Cereals

Teagasc outlined extremely wet months of weather in October, November, February, March and April as one of the major factors affecting planting and crop yields.

The dry conditions make it a good time of the year to take soil samples and make a nutrient management plan for the year ahead.

The move to green energy will not be easy, nor cheap, for farmers, trading expert Pedro Nonay warned.

There are plenty of winter crops in the ground and they need to be managed for weeds and aphids.

Adam Woods takes a look at ration ingredients and what farmers should be looking for when buying this winter

Dairygold has commended its growers for the excellent-quality grain provided this year, despite the challenging conditions.

Adam Woods takes a look at hosuing cattle, what should be in your ration and he previews an upcoming suckler marts roadshow taking place across the country.

This back-end has presented an excellent chance to get winter cereals sown after maize, potatoes or beet have been harvested.