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Tillage
Tillage industry calls for immediate funding for sector
Siobhán Walsh
Here is what some of the main organisations in the tillage sector had to say on the target to increase tillage area.
17 January 2024 News
Seed shortage update - keep planting winter wheat
The Irish Seed Trade Association has secured a derogation for Irish seed, but seed is still short and Teagasc is advising growers to continue to plant winter wheat.
17 January 2024 News
Department issues recommended lists amidst seed shortage
There is a spring seed shortage at present and a number of organisations are working together to alleviate the problem.
Planting decisions and risk management for 2024
With a severe decline in the area planted to winter cereals and oilseed rape, tillage farmers need to plan ahead for the 2024 season.
22 November 2023 News
Tillage Podcast: seed shortage, wet fields and ineffective herbicides
Two guests join us on this week’s podcast to chat about possible seed shortages and grass weed infestations.
9 November 2023 News
Warning of spring cereal seed shortage of up to 40%
The Irish Seed trade Association is encouraging farmers to plant winter cereals where appropriate as spring cereal seed is in short supply.
8 November 2023 News