The Poultry Edge

Teagasc

The Poultry Edge podcast from Teagasc covers all the news, advice and insights from the Irish poultry sector.

Episodes

  1. Irish Broiler Production: Standards, Scale & Sustainability

    JAN 19

    Irish Broiler Production: Standards, Scale & Sustainability

    Diarmaid Kirby, Agricultural Manager with Western Brand, one of the largest chicken processors in Ireland, joins Rebecca Tierney on this month’s Poultry Edge to discuss the Irish broiler sector, the standard of production achieved here in Ireland and the importance of buying Bord Bia stamped produce.   For more episodes from the Poultry Edge podcast go to the show page at: https://teagasc.ie/rural-economy/rural-development/poultry/the-poultry-edge-podcast/   The Poultry Edge is a co-production with LastCastMedia.com

    13 min
  2. Irish turkey production at Christmas time

    12/09/2025

    Irish turkey production at Christmas time

    As we approach Christmas, Rebecca Tierney takes a look at Irish turkey production in advance of the festive period, with Padraig McKenna, Managing Director with Whitakers Hatcheries, one of the major suppliers of turkeys in Ireland.   Make sure to buy an Irish turkey this Christmas and support our producers in this busy and stressful time.  And, remember your biosecurity measures as we continue to see cases of bird flu on the island.    Happy Christmas to all our Poultry Edge listeners,   For more episodes from the Poultry Edge podcast go to the show page at: https://teagasc.ie/rural-economy/rural-development/poultry/the-poultry-edge-podcast/   The Poultry Edge is a co-production with LastCastMedia.com

    24 min
  3. Bird flu and biosecurity advice with Aonghus Lane

    11/11/2025

    Bird flu and biosecurity advice with Aonghus Lane

    With confirmed cases of Avian Influenza, commonly referred to as Bird Flu, in Ireland, poultry veterinary practitioner, Aonghus Lane from St David’s Poultry Veterinary Team, joins Rebecca Tierney on the latest Poultry Edge podcast to discuss the importance of biosecurity and its implementation.   For more episodes from the Poultry Edge podcast go to the show page at: https://teagasc.ie/rural-economy/rural-development/poultry/the-poultry-edge-podcast/   The Poultry Edge is a co-production with LastCastMedia.com

    26 min
  4. The changes in the Irish egg industry

    10/15/2025

    The changes in the Irish egg industry

    Rebecca Tierney takes a closer look at the egg industry in Ireland and the changes and developments which have been taking place in recent years with Teagasc’s Pig and Poultry Specialist, Michael McKeon.   For more episodes from the Poultry Edge podcast go to the show page at: https://teagasc.ie/rural-economy/rural-development/poultry/the-poultry-edge-podcast/   The Poultry Edge is a co-production with LastCastMedia.com

    10 min
  5. A Preview of the Broiler Conference 2025

    10/07/2025

    A Preview of the Broiler Conference 2025

    Rebecca Tierney previews the upcoming Broiler Conferences taking place on Tuesday 21st October in the Hillgrove Hotel Monaghan, and on Thursday 23rd in The Longcourt House Hotel, Newcastle West, Limerick.    There will be a number of speakers covering a variety of topics including: -       Colm Ronan will discuss Mycotoxins, how they impact broiler production, signs to look out for and what to do if you notice these signs -       The Nuevo team will have the latest information on a new method of dealing with lameness in broilers, a common and ongoing issue -       Aonghus Lane will look at the issue of Cocci on broiler farms, the cost implications if left untreated and how we can deal with the issue -       Mukhtar Muhammad, will bring us the learnings from the EU project Broiler Net, in which Ireland has been a partner for the past 3 years -       Teagasc’s Kevin Connolly and Hugh McEneaney will detail some of the considerations for succession and inheritance for their farms And we are delighted to have Josje Hakker deliver the Broiler Signals training workshop, giving our attendees advice on how to maximum profitability through management on farm.   We will also be joined by a number of companies and exhibitors on both days for a networking event, so come along early to meet, chat and get the latest information on nutrition, renewables, health equipment and much more.    Be sure to book your place now for this free event and you can find all the details at: https://teagasc.ie/rural-economy/rural-development/poultry/events/     For more episodes from the Poultry Edge podcast go to the show page at: https://teagasc.ie/rural-economy/rural-development/poultry/the-poultry-edge-podcast/   The Poultry Edge is a co-production with LastCastMedia.com

    2 min
  6. The current market trends for Irish poultry production

    09/17/2025

    The current market trends for Irish poultry production

    For this first episode of the Poultry Edge, Rebecca Tierney is joined by Shauna Jager, the Pigmeat and Poultry Executive for Bord Bia to discuss the current Irish market and trends for poultry production and also get a snapshot as to what is happening in the UK and EU.   For more episodes from the Poultry Edge podcast go to the show page at: https://teagasc.ie/rural-economy/rural-development/poultry/the-poultry-edge-podcast/   The Poultry Edge is a co-production with LastCastMedia.com

    14 min

  7. 09/08/2025

    The Poultry Edge Coming Soon

    The Poultry Edge, Teagasc's new podcast presented by Rebecca Tierney, covers all the news, advice and insights from the Irish poultry sector.

    2 min

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The Poultry Edge podcast from Teagasc covers all the news, advice and insights from the Irish poultry sector.

Information

  • Creator
    Teagasc
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Teagasc
  • Show Website
    The Poultry Edge