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on 28 Jul 2021
Reseeding: seven steps to a successful autumn reseed.
The window of opportunity for grassland reseeding was limited earlier this season. The current grass growth conditions will lend themselves to an encouraging reseeding opportunity this autumn.
on 14 Jul 2021
Always take care when working near overhead electricity lines
Michael Murray, public safety manager with ESB Networks, highlights important precautions that should be taken when working near overhead electricity lines.
on 09 Jul 2021
Don’t give docks a second chance
Unfavourable weather conditions in late April and during the first half of May limited the opportunities for a pre-harvest herbicide application to dock-infested silage swards.
on 08 Jul 2021
Leading the way towards a low carbon footprint
Bord Bia data manager Dr Eleanor Murphy and Professor Thia Hennessy of UCC analyse the best-performing herds at reducing carbon footprint.
on 22 Jun 2021
Tillage farmers getting set for autumn drilling
Seedtech is hosting its trade walks in trial grounds in Faithlegg, Co Waterford, which will bring news from its extensive research trials programme.
on 10 Jun 2021
Community benefit a key theme from Shaping Our Electricity Future consultation
EirGrid, operator of the national electricity grid, will next week close its nationwide consultation on Shaping Our Electricity Future.
on 16 Jun 2021
Market Insights: unprecedented year for sheepmeat
Seamus McMenamin, Bord Bia sheep sector manager, examines the record performance of the Irish sheepmeat sector.
on 16 Jun 2021
This is why you should check the knives in your diet feeder regularly
It is important to regularly check the knives in your diet feeder for wear and tear. Damaged or worn knives may result in a host of unforeseen costs.
on 15 Jun 2021
Protect your future yields with Zoetis
Infectious bovine rhinotracheitis (IBR) is a hidden disease in many beef and dairy herds, and one that can prove costly.
on 03 Jun 2021
Global dairy markets remain strong
Liam McCabe, sector manager and dairy specialist at Bord Bia examines the current strength of global dairy markets.
on 12 May 2021
Forefront T: the Ideal herbicide for grazing pastures
When it comes to choosing the perfect broad-spectrum weed killer for grazing pastures, Forefront T is the gold standard.
on 18 May 2021
Control flies before they impact productivity
Flies are not only an irritant for cows and farmers alike, they also affect productivity – reducing animal grazing, therefore affecting milk yields and growth rates as well as behaviour in the parlour.