Stand 1
Beef cattle production in a changing landscape
- Profile of incomes and profitability of Irish beef cattle farms
- Achieving the right balance of productivity and work-life balance
- Meeting the consumer requirement for sustainable beef
BEEF2026 Open Day
The BEEF2026 Open Day takes place on Wednesday, 1st July at Teagasc, Grange, Dunsany.
The theme this year is Driving Sustainable Performance.
Wednesday, 1st July 2026
8:45am-3:00pm
Teagasc, Grange, Dunsany
Free to attend
Event information
BEEF2026 will feature the latest research and innovation in beef cattle farming.
For farmers seeking to improve profitability, efficiency and sustainability, this is an event not to be missed. One idea gained on the day could make a significant difference to farm performance for years to come.
Wednesday, 1st July 2026
8:45am - 3:00pm (talks start from 9:00am)
Teagasc, Grange, Dunsany, Co. Meath, C15 PW93
Free to attend
How to get there
Free on-site parking
Eircode: C15 PW93 Get directions
What to expect
3 main stands
All focused on the core theme 'Driving Sustainable Performance'
Stand 2
Suckler Systems
- Key performance indicators driving profitable suckler farming
- Improving on-farm efficiency and output per livestock unit
- Controlling costs to improve overall farm performance
Stand 3
Dairy-Beef Systems
- Selecting a dairy-beef system for your farm
- Practical technologies to improve dairy-beef system efficiency
- Dairy-beef steer and heifer system profitability
Technology villages
A journey through practical innovation
Each village covers management practices for efficient beef production systems.
Grassland & Forage
- Correcting lime for growth
- Getting clover working
- Making quality silage
- Improving farm infrastructure
Suckler Beef
- Research trial updates from Teagasc Grange
- Breeding the ideal suckler cow
- Synchronisation to improve fertility & labour efficiency
- Herd health: cows & calves from birth to weaning
- Derrypatrick and Maternal Research Herds
- Newford Demonstration Herd
Dairy Calf-to-Beef
- Profitable dairy-beef systems
- Utilising the Commercial Beef Value (CBV)
- Efficient calf-rearing practices
- Maintaining calf health
- DairyBeef500 Demonstration Farms
- Tipperary Dairy Calf to Beef Demonstration Farm
Advisory, Education & Opportunities
- Teagasc Advisory Services
- Organic Farming Opportunities
- Education & Training
- Teagasc Podcasts
- Rural Economy & Development Programme
- Farm Diversification Options
Anaerobic Digestor (AD)
- Visit the Anaerobic Digestor Plant
- Opportunities for farmers in AD
- Bio-energy from AD
Industry
- Health & Wellbeing
- Industry Stakeholders
- Meat Processors
- Breed Societies
- Producer Groups
Event map
Why Attend BEEF2026
Hear from farmers who have already visited Teagasc Grange ahead of the Open Day — and see what they found.
Ken visited Grange with his advisor ahead of the Open Day.
What struck him most wasn't cutting-edge technology — it was the practical, low-cost infrastructure designed to cut labour and reduce stress on cattle and farmer alike. Proper fencing, well-placed handling facilities, pens positioned to eliminate unnecessary cattle movement.
"Simple things," Ken said, "but they reduce labour and stress enormously."
Robbie visited Grange with a particular interest in where methane research is heading.
What he found was directly actionable. Teagasc researchers are showing how sire selection alone can meaningfully reduce emissions — without waiting for new infrastructure or additives.
"That's something we can implement nearly immediately at farm level," Robbie said, "because we're picking bulls every year."
FAQs
Answers to common questions about attending BEEF2026.
Is BEEF2026 free to attend? +
Yes, attendance is free, there will be registration on the day available from 8:45am.
Where is BEEF2026 taking place? +
BEEF2026 takes place at Teagasc, Grange, Dunsany, Co. Meath, C15 PW93
Do I need to register in advance? +
Registration is on the day and takes place from 8:45am.
Will food be available on the day? +
There are food outlets available on site.
Can I attend only part of the programme? +
Talks will take place throughout the day, starting at 9:00am until 3:00pm. Talks will occur multiple times throughout the day. Attending from the morning will give you the best chance to see all demonstrations and talks.
Is parking available at the venue? +
Free on-site parking will be available.
Will the event go ahead in bad weather? +
The event is planned as an outdoor farm open day with some covered marquee areas, visitors should dress for farm conditions.