Sowing

This article provides some details on research carried out by Teagasc on winter barley and BYDV control.

Tillage farmers took advantage of the good weather last week to get crops planted. Rain fell heavier in some areas than others.

The Teagasc events are to showcase demonstrations of both topped and tree-line hedges established over the past three years.

Oilseed rape is a good break crop option as it establishes quickly and can help to control problem weeds, writes Siobhán Walsh.

Lemken has released a new Solitair MR drill, which will be coupled with the new generation of Lemken Zirkon MR power harrows.

The Ballyhaise open day took place on 24 July. The event highlighted the economic value and improved sustain-ability that can be achieved in the dairy sector.

Norman Dunne and his father Michael used to operate a conventional tillage system, before moving to direct drilling in recent years.