Tillage
Teagasc tillage specialist, Shay Phelan has confirmed that some winter barley crops have experienced a degree of lodging with the return of
Tillage Technical
The Teagasc ‘Spring Barley Guide’ confirms that the ideal soil-pH value for these crops comes in at approximately 6.5.
Similar to maize, it is expected that the area of fodder beet will be maintained at its current level of approximately 9,000ha in 2023.
Dairy Technical
In Ireland, grazed grass is the cheapest feed, but in most cases it provides inadequate iodine to meet lactating cow requirements.
Trace element deficiency is quite important for cereals with crops most prone to problems concerning copper, manganese and zinc.
