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What are forage crops costing to grow?
Siobhán Walsh
Farmers should look at the Teagasc crop costs and returns before planting forage crops and see how their figures will differ.
What are forage crops costing to grow?
Forage crops for grazing need buffer zones and liebacks
20 March 2024 Fodder
Forage crops for grazing need buffer zones and liebacks
Planning for grazing forage crops has to start early as buffer zones and a lie-back area have to be left in place.
Could you plant beans with your maize?
20 March 2024 Fodder
Could you plant beans with your maize?
Maize is high in energy, but low in protein. This trial is looking at ways to solve this problem.
Keep an eye on costs before planting forage crops
This week’s focus is on forage crops, from maize and beet to red clover and stubble turnips. Check out varieties and costs involved in growing these crops.
20 March 2024 Fodder
Check out the latest beet varieties
Over 9,000ha of beet were grown in 2023. Here are some of the varieties to look out for from sugar and fodder beet to smart beet.
20 March 2024 Fodder