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Teagasc Grass10 advisor, Niamh Doyle, has her monthly update discussing grass management tips for the month ahead.
Niamh discusses over-winter growth and the importance of assessing opening covers and the need to ensure conditions are suitable before spreading.
Niamh also encourages anyone who has soil samples to collect to do so in the coming weeks to address soil fertility this year.
You can subscribe to the Grass10 newsletter here:
https://www.teagasc.ie/crops/grassland/grass10/grass10-enewsletter/
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As thoughts on farms move to fertiliser application, Teagasc specialist Tim Hyde joins Catherine Egan on the Beef Edge podcast for the first of a two-part podcast on the rules and regulations surrounding nitrates.
Tim reminds listeners of the open period for chemical fertiliser, farm yard manure and slurry across the different zones, plus he outlines the regulations around roadways, storing bales and buffer zones. Tim then discusses the differences between grassland and whole farm stocking rates and the rules that apply.
He describes the low emission slurry spreading for farmers stocked over 130kg organic N/ha and >100kg organic N/ha from 01/01/2025.
In relation to P build-up, Tim describes what extra allowances there are for farms stocked over 130kg organic N/ha.
For non-derogation farmers that are stocked over 170kg but exported slurry to remain compliant, Tim explains the additional rules that are applicable to these farms.
Finally Tim comments on the importance of fertiliser planning to know your allowances for the fertiliser register and to allow for more accurate nutrient management planning.
Next week, Mark Plunkett from the Teagasc Signpost programme will go through all the requirements in relation to fertiliser application and the fertiliser register.
For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:
https://www.teagasc.ie/thebeefedge
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Chris Daly from ICBF joins Catherine Egan on this week’s Beef Edge podcast to discuss the new Mart Tracker and the Commercial Beef Value (CBV).
Chris outlines the benefit of the Mart Tracker and the impact that it will have for farmers.
He also discusses the CBV and how important it is for farmers buying as well as selling calves and cattle overall.
Chris describes the values farmers should be looking for in cattle that are suckler, dairy x beef and dairy x dairy.
Mart Tracker available here
https://webapp.icbf.com/v2/app/mart-tracker
How to use the Mart Tracker
https://www.icbf.com/how-to-use-the-new-icbf-mart-tracker/
If you have any issues accessing the Mart Tracker or CBV values for your herd please contact ICBF.
Email support is [email protected] or phone 023-8820452 during office hours (9am – 5.30pm).
For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:
https://www.teagasc.ie/thebeefedge
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For the final part of our special series in advance of spring calving on the Beef Edge Podcast, Teagasc vet, John Donlon focuses on caring for the newborn calf.
John discusses the importance of colostrum and the 1,2,3 of colostrum in which you use the first milk (colostrum) from the cow; feed the calf colostrum within the first two hours of birth; and calves must be offered at least 3L of good quality colostrum.
John outlines the importance of dipping or spraying the calves navel to prevent infection.
Obviously we expect the calf to get up and suck the cow straight away, but John describes the correct way to use a stomach tube if needed.
Regardless of a suckler or dairy beef system, there are a number of ailments that can arise, in relation to calf scour and respiratory issues and John highlights the importance of administering electrolytes.
Crypto and coccidiosis are unfortunately an issue on some suckler farms, with John detailing the preventative actions and best treatment measures.
Respiratory infections and disease are a main cause of calf deaths and John explains the best ways to prevent and treat this.
Clostridial diseases can cause a number of conditions in cattle. One of the most common conditions is blackleg. Unfortunately it is often too late when detected and there was a rise in reported deaths in 2024. John advises that it is a two shot vaccine and it’s critical the instructions are followed correctly to ensure it is effective.
If you missed either of the first two parts in the series, listen back to Teagasc Nutritionist Aisling Claffey on nutrition pre and post calving, and John Donlon on calving the cow.
The FutureBeef Webinar Series
The final part of the FutureBeef webinar Series is on Thursday, 23rd January at 8pm which will focus on Calving and Post-Calving Management.
Click here to register:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UXK1_LHDSE-W_WDlb9HyGg#/registration
The webinar will be chaired by James Mullane, Future Beef Programme Advisor and will feature Dr John Donlon, Beef Herd Health Research Officer, Teagasc; Dr Doreen Corridan, CEO of the National Cattle Breeding Centre (NCBC); and Michael Biggins, Future Beef Farmer.
This webinar will centre on the calf, covering topics such as the first principles of calving, managing the calf’s first month, and getting the cow back in calf.
For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:
https://www.teagasc.ie/thebeefedge
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In advance of spring calving season, Teagasc Nutritionist Aisling Claffey, and Teagasc Researcher and Vet, John Donlon, join Catherine for a special three part series, and this week, for the second part, John Donlon focuses on calving the cow.
John discusses the essentials that farmers can do to prepare and what items are essential to have ready and he outlines the key steps when it comes to intervening when a cow is calving as well as different presentations.
He also explains what to be aware of when using the calving jack and he discusses issues that can arise such as milk fever, retained placentas and mastitis.
If you missed last week, listen back to Teagasc Nutritionist, Aisling Claffey on nutrition pre and post calving and what you should be feeding.
Next week, for part three in the series, John Donlon will discuss caring for the newborn calf.
Upcoming Future Beef Webinar on Pre-Calving, Tuesday, 21st January @8pm
The webinar will be chaired by Aisling Molloy, Future Beef Programme Advisor, and will feature Professor David Kenny, Head of the Animal and Bioscience Research Department, Teagasc; Emma Sargent, Ruminant Veterinary Area Manager, MSD Animal Health; and Ed Curtin, Future Beef Farmer.
The webinar will focus on the cow pre-calving covering topics such as body condition score (BCS), minerals, and pre-calving vaccinations.
Click here to register:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UXK1_LHDSE-W_WDlb9HyGg#/registration
Calving and Post-Calving Management Webinar, Thursday, 23rd January @8pm
The webinar will be chaired by James Mullane, Future Beef Programme Advisor, and will feature Dr John Donlon, Beef Herd Health Research Officer, Teagasc; Dr Doreen Corridan, CEO of the National Cattle Breeding Centre (NCBC); and Michael Biggins, Future Beef Farmer.
This webinar will centre on the calf, covering topics such as the first principles of calving, managing the calf’s first month, and getting the cow back in calf.
Click here to register:
https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_UXK1_LHDSE-W_WDlb9HyGg#/registration
For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:
https://www.teagasc.ie/thebeefedge
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In advance of spring calving season, Teagasc Nutritionist, Aisling Claffey, and Teagasc Researcher and Vet, John Donlon, join Catherine Egan for a 3 part series on the Beef Edge podcast.
On the first part, Aisling Claffey focuses on nutrition pre and post calving.
Aisling explains how, at calving at this time of year, we see a lot of animal health problems. Obviously cow condition, particularly body conditions score is important relating to these issues.
Overall cows were in good condition at housing this winter, but during the dry period, cows should be fed 65-68 DMD silage to manage body condition. Cows should be penned accordingly to ensure that thin cows are not bullied at the feed barrier and receive adequate feed.
Many herds will have started feeding a pre calving mineral already and Aisling discusses the key ingredients in a pre-calving mineral to support foetal development.
There are a variety of options for supplementing minerals be it bolus, dusting or buckets.
Next week John Donlon will discuss calving the suckler cow.
For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:
https://www.teagasc.ie/thebeefedge
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Market intelligence specialist, Phelim O’Neill with the Irish Farmers Journal, is on this week’s Beef Edge podcast to reflect on 2024 and discuss the market outlook for 2025.
Looking back on 2024, Phelim discusses the increase in price seen in all cattle categories. Even with this increase in price, there is still a difference between UK and Ireland prices.
Phelim also comments on Irish exports for the past year and looks to the year ahead. With overall beef production down in Ireland and within the EU, Phelim says this is reflected in a decrease in suckler cow numbers and highlights the possible opportunities and challenges this will have.
Finally, Phelim concludes, beef prices are expected to be maintained based on the supply of beef and demand coming into 2025.
For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:
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Michael Fagan, technician on the Newford demonstration farm in Co. Roscommon, is on this week’s Beef Edge podcast with an update on the farm and a review of the year since moving from Athenry Co.Galway.
Michael outlines how the move has been busy with repurposing sheds, reseeding, installing paddocks and water systems, all the while getting used to the overall change in location and soil type of the farm.
Due to weather conditions, weanling and finishing performance is back and Michael discusses finishing cattle performance and management of the cows prior to calving.
For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:
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Kilkenny farmer Liam Cassin is on this week’s Beef Edge podcast to discuss his contract heifer rearing system.
Liam moved from sheep to suckler cows and started contract heifer rearing 14 years ago. The steady monthly cashflow alongside the reduced financial input of purchasing stock are key benefits for Liam.
Grassland management and a good paddock system are very important to make the system viable in order to reach the target weights, according to Liam.
Initially starting with one dairy farmer, Liam has increased the system to now working with four farmers contract rearing heifers.
The dairy farmer visited Liam’s farm and viewed the farm and Liam visited their farm initially. From there the business has thrived and each contract is different as Liam describes.
Further information is available here:
https://www.teagasc.ie/rural-economy/farm-management/collaborative-farming/contract-heifer-rearing/
For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:
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Dr. Natascha Meunier, Beef HealthCheck Programme Manager, is on this week’s Beef Edge podcast to discuss how to control liver fluke effectively and understand it better.
Liver fluke is estimated to cost at least €90m to the Irish industry through reduced production and Natascha highlights how the incidence of liver fluke on this year’s Beef HealthCheck reports have doubled from 1% to 2%:
https://animalhealthireland.ie/programmes/beef-healthcheck/beef-healthcheck-online/
Each year, the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) in collaboration with Met Éireann, UCD, Teagasc and Animal Health Ireland advises farmers of the predicted risk of disease caused by liver fluke (Fasciola hepatica) infection in livestock for the following winter.
This year’s forecast, based on meteorological data gathered between May and October 2024 by Met Éireann, predicts infection being most prevalent in the west and northern half of the country, with a somewhat lower disease prevalence in the southeast of the country.
Further details here:
https://www.gov.ie/ga/preasraitis/48ce4-liver-fluke-forecast-november-2024/
Natascha explains that while the Beef Health Check report is retrospective, it’s important to review when cattle are finished if the health plan is working.
Natascha also discusses the importance of faecal sampling and the different treatment options. It’s important for farmers to be vigilant especially if liver fluke has never been an issue on their farm in the past and she explains how rumen fluke can be identified and when to take action.
With the majority of stock housed in the past few weeks, Natascha advises in relation to respiratory issues, anthelmintics and importance of housing ventilation and air quality.
For further information on AHI Liver Fluke - The Facts:
https://www.animalhealthireland.ie/ckfinder/userfiles/files/Animal%20Health%20Liver%20Fluke%206pp-web(1).pdf
For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:
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Teagasc research officer Dr. Patrick Forrestal, is on this week’s Beef Edge podcast to discuss the practical nutrient management solutions that beef farmers can implement on their farms to increase efficiency, reduce costs and address environmental pressures facing the sector.
This is a recording from the Teagasc National Beef Conference held on November 19th.
Further details from Patrick’s presentation are available at:
Presentation:
Practical nutrient management solutions (PDF)
Paper:
Practical nutrient management solutions (PDF)
Watch a video recording of Dr Patrick Forrestal's presentation:
https://youtu.be/euD2ERfN1zE
For further information on the conference please visit www.teagasc.ie/beefcon24
For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:
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There’s a bonus Beef Edge episode this week with Future Beef programme manager, Martina Harrington, discussing the innovations on Future Beef suckler farms which are driving sustainability.
This is a recording from the Teagasc National Beef Conference held on November 19th.
Further details from Martina’s presentation are available at:
Paper:
Driving Sustainability Innovations on Future Beef Suckler Farms (PDF)
Watch a video recording of Martina Harrington's presentation:
https://youtu.be/x32GOxrr030
Find out more about the Future Beef Programme:
https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/beef/demonstration-farms/future-beef-programme/
For further information on the conference please visit www.teagasc.ie/beefcon24
For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:
https://www.teagasc.ie/thebeefedge
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Teagasc researcher Dr. Peter Doyle outlines the impact of red and white clover on animal performance in suckler calf-to-beef production systems on this week’s Beef Edge podcast. This is a recording from the Teagasc National Beef Conference held on November 19th.
Further details from Peter’s presentation are available at:
Presentation:
The impact of red and white clover on animal performance in suckler calf-to-beef production systems(PDF)
Paper:The impact of red and white clover on animal performance in suckler calf-to-beef production systems(PDF)
Watch a video recording of Dr Peter Doyle's presentation here:
https://youtu.be/_yPqOPCMyDs
For further information on the conference please visit www.teagasc.ie/beefcon24
For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:
https://www.teagasc.ie/thebeefedge
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Health & Wellness coach, Shane Pearson, joins Catherine Egan on this week’s Beef Edge podcast to discuss key tips to staying resilient on the farm through stressful times of the year.
Studies show that many farmers experience poor mental health, high rates of burnout, and physical health issues related to stress and Shane highlights a number of resources available for farmers and which can be accessed at:
https://www.teagasc.ie/media/website/publications/2024/Positive-Mental-Health.pdf
Farmers frequently face heightened stress during calving season, market preparations and inspections. By applying the 5 Ps of Resilience—Presence, Purpose, Power, People, and Preparation—farmers can build a solid foundation to handle stress, keep operations running smoothly, and sustain mental and physical well-being through each season.
Resilience isn’t about eliminating stress, it’s about having the right ‘shock absorbers’ to take each challenge in one’s stride, allowing farmers to manage their unique demands with greater ease and balance.
Shane will be speaking at the Teagasc National Beef Conference which is taking place on 19th November in the Landmark Hotel Carrick on Shannon, Co Leitrim, at 5pm.
Other speakers at the National Beef Conference include:
· Dr. Peter Doyle, Research Officer, Teagasc Grange, will outline the impact of red and white clover on animal performance in suckler calf-to-beef production systems
· Dr. Patrick Forrestal, Senior Research Officer from Teagasc Johnstown Castle, will discuss some practical nutrient management solutions that beef farmers can implement on their farms to increase efficiency, reduce costs and address environmental pressures facing the sector
· Dr. John Donlon, Research Officer, Teagasc Grange, will out outline ways to control pneumonia in suckler weanlings
· Eoin Ryan, Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, will discuss the risks for Irish cattle farmers in relation to bluetongue
· Martina Harrington, Programme Manager, Future Beef Programme, Teagasc, will outline innovations from the participants of Future Beef Suckler Farms
For further information go to:
www.teagasc.ie/beefcon2024
For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:
https://www.teagasc.ie/thebeefedge
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Liam McWeeney and Noel Prunty from Teagasc Ballyhaise Agricultural College join Catherine Egan on this week’s Beef Edge to discuss the beef system, review of the performance to date and preparing for winter ahead.
Liam first outlined the 32 cow suckler herd that is operated in a suckling to finishing system. Bulls are finished under 16 months and heifers are kept as replacements or finished under 20 months of age. The beef unit is 24ha of heavy soil type with some of the farm low lying.
AI is used on the farm to breed replacements and a Charolais stock bull is also used. Breeding went well this year and it done over 9 weeks with 92% of the cows proving in calf.
Bull weanlings were housed last week and are being fed 3kg/head/day of concentrates. Liam outlined the management up to finishing. Last year’s bulls averaged 390kg when finished at 14months of age.
Noel outlined the management indoors in the coming months and performance of heifers born in 2023.
Heifers calve at 24 months and Liam explained the management of the heifers to reach a target weight of 420kg by breeding, while Noel highlighted the importance of the herd health plan on the farm and over the housing period.
For further information on Teagasc Ballyhaise Agricultural College go to:
https://www.teagasc.ie/education/teagasc-colleges/ballyhaise/
For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:
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Grass 10 advisor Niamh Doyle joins Catherine Egan on the latest Beef Edge with grassland management tips for the month ahead.
Niamh discusses closing up paddocks with 60-70% targeted to be closed by early November. She also outlines the targets for the month ahead to extend grazing and reduce demand to maximise days at grass.
Drier than normal conditions continue to be predicted in the coming weeks which will help to extend grazing on farms. Temperatures are signalled to be closer to average, perhaps indicating a higher instance of night-time frosts.
Broadly settled conditions seem likely to continue with some mist and fog also. Conditions are likely to turn more unsettled with rainfall predicted to return close to normal and temperatures close to the average for mid-November.
You can subscribe to the Grass10 newsletter here:
https://www.teagasc.ie/crops/grassland/grass10/grass10-enewsletter/
For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:
https://www.teagasc.ie/thebeefedge
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Teagasc Nutritionist, Aisling Claffey, discusses winter nutrition and diets on this week’s Beef Edge podcast.
Aisling explains that beef systems are simple and it comes down to trying to maximise intake and growth whilst minimising stress and digestive upsets.
A combination of factors ultimately decides how close you get to growing and finishing cattle to their genetic potential such as management, diet, housing, water and disease control.
Aisling highlights the importance of taking a silage sample and discusses the targets to see in the report. Then based on the result, the concentrates are balanced.
Aisling also advises on the importance of energy and protein in the ration and for farmers to speak to their merchants about the ingredients to ensure high quality ingredients are included.
She then explains the inclusion of minerals in diets and it is important to be mindful of the dilution of nutrients when including minerals or getting farmers to compare diets. Minerals contribute no energy, fibre or protein – just ash and vital trace and macro elements.
For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:
https://www.teagasc.ie/thebeefedge
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Dr. Eoin Ryan, Senior Superintending Veterinary Inspector with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, gives an update on the Bluetongue Virus on this week’s Beef Edge podcast.
Since the end of August, over a hundred cases of Bluetongue have been detected in England and Wales and farmers in Ireland are hearing more and more about it.
Bluetongue is a viral disease affecting cattle, sheep, goats, alpacas and other ruminants and camelids. Bluetongue does not pose a food safety or public health risk. It is spread between animals by biting midges. There are many different serotypes. Bluetongue virus 3 (BTV-3) is currently the most serious threat.
It has been spreading rapidly across north-western Europe since last autumn. The high-risk period in Ireland runs from spring until late autumn when midges are most abundant.
Clinical signs include:
- Fever
- Inappetence (loss or lack of appetite)
- Drop in milk yield
- Reddening of the mucus membranes
- Sores on the nose, gum and dental pads
- Swelling of the face, lips and tongue (i.e. ‘bluetongue’)
- Breathing difficulties if the tongue swells
- Drooling
- Discharge from the eyes and/or nose
- Lameness
- Abortion or deformities in offspring/foetus
In severe cases, death can result.
Eoin advises farmers to be vigilant and to report any suspected cases to the local regional vet lab in order to prevent spread of the virus.
There are huge steps being taken to prevent it and Eoin advises farmers against importing embryos or semen to decrease the risk.
More information on Bluetongue can be found on the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine’s website at:
https://www.gov.ie/en/publication/cd6c0-bluetongue-virus/
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Bob Thomson, a New Zealand Farm Consultant specialising in sheep and beef, is on this week’s Beef Edge to discuss some of his insights into dairy beef in Ireland compared to New Zealand.
Bob has a wealth of experience working in extension, consultancy and project management for the past 50 years.
He explains what he learned from the DairyBeef 500 farms he visited this week around the country and he describes the dairy beef industry in New Zealand, as well as the opportunities that he thinks could be implemented on Irish beef farms.
Bob is also involved in a highly successful monitor farm programme in New Zealand and he highlights the impact it has had.
For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:
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Niall Kerins, Teagasc Cattle specialist, is on this week’s Beef Edge podcast to discuss winter cattle housing arrangements.
Every winter a significant number of cattle are housed and fed in rented sheds. Whether you are the farmer renting out the shed or a farmer renting in the shed, there are a number of considerations for both parties.
Fodder, labour and machinery running costs are often included in the agreements that are made. The payment rate per head is usually determined by local supply and demand, with arrangements in many cases going back over a number of years.
Niall outlines a number of questions regarding daily charge per head which depends on:
• The type of animal being housed?
• Is the forage being provided?
• What quantity of meal is being fed?
• Is straw bedding included?
• Are labour and machinery costs included?
An individual cost per head per day can be included for each of these.
Niall also advises contacting the Department of Agriculture, Food & the Marine (DAFM) regarding movement of cattle rules. There should be no mixing of herds.
Before renting the shed it should be clean, have good lighting, and gates and barriers should be working properly etc. When returned it should be clean, power washed and disinfected.
It is important to set out the rules before the cattle are moved into the shed from who is feeding the cattle, what time will the cattle be fed, are meals being fed, is this once or twice a day, where is the meal to be stored, if drinkers/gates/barriers break who will fix them and who covers the cost etc.
For more episodes from the Beef Edge podcast, visit the show page at:
https://www.teagasc.ie/thebeefedge
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