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Niall Kerins, Teagasc drystock advisor in Kilrush discusses the upcoming deadline for the optional extension of GLAS 1,2 and 3 contracts and actions that need to be taken.

We will look at the type of farming in Connemara and why appropriate management of vegetation is needed for both farming & biodiversity to flourish. We look at the various methods deployed in Connemara for controlling Bracken, Heather, Molinia, Rushes and Rhododendron. We look at grazing and mechanical control in particular, with the aim of reducing the potential harmful effects of chemicals in...

Ivan Kelly, ASSAP (Agricultural sustainability and advice programme) advisor with Teagasc looks at water quality in the Owenriff catchment area and gives a brief outline of the function of the ASSAP service to farmers.

Tomás Mac Lochlainn bring us an update on Connemara ponies as part of our video series. There are three key points which he wishes to discuss - The sales which usually accompany the Clifden show, the classification of ponies, and the importance of the DNA sampling of both mares and foals.

Teagasc Galway/Clare are working with Teach na Gaeilge Moycullen to bring you the "Farming in the Moycullen Gaeltacht" video series which focuses on farming in the Moycullen Gaeltacht. Over the coming weeks we will be giving you updates on Connemara ponies, water quality, beef farming and grass quality and measurement. Keep an eye out each week for these video and please feel free to like and s...

This video is a brief update on how the suckler calves at Newford farm in Athenry have performed since birth. It also outlines the measures being taken on Newford farm in order to meet the requirements of the BEEP-S scheme.

A quick update on grassland management on Newford farm at present and the plans to fill the winter feed requirements for the farm

Iarlaith Collins, Farm Manager and Michael Fagan, Technician at Newford Farm give us an update on the breeding season on Newford farm and the methods used throughout the breeding season

Michael Fagan gives us an update on the calving and turnout to grass on newford farm, including an update on the overwinter performance of the yearlings

Ivan Kelly, Teagasc ASSAP advisor with discusses the benefits of using the correct timing and application methods with slurry, aiming to maximise nitrogen utilisation whilst minimising run-off and emissions which can damage our environment.

A brief video from Teagasc on how farmers can deal with heavy covers on the farm. Although some stronger paddocks can be taken out as silage to get the farm back into rotation, not all fields are suitable for cutting. Allocating grass on a daily basis will encourage the cattle to clean out the paddock and reduce the need for topping through indirectly reducing wastage and improving grass qualit...