Compaction
Stephen Robb on 29 Sep 2021
From the Tramlines: autumn arrives but ground conditions still good
Stephen Robb talks to growers from counties Louth, Tipperary and Galway, who have all made a start to winter cereal sowing. Autumn has arrived, however, with the onset of cooler, wetter weather.
Peter Thomas Keaveney on 08 Sep 2021
Made in Ireland: young Galway firm fabricating into the future
Now entering his second decade in the machinery manufacturing business, Alan Winters from Galway-based Alstrong has had plenty of success in recent years.
Gary Abbott on 25 Aug 2021
Catch-cropping – why and how
Gary Abbott looks at some common catch crop establishment methods and the associated machinery required and costs involved for each, as well as the benefits of growing these nutrient-absorbing crops.
Peter Thomas Keaveney on 25 Aug 2021
Continental adds two more sizes to its VF CombineMaster range
Continental has added the 620/70R26 and 750/65R26 sizes to its VF CombineMaster agricultural tyre portfolio.
Contributor on 18 Aug 2021
Chaser bin increases output and cuts compaction in Cork
Running two combines, tillage farmers Stephen and Darren Buckley this year made the switch to a 27,000l chaser bin, increasing combine output by up to 20%. Peter O'Brien travelled to see it in action.
Kieran Mailey on 21 Jul 2021
Top tips for successful autumn reseeding
Where farmers are planning on reseeding under-performing swards in the coming weeks, Kieran Mailey outlines 10 tips to consider beforehand.
Siobhán Walsh on 14 Jul 2021
New soil health app launched for farmers
This is a handy app to help you examine your soil health and structure in the field. All you need is a spade, a ruler and your smart phone.
Kieran Mailey on 10 Jul 2021
Beef management: five tips for summer reseeds
Mid-summer is a good opportunity to get less-productive grazing swards reseeded. Kieran Mailey outlines some tips to consider when establishing new grass.
Peter Thomas Keaveney on 30 Jun 2021
Michelin expands its row crop tyre range
Michelin has announced its new AgriBib Row Crop IF (Improved Flexion) tyre is now available in five sizes.
Andy Doyle on 16 Jun 2021
Principles behind successful straw incorporation
Successful straw incorporation will bring short- and long-term benefits, as well as some risks, so it is essential to understand the objectives, writes Andy Doyle.
Stephen Robb on 16 Jun 2021
From the Tramlines: field compaction clear to see this season
Stephen Robb talks to growers from counties Kildare, Tipperary and Donegal. Most crops have good potential however spring crops appear to be struggling in compacted areas of fields this year.
Gary Abbott on 09 Jun 2021
HSA and FCI issue clarity on silage pit heights
A statement released by the FCI and HSA recommended that as a general rule of thumb silage pit height should never be more than double the height of the retaining walls and slope at less than 45°.
Kieran Mailey on 24 Apr 2021
Five things to consider when reseeding
When reseeding grassland, correcting soil pH and drainage issues before carrying out field work are just some things to consider before sowing gout new grass.
Gary Abbott on 14 Apr 2021
Grassland spike aerator options
Spike aerators are a simple effective tool to help alleviate soil compaction and do as the name suggests, allow more air into the soil. We look at some of the mounted and trailed options on the market
Peter Thomas Keaveney on 17 Mar 2021
Professional advice for choosing and maintaining tyres
Peter Thomas Keaveney caught up with Kevin Burke from Kevin Burke Tyres in Galway who offers readers some tips and advice on choosing the right tyres and how to help increase tyre longevity.
Gary Abbott on 17 Mar 2021
BKT adds more size options to VF trailer and tractor tyre ranges
BKT has added three more sizes to its V-Flexa flotation tyres dedicated to trailers and one further size to its Agrimax V-Flecto tractor tyre range, with more to follow.
Gary Abbott on 18 Feb 2021
UK farm boosts farm efficiency with Michelin’s latest VF Tyre technology
Bedfordia Farms, based in Bedfordshire UK, has recently invested in three new John Deere 6250R tractors, each fitted with Michelin’s AxioBib 2 VF tyres to help reduce soil compaction.
Andy Doyle on 13 Jan 2021
Know what your soil is telling you
While time and nature gave us the soils we farm, their management over time is hugely important in terms of making them less or more productive today.
Aidan Brennan on 11 Jan 2021
Dairy management: slurry season looms
Aidan Brennan looks at the best way of utilising slurry on dairy farms this spring.
Peter McCann on 04 Nov 2020
Rushes infesting upland areas, study finds
A single rush stem can produce between 4,500 and 8,500 seeds each year