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Beef
Last chance for chemical fertiliser on grassland
Kieran Mailey
The closed period for applying chemical fertiliser on grassland comes into effect on 15 September, leaving a brief window for any final applications to boost growth rates.
31 August 2024 Management
Five management tasks for autumn-calving herds
As autumn calving activity steps up on suckler farms, outlined are some tasks to keep on top of during September.
28 August 2024 Pedigree
Difficult weather conditions means higher risk of tetany
Adam Woods takes a look at tetany prevention and how to avoid cases on suckler farms.
Wet grazing conditions increasing tetany risks
Cows are at an increased risk of developing grass tetany when grazing wet, lush swards.
27 August 2024 Management
My Farming Week: Seán Teehan, Coolderry, Co Offaly
Seán spent time farming in Australia before returning home to help run the family farm.
14 August 2024 News
Cold and wet conditions raise pneumonia and tetany risks
Suckler cows in milk and young calves will be at increased risk of grass tetany and pneumonia as cold, wet weather persists.
11 June 2024 Management
Mixed weather for bank holiday weekend - Met Éireann
Met Éireann has forecast the weekend to bring mixed weather and temperatures of up to 15°C.
3 May 2024 News
Beef Management: BPS application deadline and grass tetany prevention
Adam Woods takes a look at fertiliser application on beef farms, BPS deadlines and preventing grass tetany on suckler farms.
1 May 2024 Management
Be alert for grass tetany as grazing resumes
Where suckler cows with calves at foot have been turned out to grass in recent days, make sure animals are well covered for magnesium to prevent tetany.
23 April 2024 Management
Sheep Management: chance to finally get back on track
The rate at which conditions return to normal will vary greatly depending on land type but the upturn in weather will deliver farmer and beast a well deserved break
17 April 2024 Management