Seeds
Stephen Robb on 15 Sep 2021
Slurryquip NPak system helps to futureproof farm nutrient management
Slurryquip founder Richard Fitzpatrick is using his 27 years of experience in the slurry industry to design a sweep of new technology to futureproof farm nutrient management, writes Stephen Robb.
Kieran Mailey on 25 Aug 2021
Beans dominate NI protein crop scheme
There were 80 eligible claims under the Protein Crops Payment Pilot Scheme in Northern Ireland during 2021, drawing down an average payment of £2,807.
Peter Thomas Keaveney on 18 Aug 2021
Lemken takes wraps off new edition of Azurit drill
Lemken has updated its Azurit 10 precision seed drill, which is set to be available from September.
Aidan Brennan on 28 Jul 2021
Another good year for reseeding
Seed sales are up and 2021 looks like it is going to be another good year for reseeding, writes Aidan Brennan.
Andy Doyle on 28 Jul 2021
Tillage Management: good harvest progress to date
Much of the winter barley has now been harvested with generally good yields and good to excellent grain quality.
Ellen Durkin on 28 Jul 2021
Tipperary farmers grow sunflowers in effort to raise funds for charity
After having a tumour removed from his shoulder, Seán Laffan wanted to do something to give back.
John Sleigh on 21 Jul 2021
Growing forage rape and kale hybrids this winter
This week, John Sleigh takes a look at forage crops after winter barley in Scotland.
Andy Doyle on 25 Jun 2021
Getting to know the basics of cereals
Cereals as a primary food are the biggest user of agricultural land in the world.
Peter Thomas Keaveney on 23 Jun 2021
Lemken take wraps off ‘Duo’ Solitair
Lemken is introducing its new Duo version of its Solitair 9+ pneumatic seed drill which comes with a divided seed hopper.
Amy Forde on 29 May 2021
Department and industry to strengthen controls around wildflower seeds
The Department has an agreement with the Irish Seed Trade Association (ISTA) to impose a zero tolerance for blackgrass in certified seed grown in Ireland.
Siobhán Walsh on 19 May 2021
Wildflower mixes pulled from shelves due to blackgrass contamination
The contamination of wildflower mixes with blackgrass has highlighted the lack of regulation around imported wildflower seeds. Stephen Robb and Siobhán Walsh report.
Siobhán Walsh on 19 May 2021
Wildflower seeds recalled due to blackgrass contamination
Germinal is asking any customers who have purchased wildflower seeds from the company to return the product. Stephen Robb and Siobhán Walsh report.
Siobhán Walsh on 18 May 2021
Wholesaler ceases sale of wildflower mixtures due to blackgrass contamination
Germinal has ceased the sale of wildflower mixtures grown in England as some seed was found to be contaminated with blackgrass. Stephen Robb and Siobhán Walsh report.
Andy Doyle on 12 May 2021
Wildflower seeds contaminated by blackgrass
The push towards increase planting of wildflower mixes could bring a series of new problems unless the process is regulated.
Andy Doyle on 05 May 2021
Prevent blackgrass seed return
The prevention of seed return is important for the long-term control of any weed problem but it is critical for blackgrass.
The Dealer on 28 Apr 2021
It looks like there’s money in wildflowers
The Dealer is thinking of getting into the wildflower business after he looked into buying a few seeds.
Gary Abbott on 14 Apr 2021
Pasture rejuvenation tools: Grass Technology Pro-Drill 2500
Irish manufacturer Grass Technology offers its Pro-Drill 2500 for low disturbance overseeding.
Gary Abbott on 14 Apr 2021
Pasture rejuvenation tools: Vredo
Campey Turf Care in Dublin offers the Dutch-built Vredo range of grassland rejuvenation machinery.
Peter Thomas Keaveney on 14 Apr 2021
Made in Ireland: sowing the seeds of success with Erth Engineering
Peter Thomas Keaveney caught up with Erth Engineering managing director David McCoubrey to find out how business is for Ireland’s only current direct drill manufacturer.
Gerry Daly on 17 Mar 2021
In the garden with Gerry Daly: spring sparkler
The Japanese quince, with its bright red flowers, does really sparkle in the spring sunshine, writes Gerry Daly