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24.04.2024

Dispelling some of the myths around TB (Bovine Tuberculosis)

David Quinn, Superintending Veterinary Inspector at Department Of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, is on this week’s joint episode of the Beef Edge and the Dairy Edge with hosts Catherine Egan and James Dunne to dispel some of the myths around TB (Bovine Tuberculosis). Ireland’s TB Eradication Scheme started in 1954. A TB forum was set up in 2018 and a new eradication strategy was launched in 2021. David first explains that last year there were over 30,000 cases which was an increase of 6,000 on the previous year. Currently the incidence rate is high nationally at 5%. David describes the skin test carried out at the annual herd test. He outlines the issues around the false positive and false negative tests, and he discusses the ways farmers can reduce farm risks and awareness around wildlife Further details are available at: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/health-and-welfare-/tb/ For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/thebeefedge Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com

24.04.2024

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20 min
13.06.2023

Can we reduce ewe wastage and improve their longevity in a flock?

Why are ewes leaving the flock and can we reduce the level of ewe wastage? On this week’s OviCast podcast, we discuss this topic in more detail with Prof. Paul Keynon from New Zealand’s Massey University. Paul discusses the reasons ewes are culled and lost out of the system and explains the impact this can have on flock output, lamb performance and costs in the system. Paul also talks to us about variation in ewe replacement rates in flocks in New Zealand and some of the reasons for these differences among farms. Finally, he discusses how we can alter management on farms to improve ewe longevity in a flock and improve overall productivity. For more episodes from the OviCast podcast, visit the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/sheep/ovicast-sheep-podcast

13.06.2023

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14 min
27.11.2025

Your Weekly Grass10 Update

For this week’s Grass10 grazing management update, John Maher discusses current grazing advice. Read more from this week’s Grass10 newsletter and subscribe for weekly updates at: https://bit.ly/Grass10-25thNov25 For more episodes from the Dairy Edge podcast go to the show page at: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/dairy/the-dairy-edge-podcast/ The Dairy Edge is a co-production with LastCastMedia.com

27.11.2025

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9 min
04.04.2023

Biomethane – An Opportunity for Ireland

Teagasc Building Officer, JJ Lenihan, joined Tom O’Dwyer, Head of Teagasc’s Signpost Programme, on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Biomethane – An Opportunity for Ireland’. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Barry Caslin. To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/

04.04.2023

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05.02.2025

Scan results & managing ewe condition in late pregnancy

As lambing season approaches, we're joined by Dr. Frank Campion to discuss key aspects of managing ewe condition at this critical stage of the production cycle. Frank begins by analysing the latest scan results from the BETTER farms and comparing them to previous seasons. We also examine the challenges posed by lower feed value silage this year and its implications for feeding plans. Frank highlights the significant impact of ewe body condition score (BCS) on lamb survival, growth rates, and flock culling decisions. We explore practical short-term strategies to mitigate these effects, with a particular focus on the heightened vulnerability of younger ewes. For more information: https://www.teagasc.ie/media/website/events/2025/Are-we-paying-enough-attention-to-ewe-body-condition-score-and-how-important-is-it.pdf For more episodes from the OviCast podcast, visit the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/sheep/ovicast-sheep-podcast

05.02.2025

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16 min
06.10.2020

Quad bike maintenance

Quad bikes are an extremely useful machine on many farms and on this episode of OviCast, Ciaran Lynch is joined by Francis Quigley machinery specialist, who chats about basic maintenance and some general advice on safe use and how to keep quads in good working order. Francis starts by discussing the importance of correct tyre pressure and why it should be monitored and adjusted to suit the needs of the specific task the quad is being used for, he also highlights the need to periodically assess tyre wear. Francis then discusses oil and filter servicing, checking brakes and general mechanical maintenance as well as matching up quad bikes to suitable towing equipment and highlights some important considerations in this regard. Finally, he explains the importance of checking the controls regularly and addressing any issues. To add some context to the messages Francis highlighted, particularly around safety, have a look at the following recently produced clip: http://bit.ly/QuadSafetyVid For more episodes from OviCast, visit the show page at: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/sheep/ovicast-sheep-podcast/

06.10.2020

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14 min
12.11.2025

Efficiency That Pays: Grass, Breeding & Better Results with John Barry

With the Teagasc National Beef Conference taking place on Tuesday, the 18th of November at the Raheen Woods Hotel in Athenry, County Galway, Future Beef farmer, John Barry from Nenagh, County Tipperary, is on this week’s Beef edge podcast to explain his suckling-to-weanling system and how he balances shape and quality to meet both home and export market demands. John Barry runs a 90-cow suckler herd full-time and since taking over the farm in his own name a decade ago, John has steadily developed the enterprise with significant investments, including new sheds, upgraded laneways and fencing, and the installation of a new cattle crush to make vaccinating and dosing more efficient. The herd is split between spring and autumn calving, with around 60 cows calving from February to April and the remainder from August to October. The preferred cow type on the farm is a Limousin–Simmental cross, although Charolais and Belgian Blue crosses also feature in the herd. Most cows are R+ to U– grade animals with good milk. Artificial insemination (AI) is used on more than 75% of the herd. John selects sires from Belgian Blue, Charolais, and Limousin breeds, while a Limousin stock bull is used for mop-up. Red Angus sires are also used on Belgian Blue-type heifers. John produces top-quality U and E grade weanlings for both the local and export markets. In recent years, John has placed a strong emphasis on grassland management, focusing on growing and utilising grass more efficiently to reduce costs. He has also incorporated red clover and undertaken arable reseeding to improve farm sustainability and productivity. John is speaking at this year’s National Beef Conference discussing his role in meeting future market demands. Whether you're looking to improve your breeding, plan ahead for tax, or start the conversation about passing on the farm – this event will have something for you. It is a free event and all are welcome. Further details available at: https://teagasc.ie/event/national-beef-conference/ For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/thebeefedge Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com

12.11.2025

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12 min
24.06.2024

A clear climate change signal in Irish weather and extremes

Professor Conor Murphy, Maynooth University, joined Mark Gibson, Head of the Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series, to discuss a clear climate change signal in Irish weather and extremes. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s John Greaney. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/

24.06.2024

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1 t
09.05.2024

Minimising BYDV in crops

BYDV levels are high and it can have a significant negative yield impact in both winter and spring crops. Dr Louise McNamara joins The Tillage Edge this week to chat about the current BYDV levels in winter crops and how to minimise BYDV in spring crops. Louise says it is too late to control aphids in winter crops but almost all spring crops are at a high risk from BYDV and it is critical to control aphids with the correct timing. For more details on the Teagasc Spring Crop Walks see here: https://www.teagasc.ie/crops/crops/events/ For more episodes and information from the Tillage Edge podcast go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/crops/crops/the-tillage-edge-podcast/ Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com

09.05.2024

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20 min
28.03.2024

Buffer zones – where to put them on your farm

Buffer zones are important to protect waterbodies and Hugh Rooney, a Teagasc ASSAP advisor, joins this week’s Tillage Edge to talk about how buffer zones are necessary and what benefits these areas can bring. Hugh explains that protecting waterbodies from nitrates, phosphates, sediment, pesticides and organic matter are all crucial to help the healthy status of rivers. He highlights the areas on the farm where three metre buffer zones are necessary and also talks about the need for six metre buffer zones for late harvested crops like potatoes, beet, maize, root vegetables, etc. For more episodes and information from the Tillage Edge podcast go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/crops/crops/the-tillage-edge-podcast/ Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com

28.03.2024

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11 min

Teagasc – the Agriculture and Food Development Authority – is the national body providing integrated research, advisory and training services to the agriculture and food industry and rural communities.