OviCast

OviCast
OviCast

OviCast is the Teagasc Sheep podcast. Presented by Ciaran Lynch it brings you the latest advice, insights and technical updates for the sheep industry. Visit the show page at: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/sheep/ovicast-sheep-podcast/

  1. Bonus Ep: Tips for dealing with the cold snap

    7 THG 1

    Bonus Ep: Tips for dealing with the cold snap

    With the cold snap this week, there’s a bonus OviCast episode with sheep specialists Damian Costello and Michael Gottstein sharing valuable insights on managing sheep farms during the present conditions.    Damian addresses challenges such as water supply and handling stock, emphasising the importance of safety during this difficult period and highlighting key considerations for farmers.    Michael discusses the impact on livestock, providing guidance on managing hypothermic lambs and the importance of supplementing feed.    He concludes by encouraging farmers to check in on their neighbours and reaching out for assistance when needed during this period.   For more episodes from the OviCast podcast, visit the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/sheep/ovicast-sheep-podcast

    25 phút
  2. Situation and outlook for 2025

    7 THG 1

    Situation and outlook for 2025

    Each year, the Teagasc Agricultural Economics and Farm Surveys Department reviews the current production year and examines the prospects for the upcoming agricultural season.    For this week’s OviCast, recorded just before Christmas, I sit down with Teagasc researcher Anne Kinsella to discuss the performance of the sheep sector in 2024 and the outlook for 2025.   Our conversation covers key topics, including price trends, changes in input costs, export markets, and profit margins. We also explore the outlook for the coming season, the influence of international markets on producers, and recent trends in global trade.   For more detailed information: https://www.teagasc.ie/media/website/publications/2024/Outlook-Sheep_DEC2024_AKFinal.pdf     For more episodes from the OviCast podcast, visit the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/sheep/ovicast-sheep-podcast

    17 phút
  3. Feeding the ewe in mid-pregnancy

    23/12/2024

    Feeding the ewe in mid-pregnancy

    Dr. Tim Keady is on the latest OviCast podcast to discuss feeding the ewe during mid-pregnancy and its impact on productivity.    Tim outlines the energy requirements of the ewe during this phase, we discuss the impact of grass supply and feed value in outdoor scenarios and the impact of different qualities of silages indoors.    Tim also talks about mobilising reserves, potential condition score loss and the impact that can have on next year’s lamb performance.    We finish up discussing feed management introducing supplementation to thinner ewes and planning ahead for next year.     For more episodes from the OviCast podcast, visit the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/sheep/ovicast-sheep-podcast

    14 phút
  4. Diversifying the farm business

    19/12/2024

    Diversifying the farm business

    Kilkenny sheep farmer, Brian Nicholson, joins this week’s OviCast to talk about the changes to his farm system in recent years.    Brian describes how he has converted part of his farm over to an organic system, we discuss the sheep, beef and tillage systems and their integration and how he has adapted his farm to suit.    We finish up discussing how he is incorporating agro-forestry into his farming system.    The Teagasc/FBD Environmental Sustainability Awards video of Brian Nicholson’s farm: https://youtu.be/jXgk4ZnJxxo   For more episodes from the OviCast podcast, visit the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/sheep/ovicast-sheep-podcast

    20 phút
  5. December Grass10 Update

    17/12/2024

    December Grass10 Update

    Teagasc Grass10 advisor, Niamh Doyle, has her monthly update on the OviCast podcast discussing grass management tips for the month ahead.    Niamh discusses the closing plan on farms, grazing conditions and the impact of re-grazing paddocks on spring growth.    We discuss the variation in performance of individual fields on farms and some investments to improve productivity next year.     You can subscribe to the Grass10 newsletter here: https://www.teagasc.ie/crops/grassland/grass10/grass10-enewsletter/     For more episodes from the OviCast podcast, visit the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/sheep/ovicast-sheep-podcast

    6 phút
  6. Key advice at housing

    13/12/2024

    Key advice at housing

    Sheep specialist Damian Costello joins us on this week’s OviCast as we discuss winter housing.    Damian talks to us about some of the key considerations at housing, penning and space allowances.    We discuss straw usage, alternative bedding and keeping slats clean during the winter before finishing up discussing housing for organic flocks.  For more episodes from the OviCast podcast, visit the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/sheep/ovicast-sheep-podcast

    22 phút
  7. Grazing management on forage brassicas

    04/12/2024

    Grazing management on forage brassicas

    Dr Frank Campion joins us on this week’s OviCast as we discuss grazing management on forage brassicas.  Frank discusses yields and why you should do a feed budget for the crop. We then discuss intakes, utilisation and the factors that influence it.  Frank also explains fencing, crop allocation and managing in wet conditions and he has advice for managing the crop in frosty conditions.  We finish up discussing the transition of the crop with finishing lambs and pregnant ewes. For more episodes from the OviCast podcast, visit the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/sheep/ovicast-sheep-podcast

    23 phút
  8. Hill flocks focus on condition and mating management

    26/11/2024

    Hill flocks focus on condition and mating management

    Dr. Frank Campion joins us on the latest OviCast as we discuss ewe condition and mating management in hill ewes.    Frank discusses the impact of ewe condition on performance in hill flocks, plus we discuss the targets and variation in ewe weight on the BETTER farms.    We move on to discuss single sire mating and crossbreeding, finishing up with Frank offering some tips on reducing the impact of ram infertility.    For more episodes from the OviCast podcast, visit the show page at:https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/sheep/ovicast-sheep-podcast

    13 phút
Xem tất cả (255)

Giới Thiệu

OviCast is the Teagasc Sheep podcast. Presented by Ciaran Lynch it brings you the latest advice, insights and technical updates for the sheep industry. Visit the show page at: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/sheep/ovicast-sheep-podcast/

Thông Tin

  • Nhà sáng tạo
    OviCast
  • Năm hoạt động
    2019 - 2025
  • Tập
    255
  • Xếp hạng
    Sạch
  • Bản quyền
    © Teagasc
  • Trang web chương trình
    OviCast

Có Thể Bạn Cũng Thích

Bạn cần đăng nhập để nghe các tập có chứa nội dung thô tục.

Luôn cập nhật thông tin về chương trình này

Đăng nhập hoặc đăng ký để theo dõi các chương trình, lưu các tập và nhận những thông tin cập nhật mới nhất.
Chọn quốc gia hoặc vùng

Châu Phi, Trung Đông và Ấn Độ

Châu Á Thái Bình Dương

Châu Âu

Châu Mỹ Latinh và Caribê

Hoa Kỳ và Canada