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Lower-cost rations can end up costing more in lost performance

Decisions on selecting concentrates should be focused primarily on the energy content of the feed and then protein conten/cost price.

GRASS & FEEDING 25 October 2026

Lower-cost rations can end up costing more in lost performance

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Grass+ Beef: closing paddocks as growth drops

Grass+ Beef: closing paddocks as growth drops

GRASS & FEEDING 21 October 2026

Grass+ Beef: is now the time to lime?

Grass+ Beef: is now the time to lime?

GRASS & FEEDING 14 October 2026

Dairy Management: The best milk response to ration for spring calving cows is du

Dairy Management: The best milk response to ration for spring calving cows is du

Dairy Management: The best milk response to ration for spring calving cows is du

MANAGEMENT 14 October 2026

High intakes drive performance on Foyle beef unit

High intakes drive performance on Foyle beef unit

High intakes drive performance on Foyle beef unit

NORTHERN IRELAND 7 October 2026

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Grass+ Beef: growth consistent but ground conditions less so

Grass+ Beef: growth consistent but ground conditions less so

Ground is starting to get sticky along the west, but farmers east of the Shannon are coping well despite cattle flying through covers of grass.

GRASS & FEEDING 7 October 2026

The Grass Week: heavy rain hampers intakes

The Grass Week: heavy rain hampers intakes

Heavy rain on Friday and earlier in the week has caused grass dry matter to fall even further and is making good graze out a challenge.

GRASS & FEEDING 3 October 2026

Grass+ Beef: time to start closing paddocks

Grass+ Beef: time to start closing paddocks

With October having hit, now is the time to start closing up paddocks, to ensure grass is available and in the right place for next spring.

GRASS & FEEDING 30 September 2026

The Grass Week: predicted growth still over 50kg DM/ha

The Grass Week: predicted growth still over 50kg DM/ha

Strong grass growth continues to persist, with it being a saving grace for many farmers this back end.

GRASS & FEEDING 26 September 2026

Strong growth continues to build grass supply

Strong growth continues to build grass supply

Growth continues to exceed normal September levels on many farms and regular measurement will be required to manage it.

GRASS & FEEDING 23 September 2026

Grass+ Beef: September growth continues strong

Grass+ Beef: September growth continues strong

Solid growth with the above average soil temperatures have meant that recovery has been excellent across the country.

GRASS & FEEDING 16 September 2026

Irish grain and straw in focus for fodder stretching

Irish grain and straw in focus for fodder stretching

There was a focus on keeping fodder local on the Teagasc stand at this year’s National Ploughing Championships as livestock farmers look ahead to winter fodder.

NEWS 16 September 2026

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Why protein and grass-fed create a positive outlook for Irish dairy

Bord Bia Head of Dairy David Kennedy spoke to Julian Mellentin, New Nutrition business founder, to explore the trends influencing dairy and what they could mean for Ireland’s grass-fed dairy sector.

Why protein and grass-fed create a positive outlook for Irish dairy

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