Dairy Technical
October grazing advice for tricky ground conditions
When it comes to an Irish grass-based dairy system, October is one of the most important months of the year....
Paddocks
N.Ireland
CAFRE: Now is time to prioritise autumn grazing management
A dairy technologist from the College of Agriculture Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) has encouraged farmers to prioritise successful autumn...
Dairy Technical
Grazing conditions become challenging on some farms
The recent rainfall has resulted in challenging grazing conditions on many farms across the country. Many farms were feeling the...
Dairy Technical
Investments for improved grazing infrastructure
Grazing infrastructure plays a key role on dairy farms as it allows farmers to maximise the benefits of grazed grass...
Property
'148ac top class dairy farm' for sale in Co. Limerick
Hailed by the selling agents as a “top class dairy farm” this property at Breska, Clarina, Co. Limerick, comprises 148ac...
Dairy
Is pre-mowing paddocks worthwhile or is it a waste of time?
At this stage of the season, keeping good-quality grass in front of cows can be an issue – as grass...
Grass
Should I roll my damaged paddocks?
After what can be described as one of the worst winters on record, it seems we have turned a corner...
Grass
How much does a paddock system cost and what will my return be?
Paddock systems do not have to be expensive; the cheapest system will work the finest. This was a key message...
Grass
What size should my paddocks be and how many do I need?
A paddock system is key to grass growth, quality and utilisation. In Ireland, the national average grass growth on drystock...
Beef
Beef farmers can see grass growth and profits jump with paddocks - Teagasc
A paddock system will allow beef farmers to grow 17-20% more grass on their farms, resulting in 20% more profit,...
Dairy
'Paddocks are too small on many Irish dairy farms'
Paddocks on most Irish dairy farms were designed 20 years ago and, as a result, they compromise on the cows’...