Rural Life
Prof. Frank O'Mara has said that Ireland, and Europe, have to ensure part-time farmers "get a reasonable return" for their efforts.
Podcast
What does the rest of 2026 have in store for Irish farmers? The latest Teagasc outlook points...
Environment
Water quality issues on your farm can lead to fines, but with good management, many issues can be avoided.
Beef
With drought hampering grass growth, the Tipperary dairy calf-to-beef demonstration farm has moved its rotation out to 25+ days.
Farm Survey
A farm injury has impacts beyond the harmed person, as its consequences can have an effect on the farmer’s family and the farm itself.
Tillage
Farmers should not be lulled into thinking that Irish soils have gone into a state of total hibernation at the present time
Agri-Business
A conference to mark the International Year of the Woman Farmer is set to be held in Co. Offaly in October.
Farm Safety
A farmer’s health can have an effect on how they deal with farm hazards like machinery, livestock and vehicles, according to Teagasc.
Sheep
A series of three events focused on organic lamb finishing are set to take place at locations across the country next month.
Ballyvadin Beef Farm
Ballyvadin Beef Farm Ltd dairy calf-to-beef demonstration farm in Fethard, Co. Tipperary is opening its gates to the public today (July 22).
Dairy
Tirlán has announced the eight dairy farm families that have been selected as inaugural 'Lighthouse Farms'.
DAFM has defended Teagasc's projected €52.4 million pension bill for 2026, which could account for 30% of its state funding this year.
Researchers, farmers, advisors and EU policymakers will gather later this year for a conference on farm safety.
Teagasc has successfully obtained planning permission for new student accommodation at Ballyhaise Agricultural College in Co. Cavan.
Many parts of the country are now well into drought conditions, especially in the south-east.
Dairy News
Dairygold and Teagasc launched a programme to help Dairygold milk suppliers build profitable, sustainable and resilient dairy businesses.
Farm incomes are set to fall in 2026 as milk and cattle prices ease alongside further cost pressures, a new report from Teagasc has said.
Teagasc is advising growers of oilseed rape not to include brassicas in cover crop mixes: the risk of Clubroot infections is enhanced.
With strong mart prices and good factory quotes again this week, many farmers may be tempted to cull ewes now.
The sowing date of cover crops is crucial, according to Teagasc, as the more growth that takes place, the more nitrate will be taken up.
Teagasc is understood to be "exploring the possibility of establishing a dedicated upland hill research farm".
Tips for setting up effective and simple paddock-grazing systems were among the discussion points at a recent Teagasc beef farm walk.
Apart from the north-west, the 2026 winter barley harvest is almost wrapped up while the winter oats harvest continues apace.
