Grass10 Newsletter features; a research farm update from Ballyhaise; Grass10 featured farmer, the clover reporter with Ger Pardy, Co. Offaly plus Grass10 weekly tips and checklist; grass growth predictions, link to beginner PastureBase training, early spring grazing video and more here
16 March 2022
First Meeting of Fodder and Food Security Committee
Over 30 organisations were represented at the first meeting of the National Fodder and Food Security Committee last Friday, 11 March in Teagasc Moorepark. The group was set up to support the national response to the unfolding feed, fertiliser and energy supply issues created by the war in Ukraine
15 March 2022
Kildalton 50 - A Celebration of 50 years in Land Based Education
For over 50 years, Kildalton College in South Kilkenny has forged a path for students of agriculture, horticulture and equitation. To celebrate this milestone, the Teagasc Kildalton College will open its doors on Saturday, 25th of June this year, from 11am to 4pm
15 March 2022
Now is not the time to skimp on fertiliser
The rapid rise in fertiliser price, particularly for fertiliser N, is causing some farmers especially those stocked at lower levels to question the economics of spreading Nitrogen this year. George Ramsbottom Dairy Specialist advises farmers to fertilise to maximise grass growth in April/ May
14 March 2022
Today's Farm - March/April 2022
The March/April edition of our bi-monthly magazine is now available online. It includes articles on genetics,Commercial Beef value, fertilising for grass silage, basic payment, controlling chickweed in cereals, health & safety, forestry diversification, dahlias and meet Teagasc Director Frank O'Mara
13 March 2022
Hedging Your Bets!
Bernie Leahy, B&T Drystock Adviser, Teagasc, Galway/Clare discusses the legacy of a hedge here as she makes connections with Cheltenham, and the numerous benefits of a hedge. She also reminds farmers of REAP planting date commitments this March.
13 March 2022
Agriculture Courses - What are the Options?
The choice of agricultural courses is considerable. Students planning a career in the Agricultural or Horticultural sector and also qualifying as a young trained farmer may find it difficult to navigate the list of courses available. Education Officer Serena Gibbons gives a synopsis on the options
12 March 2022
The Clover Reporter with Trevor Boland
The Grass 10 team continue with their weekly focus on clover. This week the farmer in the spotlight is Trevor Boland from County Sligo, winner of the Suckler section of the Grassland Farmer of the Year in 2019
11 March 2022
Nitrogen for Dairy Farms Factsheet
Teagasc recently published a compendium of 20 factsheets providing the latest technical advice on soils, nutrients and fertiliser. The eighth of these is about Nitrogen for Dairy Farms and can be read here. All 20 will be published here on Teagasc Daily
10 March 2022
Clonakilty Agricultural College Dairy Update Jan/Feb 2022
Calving commenced earlier than expected in January on the Clonakilty Agricultural College Dairy farm. James Daunt, Dairy teacher, has the first update of 2022 with the latest on what has happened on the dairy enterprise so far this year with calving, milk results and grassland management
10 March 2022
Grass10 Newsletter - 8th March 2022
The Grass10 Newsletter features 2 chances at beginner PastureBase training; a research farm update from Curtin's farm, Cork; Cathal Irwin, Mayo on the BeefEdge podcast; early spring grazing with Jason Coulter in Sligo; plus Grass10 weekly tips and checklist; grass growth predictions and more here
09 March 2022
PastureBase Ireland - Increasing your Income and Saving you Time
Have you recently started grass measuring and want to learn how to make better use of PastureBase Ireland, to make better grazing decisions, earn more and save more time?. Join the PastureBase and Grass10 experts as they demonstrate using the PastureBase Ireland on Thursday 10 March. Register here
09 March 2022
Major Online Event to mark the Publication of Developing Rural Ireland: A History of the Irish Agricultural Advisory Services
A webinar marking the landmark publication of ‘Developing Rural Ireland: A History of the Irish Agricultural Advisory Services’ by Mícheál Ó Fathartaigh took place on Thursday, 17 February 2022. It was hosted jointly by Teagasc and the Social Sciences Research Centre (SSRC) at NUI Galway.
08 March 2022
Optimising Production While Reducing Costs and Emissions in Claremorris
Jarlath Ruane farms in conjunction with his father Austin in Corbally outside Claremorris. They run a dairy calf to beef system alongside a flock of lowland sheep. Jarlath is part of the Teagasc Signpost Programme under the Dairy Beef 500 banner. Cathal Conaty, Advisor, Teagasc Claremorris has more
07 March 2022
Change your milk feeding strategy this spring and save time
Milk replacer can be fed once-a-day (OAD) with no differences in weight gain or scour incidence. James Dunne, Teagasc Dairy Specialist discusses once-a-day feeding of milk replacer. He outlines the benefits, best practice and states it is essential to always follow the manufacturer’s recommendations
07 March 2022
The Clover Reporter with Laurence Sexton
The Grass10 team continue the weekly new section of the newsletter, The Clover Reporter. This week it's the turn of dairy farmer, Laurence Sexton. These farms are continuing to establish more clover into their grass-clover swards for animal performance and nitrogen reduction gains.
06 March 2022
TResearch Spring 2022
TResearch is an official science publication of Teagasc. It aims to disseminate the results of the organisation’s research to a broad audience. Put to good use - Researchers are using innovative processes and consumer insights to help combat food waste
05 March 2022
Early Grass Management on a Dairy Farm
The importance of early spring grazing can never be underestimated on Irish farms. Sandra Hayes Co Ordinator, Teagasc Glanbia Future Farm Programme recently visited Jack, Larry and Annette Kearney on their dairy farm in Cork and drew up a spring rotation plan. Watch the video here for more
04 March 2022
Seasolutions: Seaweeds & seaweed-ingredients to reduce enteric methane emissions from pasture-based sheep, cattle and dairy cows
On 10th and 11th March, Teagasc will host an online conference on the Seasolutions project, which is investigating whether the addition of native seaweeds and seaweed extracts to the ruminant diet can reduce methane emissions.
04 March 2022
Teagasc appoint new Head of Animal and Grassland Programme
Teagasc has appointed Dr Laurence Shalloo as Head of the Animal & Grassland Research and Innovation programme. The Teagasc Authority approved the appointment at its meeting on Wednesday 2 March 2022.
03 March 2022
Research Trial Update Clonakilty Agricultural College
James Daunt, Clonakilty Agricultural College Lecturer caught up with Brian McCarthy, Clonakilty Research Officer to get a review of the clover trial at the College which took place from 2019 to 2021. The experiment looked at sward types and nitrogen fertiliser rates.
03 March 2022
Could Organic Farming work on your Farm?
As CAP 2023 approaches there is going to be an increased emphasis on environmental schemes and carbon friendly farming. Organic farming is of particular interest. Eanna Loughrey, Education Officer, Teagasc Ballinrobe has information about The Organic farming scheme and webinar details here
02 March 2022
Grass 10 Newsletter March 1
The Grass 10 Newsletter features an update from the Newford Farm in Athenry. This weeks Clover Reporter is from Co Cork. New to PastureBase Ireland? Sign up for a beginners training course on March 10th
02 March 2022
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Hedge Cutting Season now Closed
The hedge cutting season is over. Today, Tuesday, 1 March is the first day of the bird nesting season, hedges must not be cut. Catherine Keena, Countryside Management Specialist points out that the absence of hedge cutting from March to September allows birds to nest safely and without disturbance.
01 March 2022
The Right Course Of Action
Combining cutting-edge modern developments with traditional practical skills, Teagasc offers a unique, hands-on learning experience – with an exciting selection of courses. Head of Education Dr Anne-Marie Butler gives more information.
28 February 2022
Getting the most out of automatic calf feeding this Spring
Calf rearing accounts for a large amount of the total workload on farms in spring. Some farmers have purchased an automatic calf feeder to reduce workload. Dairy Specialist Martina Gormley gives advice on best practice when using these feeders.
28 February 2022
Teagasc Signpost Programme Newsletter February 2022
In this month’s newsletter; Teagasc compendium of 20 factsheets providing the latest technical advice on soils, nutrients and fertiliser; useful tips on managing fertiliser inputs on tillage farms; insight from a signpost farmer; the slurry calibration tool; research update and more
28 February 2022
White Clover Factsheet
Teagasc recently published a compendium of 20 factsheets providing the latest technical advice on soils, nutrients and fertiliser. The sixth of these is about White Clover and can be read here. All 20 will be published here on Teagasc Daily
27 February 2022
The Clover Reporter with Peter Doyle
The Clover Reporter is the newest addition to the Grass10 newsletter. This section will give weekly reports and videos from farmers who have a lot of clover established on their farms. This week Peter Doyle, Researcher at the Derrypatrick Herd, Teagasc Grange reports on clover on the farm
27 February 2022