Shaun Diver takes a look at what has been happening on Tullamore Farm this week.
SUBSCRIBER ONLYShaun Diver gives an update on what has been happening on Tullamore Farm this week.
The poor growth earlier in August and September has affected farm cover dramatically, and will likely lead to an earlier housing date.
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As grazing draws to a close, outlined are some tips to closing up paddocks so there is grass available in spring.
Listen now to Farm Tech Talk to get the latest on this week's sheep trade, grass supplies and ACRES.
Some farms are faced with a lower grass supply and possibly more mouths to feed with corrective options reducing the longer the year progresses.
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The recent thin ewe survey carried out by the Regional Veterinary Laboratories found issues with molar teeth to be a significant cause of poor body condition.
Listen now to Farm Tech Talk to get the latest on planned changes to Bord Bia's farmer assurance schemes, the talk around next week's budget and TAMS.
While ground conditions have improved significantly, particularly in the west, grass is tight on farms which will likely cause early housing of cattle.
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There is just a week left to get slurry spread, otherwise it will have to be held over until January or February 2025.
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