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The Beef Edge

The Beef Edge is Teagasc’s podcast for all the latest news, information and advice for Irish beef farmers, presented by Catherine Egan. Visit the show page at: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/beef/the-beef-edge-podcast/

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17:33

Weed control & planning for the year ahead

The Beef Edge ·

2026/04/22

On this week’s joint episode of the Beef Edge along with Ciaran Lynch from Ovicast, Chris Maughan Technical Manager, Whelehan Crop Protection, discusses weed control and planning for the year ahead. It’s been a cold wet start to year with grass growth hampered this spring and Chris outlines dock control options on grazing and silage ground. He also explains general weed control and ragwort control and where clover needs to be retained in established grassland and new sown leys, Chris

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15:13

When Costs Climb: Protecting Profit on Beef Farms

The Beef Edge ·

2026/04/15

With rising input costs and tighter margins, it’s never been more important to understand your costs of production and where your system stands. On this week’s episode of the Beef Edge podcast, Teagasc beef specialist, David Argue, who has been working through a range of beef budgets for autumn 2025 and spring 2026, discusses everything from under-16 month bull systems, to forward store finishing, as well as dairy calf-to-beef enterprises, looking at the assumptions behind them and how

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17:23

Breeding Season Prep & Newford Farm Update

The Beef Edge ·

2026/04/08

Teagasc technician on the Newford demonstration farm, Michael Fagan, gives an update from the farm, breeding season ahead and the breeding open day taking place on April 22nd. The event will focus on the key drivers of suckler herd efficiency, offering attendees the opportunity to see proven systems in action. With the breeding season fast approaching, the timing is ideal for farmers looking to fine-tune their approach and maximise results in the months ahead, particularly those

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10:30

The Grass10 Monthly Management Tips

The Beef Edge ·

2026/04/04

It was a very challenging spring this year and for the monthly Grass10 update, Nikki Kennedy and John Conroy give updates from around the country and plan for the month ahead. John says that while some ground has been grazed, there is still a lot not grazed yet in the west and it is unlikely that silage ground will be grazed at this stage. Nikki has an update from Teagasc Grange and says a flexible approach is needed to utilise grass this spring with it being important to walk the farm and

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11:24

Getting Silage Right in a Difficult Spring

The Beef Edge ·

2026/04/01

Teagasc Specialist Mark Plunkett, from the Signpost Programme, is on this week’s Beef Edge podcast to discuss fertiliser application for silage this year. As we move through a challenging spring, many farmers are reassessing their silage strategy. Weather disruption, fertiliser costs, and environmental pressures all mean that getting the basics right has never been more important. Mark outlines the importance of achieving high-quality silage while maintaining yields and controlling input

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15:40

Managing Labour on Farm: Lessons from the McCarthys

The Beef Edge ·

2026/03/25

With many beef farmers balancing part-time work off the farm, this episode marks the first in our new monthly series, ‘Managing Labour on Farm’. Father and son, Eamon and Donnchadh McCarthy from Youghal, and participants in the Future Beef Programme, share how they successfully run their suckler-to-beef system whilst both working off-farm. Labour efficiency on the farm is very important and like many farms, the biggest labour pinch points during the year are calving, breeding and finishing

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16:44

CBV in Action: Driving Beef Performance on the Conway...

The Beef Edge ·

2026/03/18

For this second of a two-part series focused on the Commercial Beef Value, Ciaran Conway who runs a weanling to finishing heifer system with his son Diarmuid outside Mullingar Co. Westmeath, discusses his system and use of CBV on their farm which was awarded 2025 Suckler Finisher Award for Ashbourne. High-CBV continental weanlings, disciplined management and a grass-driven system underpin the reliability and strong carcass results achieved. Ciaran discusses how grass is central to his

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10:44

Commercial Beef Value (CBV): The Profit Difference in...

The Beef Edge ·

2026/03/11

Over the last few years, farmers have become more aware of the Commercial Beef Value – or CBV – and so, this week is the first of a two-part series on the importance of CBV. The ICBF’s Research Project Co-ordinator, David Kelly, who is based in the Tully Research Centre, joins the show to discuss the latest information and findings at Tully with regards to CBV. David highlights the fact that farmers finishing cattle are seeing measurable margin differences between high and low CBV cattle

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23:36

Beef Road Map 2030: Performance, Profit & Progress

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2026/03/04

Over the last decade the Irish agriculture and food sector has grown, developed and modernised. Teagasc recently launched the Teagasc Enterprise Road Maps and on this week’s Beef Edge podcast, Teagasc Head of Drystock, Pearse Kelly, and Beef Enterprise Leader, Dr. Paul Crosson at Teagasc Grange, discuss current performance, market outlook, sustainability priorities and future targets for Irish beef. Beef farming is one of the larger sectors in Irish agriculture and accounts for one third of

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16:34

Soil First: Planning Your Nutrient Strategy for 2026

The Beef Edge ·

2026/02/25

Mark Plunkett from the Teagasc Signpost Programme joins Catherine Egan on this week’s episode of the Beef Edge podcast to discuss soil fertility and planning for the year ahead. Mark outlines how only 13% of the soil on drystock farms is optimum for pH, P and K. While there has been a big rise in recent years with the amount of lime being applied, in 2026 another 500,000 tonnes are still needed. Mark explains the benefits of lime on climate and production and says that farmers should use

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20:44

Weather Challenges & Grazing Opportunities This Spring

The Beef Edge ·

2026/02/18

Grass10 Advisor, Nikki Kennedy, and Grass10 Manager, John Maher, are on this week’s Beef Edge with an update on the current situation around the country and planning for the spring ahead. John gives a review of 2025 which was a great year for most farmers in relation to grass. January was significantly wetter than average, especially in eastern and southern counties, contributing to saturated ground and flooding risk. Nikki outlines the importance of walking the farm and picking the right

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17:26

Dairy Calf to Beef (Part 4): Feeding for Performance:...

The Beef Edge ·

2026/02/11

For this final part of the ‘Dairy Calf to Beef’ series on the Beef Edge, Liam Gannon from Volac discusses feeding the calf up to weaning and the key dos and don’ts around feeding milk replacer. Liam explains the ingredients one should focus on when selecting a milk replacer and the key benefits of feeding a high-quality milk replacer in terms of nutrition and calf performance cannot be underestimated. If you are happy with the replacer your feeding that is key. Liam highlights a

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11:30

Dairy Calf to Beef (Part 3): Healthy Starts, Strong...

The Beef Edge ·

2026/02/04

For the third part of our ‘Dairy Calf to Beef’ series, vet Tommy Heffernan discusses the key areas to ensure a healthy calf and developing a sustainable profitable dairy beef system. Tommy says that pneumonia, scour and coccidiosis are some of the main issues with calves. The damp, cold spring weather impacts calf health and increases risks. Tommy outlines ways to rescue pneumonia and scour outbreaks in calves, plus he highlights the best procedure for calf arrival on farm that he has

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15:24

Dairy Calf to Beef (Part 2): From Purchase to...

The Beef Edge ·

2026/01/28

For the second part of the 'Dairy Calf to Beef’ series’ on the Beef Edge, Teagasc Beef Specialist, David Argue, discusses what to be aware of when sourcing calves and the essential things to get right during the rearing process. David explains that when sourcing dairy-beef calves this spring, the health of the calf, breed and genetic make-up are very important. Avoid any signs of ill health, and minimise stress around purchase and transport. Good ventilation, bedding, and stocking density

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23:31

Dairy Calf to Beef: Building a Profitable System

The Beef Edge ·

2026/01/21

In the first part of a ‘Dairy Calf to Beef’ series on the Teagasc Beef Edge podcast, DairyBeef 500 Manager, Alan Dillon, discusses the key performance indicators of a sustainable, profitable dairy beef system. Alan outlines the importance of increased grass utilisation, improved silage quality, a good herd health plan and daily liveweight gains and the impact breed and commercial beef value can have in a dairy beef system. Age at slaughter is fam and system specific and Alan discusses the

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18:47

Pre-Calving Prep and Planning Ahead for 2026

The Beef Edge ·

2026/01/07

Teagasc Beef Specialist, Niall Kerins, is on this week’s Beef Edge podcast with some of the key management tips for the weeks ahead. Niall discusses the importance of using a pre-calving mineral on farm and he outlines some key things to have on hand in advance of calving cows and purchasing calves. Niall also explains the importance of updating your nutrient management plan on the farm in 2026 and says now is an ideal time to take soil samples in advance of slurry being applied. For more

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13:42

Beef Outlook 2025–26: Supply, Prices & Profit on...

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2025/12/31

Pearse Kelly, Teagasc Head of Drystock, is on this week’s Beef Edge podcast to reflect on beef supply, market and beef prices in 2025 and how to plan for 2026. Bord Bia had forecast the national kill would be back 70,000-90,000 in 2025 but that has been closer to 200,000. This is likely to remain similar in 2026. Pearse’s long term outlook is positive but he says that farmers should complete a profit monitor in 2025 to assess performance and costs prior to 2026. Rupert Claxton also spoke

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31:27

Repost: Matt Dempsey on Brazilian beef and the future...

The Beef Edge ·

2025/12/24

For this special Christmas episode of The Beef Edge, we’re re-visiting our 300th episode of the podcast that was recorded earlier this year with Matt Dempsey, whose career spans multiple decades and various roles in agricultural journalism and beyond. Matt has been instrumental in driving innovations in Irish agriculture through his work as a journalist, farmer and chairman of various industry groups and he gives his outlook for the Irish beef industry. Matt discusses intervention, suckler

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25:18

Bluetongue Explained: What Beef Farmers Need to Know

The Beef Edge ·

2025/12/18

For a special joint podcast on bluetongue, with Stuart Childs from the Dairy Edge and Ciaran Lynch from Ovicast, this week’s Beef Edge is joined by vet John Donlon to find out more about bluetongue. Primarily transmitted via biting midges, the cases on farms in Northern Ireland significantly reinforces the need for increased awareness in the Republic of Ireland. Early action, identification and isolation will be key in reducing the potential for further virus spread. Temperature is a major

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23:04

The latest research findings from the Derrypatrick herd

The Beef Edge ·

2025/12/11

Dr. Paul Crosson, Beef Enterprise Leader, Teagasc Grange, is on this week’s Beef Edge to discuss the latest research being carried out in 2025 and the plans for 2026. Pauls highlights the current research underway on the Derrypatrick and Maternal Herd and he outlines the findings from the dairy beef work being carried out as well as the latest research relating to additives. You can also watch the recent Teagasc Beef Webinar with Paul at: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ntJD2zfLVmM For

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