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The Dairy Edge

Teagasc
Dairy Farming
Ireland
Protected Urea
Teagasc Sustainability Report
Nitrogen Use Efficiency
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Fertilizer Use
Stocking Rates
Farm Management
Emissions Reduction
Ammonia Emissions
Feed Management
Grass Utilization
Grass Management
Outblocks
Feed Costs
Labor Efficiency
Biodiversity
Pasture Harvest
Cattle Genetics

The Dairy Edge is Teagasc’s dairy podcast for farmers with the latest information, insights and opinion to improve your dairy farm performance. Visit the show page at: www.teagasc.ie/animals/dairy/the-dairy-edge-podcast/

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Teagasc hosted the National Dairy Conference last week in both Clonmel and Cavan, and the theme of the conference was, ‘Pathways to Progress’, with key sessions on milk price and key farm performance priorities, collaborative farming arrangements and... more

Edmund Motherway, from Ladysbridge, near Midleton, was the Overall Winner of the Student Section of the Sustainable Grassland Farmer of the Year Awards and he joins Stuart Childs on this week’s Dairy Edge.

Edmund was always interested in farming as ... more

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Joe Patton, Head of Dairy Knowledge Transfer in Teagasc, joins Stuart Childs on the latest Dairy Edge to preview the upcoming Dairy Conferences.

With sudden drops in milk price catching many farmers off guard and even many of those who work in the a... more

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Philip Murphy, Catchment Coordinator for the River Blackwater, joins Stuart Childs on this week’s Dairy Edge to discuss applying water quality and addressing it.

Philip explains that his role focuses on addressing agricultural pressures on water qua... more

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Recent Guests

Edmund Motherway
Winner of the student section in the Sustainable Grassland Farmer of the Year competition
Kildalton College
Episode: Edmund Motherway, Student Sustainable Grassland Farmer of the Year
Philip Murphy
Coordinator for the Blackwater catchment
Teagasc
Episode: Water Quality in River Catchments with Philip Murphy
Aisling Claffey
Teagasc Ruminant Nutritionist discussing dry cow nutrition
Teagasc
Episode: Dry Cow Period - getting the basics right
John Leahy
Dairy farmer in Atay County, Limerick
Personal Farm
Episode: Time for lime
Pablo Silva Boloña
Chagas Research Officer focusing on milk quality and dairy cow mastitis.
Chagas
Episode: Selective Dry Cow Therapy - excellent management is the key to success
Jim Delahunty
Dairy farmer with experience in managing high stocking rates
Episode: Autumn Closing Planning
Seamus Kearney
Teagasc Tirlán Joint Programme Coordinator
Teagasc
Episode: Soil Fertility Management after the Spreading Deadline
George Ramsbottom
Head of the Teagasc Signpost Advisory Programme
Teagasc
Episode: Using the Signpost Advisory Programme to reduce the carbon footprint of your farm
Emma-Louise Coffey
Programme Coordinator for the Farm Manager Apprenticeship Programme
Teagasc
Episode: Training the next generation of dairy farmers

Hosts

James Dunne
Host focusing on key insights and management strategies for dairy farming.
Stuart Childs
Co-host providing insights on dairy farming trends and practices.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 141 ratings
  • Practical advice

    Very well researched and thought out podcasts.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sandstone Cowboy
    Ireland4 years ago
  • Great podcast

    Really good podcast, I’m listening from New Zealand. Already know most of what they’re talking about but it’s good to hear from experts ,that confirm what I’m doing is correct. Have also learnt a few things I didn’t know before. Will keep listening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Farknkiwi
    New Zealand4 years ago
  • A credit to Teagasc and the Irish dairy industry

    An insightful podcast with a great range of topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Aiden_C7
    Ireland6 years ago
  • Great job!

    A wide variety of topics covered in a very informative way!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Padjo4
    Ireland7 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The insights from experts provide practical, actionable advice that resonates well with both new and experienced farmers.
Listeners appreciate the well-researched and informative content that covers a wide range of topics relevant to dairy farming.
Many express satisfaction with the podcast's focus on sustainability and improving dairy farm practices.

Chart Rankings

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Apple Podcasts
#91
United Kingdom/Government
Apple Podcasts
#202
Canada/Government
Apple Podcasts
#44
France/Government
Apple Podcasts
#85
Australia/Government
Apple Podcasts
#3
Ireland/Government
Apple Podcasts
#20
New Zealand/Government

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Edmund Motherway, Student Sustainable Grassland Farmer of the Year
Q: What are your future plans in dairy farming?
Edmund aims to explore opportunities for expansion, whether through leasing larger farmland or improving current practices to increase profitability.
Edmund Motherway, Student Sustainable Grassland Farmer of the Year
Q: Can you tell me where the love and interest for farming came from?
Edmund has loved farming since he was very young, often spending time helping out with calves and small jobs around the farm.
Water Quality in River Catchments with Philip Murphy
Q: How quickly do the invertebrates leave when the oxygen levels start to deplete?
Invertebrates can move downstream quickly if oxygen levels deplete, and they may return within a year if conditions improve.
Selective Dry Cow Therapy - excellent management is the key to success
Q: How well is it working on herds?
In uninfected cows, not using an antibiotic shouldn't have a negative risk if management practices following treatment are adequate.
Selective Dry Cow Therapy - excellent management is the key to success
Q: What are the main challenges farmers face when implementing selective dry cow therapy?
Farmers are mainly concerned about making the right choice on which cows should get the antibiotics and lack of help or advice on farm management practices.

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Focused on enhancing dairy farm performance, this podcast presents a variety of expert insights on topics such as herd management, sustainability, and agricultural education. Episodes typically feature discussions with specialists from Teagasc and experienced farmers, offering practical strategies to tackle common challenges in the dairy industry. The content ranges from managing herd somatic cell counts and lameness to the importance of training the next generation of dairy farmers. This podcast is particularly valuable for those in the dairy sector, providing research-based advice and practical guidance to improve operations and profitability.

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1. Edmund Motherway
2. Philip Murphy
3. Aisling Claffey
4. John Leahy
5. Pablo Silva Boloña
6. Jim Delahunty
7. Seamus Kearney
8. George Ramsbottom

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