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Tillage crops

The Irish Farmers Journal is dedicated to providing advice and management information to tillage farmers to enhance crop growth and harvests.

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Steady spring wheat varieties listed

There have been no new additions to the spring wheat recommended list from the Department of Agriculture this year.

12 January 2025 CROPS

Two new varieties of spring oats make the cut

Two new varieties have made the spring oats list from the Department of Agriculture, which was published on Friday 10 January.

11 January 2025 CROPS

Record 12 varieties make spring barley list

The spring barley recommended list has been published by the Department of Agriculture and includes 12 different varieties.

10 January 2025 CROPS

Using precision technology to enhance farming efficiency

David Fuller gave a rundown of the McGregor Farms business in the Scottish borders region at Tillage Day, supported by the Irish Seed Trade Association. Conor Kehoe reports.

8 January 2025 CROPS

BYDV tolerant varieties can repel aphids

BYDV was a major topic at last week’s Irish Tillage and Land Use Society’s winter conference. Conor Kehoe reports.

11 December 2024 CROPS

Decision support tools needed for aphid control

A number of Irish stakeholders spoke at the ITLUS winter conference on the latest BYDV research and aphid control strategies. Conor Kehoe reports

11 December 2024 CROPS

Tillage Day: crops must be attractive for young people

Tillage Day, supported by the Irish Seed Trade Association, heard how the sector can ensure a positive future. Conor Kehoe reports.

27 November 2024 CROPS

Sowing cover crops in Co Louth

Gareth Culligan’s goal is to enhance soil structure and health through the use of cover crops, while also providing food for pollinators throughout the winter, writes Kelsey Daly.

13 November 2024 FOOTPRINT FARMERS

Harvest not yet complete for some

A panel of farmers discussed cover crop rules, BYDV tolerance, and how 2024 went on their farms at Tillage Day last week.

13 November 2024 CROPS
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