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Making the most of autumn grass in wet conditions

Sticking to autumn targets from now to 1 December will extend the grazing season this autumn while providing enough grass for next spring writes Brendan Horan.

GRASS & FEEDING 21 October 2026

Making the most of autumn grass in wet conditions

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What has these Northern lights shining brightly?

What has these Northern lights shining brightly?

GRASS & FEEDING 21 October 2026

Normal autumn grazing conditions resume

Normal autumn grazing conditions resume

GRASS & FEEDING 14 October 2026

How a 152-cow Wexford dairy farm made €1,294 profit per cow last year

How a 152-cow Wexford dairy farm made €1,294 profit per cow last year

How a 152-cow Wexford dairy farm made €1,294 profit per cow last year

GRASS & FEEDING 7 October 2026

The Grass Week: heavy rain hampers intakes

The Grass Week: heavy rain hampers intakes

The Grass Week: heavy rain hampers intakes

GRASS & FEEDING 3 October 2026

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Grazing conditions good as growth continues

Grazing conditions good as growth continues

Growth has remained strong this week, despite falling slightly. Grazing conditions are also good for now, but with high rainfall promised over the coming week, this could start to change.

GRASS & FEEDING 30 September 2026

Wicklow dairy farmer's five-step plan to tackle a 50-day winter feed shortfall

Wicklow dairy farmer's five-step plan to tackle a 50-day winter feed shortfall

For Wicklow dairy farmer Declan Bollard, a great rebound in autumn grass growth has filled a lot of the winter feed deficit, but scars from the summer drought remain, writes Aidan Brennan.

GRASS & FEEDING 30 September 2026

Dairy Management: closing off paddocks for autumn

Dairy Management: closing off paddocks for autumn

While grazing conditions are super at the moment, our attention now turns to the last rotation and setting the farm up for 2027.

GRASS & FEEDING 28 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

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

The Grass Week: growth finally takes off in southeast

The Grass Week: growth finally takes off in southeast

Growth rates in the southeast are rivalling April and May growth in some cases, as the combination of rainfall and heat have finally married together.

GRASS & FEEDING 12 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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