The National Ploughing Championships 2026 takes place from September 15th to 17th at Screggan, Tullamore, County Offaly.
Visit the Teagasc ‘Science Supporting Farming‘ marquee and outdoor exhibit to meet our team of experts and get practical advice on the issues that matter most to you.
From farming and livestock to farm management, succession, education, health and safety and environmental sustainability, our experts will be on hand to answer your questions, share the latest research and provide practical solutions for your farm.
Visitors can also explore Teagasc’s work supporting the food industry, with interactive exhibits showcasing food innovation, gut health, reducing food waste and getting more value from crops.
Explore our outdoor exhibit area and discover practical ways to improve farm productivity, reduce costs and protect the environment.
Our grassland demonstration will showcase the benefits of clover and multispecies swards, including how they can reduce reliance on chemical nitrogen fertiliser while maintaining productive, high-quality swards. Visitors can see different sward types and learn how clover and other species can improve nutrient use efficiency.
Teagasc beef, dairy and sheep specialists will demonstrate how to manage different silage qualities and balance them with concentrate feeds, while answering your livestock questions.
Experts from Teagasc ASSAP, Signpost and Forestry will highlight practical ways farmers can protect water, biodiversity and soil, while showing how environmental measures can also benefit farm profitability.
Dr. Michael Egan, Teagasc Grassland researcher, discussing management of grass swards, at last year’s Exhibit at the National Ploughing Championships.
In our marquee, visitors can meet Teagasc experts in education, farm management, succession, farm health and safety, and receive advice on all aspects of farming.
There’s lots to see and do – learn how you can test your soil health, take a virtual walk through a pine forest, enjoy our art competition or test your knowledge for the chance to win a prize.
Visitors can take part in a daily competition, run by the Signpost Programme, for the chance to win a lorry load of lime.
Simply call to the Teagasc stand, provide your details and answer the competition question.
A winner will be selected at the end of each day across the three days of the National Ploughing Championships.
We look forward to seeing you there!
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