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The Sod Pod

Grassland Agro
Grassland Agro
Re-Seeding
Nitrogen
Fertilizer
Phosphorus
Grass Growth
Grazing Management
Soil Health
Silage
Second Cut Silage
Slurry Regulations and Application
Nutrient Management
Soil Sampling Regulations
Phosphorus and Potassium (P&K)
Autumn Grassland Management
Soil Sampling
Silage Quality
Bulk Density
Urea Vs CAN
Safety

Hello Hello! Welcome to The Sod Pod. A hugely informative farming podcast brought to you by Grassland Agro where we like to chat all things farming across the Island of Ireland and beyond. From agronomy to technology, agricultural policy, machinery and more, we are also partial to a healthy GAA debate along the way. Streaming every fortnight, pop on and give us a listen!

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Latest Episodes

This week, Stephen Carey is joined by Jack Kingston and John Brennan to discuss the latest on farm news. Jack discusses closing dates for fertiliser and slurry application, John looks forward to the National Ploughing Championships next week, and Ste... more

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On this week's episode, Clodagh and John discuss how to mange fertiliser applications ahead of the closing date on the 15th of September. They also cover the essentials of fodder budgeting - where your stocks should be at this time of year, the impor... more

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On this episode, Stephen Carey sits down with Cooladine Farms agronomy manager Eoin McDonald. They discuss the inclusion of Irish-grown grains in livestock feed, examine how yields and grain quality shaped up across Wexford this year and discuss what... more

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On this episode, our Product Manager Dr John Brennan is joined by Chris Carroll and David Corry, two experts in dairy and beef genetics from Genus ABS. They talk about how genetics have developed over the years, the current state of play, the value a... more

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Recent Guests

John O'Loughlin
Head of strategic process and regulation at Grassland Agro
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Episode: Potash Mining, CBAM, and Grassland Management tips with John O'Loughlin
Peter Linden
Agronomist/grassland specialist featured on the show
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Episode: Second Cut Nutrients and Reseeding
Clodagh Bulger
Product and technology manager
Grassland Agro
Episode: Sales Team on Tour ✈️
Clodagh Bolger
Guest discussing soil health pillars and Grassland Agro practices
Grassland Agro
Episode: The Three Pillars of Soil Health Explained 🌱
John Brennan
Guest discussing physical and other soil health aspects
Grassland Agro
Episode: The Three Pillars of Soil Health Explained 🌱
John Corbett
Regional sales manager for Grassland Agro in North Cork
Grassland Agro
Episode: Accuracy Starts with the Fertiliser Spreader: Bulk Density & Setup Explained
Noel Hamill
Leader of plowing crews and a featured guest in recent seasons
Grassland Agro
Episode: Ploughing Through Autumn

Hosts

Clodagh Bulger
Co-host/Guest on Grassland Agro-related episodes; agronomy/product and tech update expert
Stephen Carey
Host; agriculture expert guest on cropping and grazing discussions
John Brennan
Co-host/guest on agronomy and soil health topics; practical agronomy insights
Peter Linden
Co-host/guest; agronomy expert focusing on reseeding and pasture management

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 54 ratings
  • G farmer

    Great podcast for the most part exept the totally cringe hurling talk please give up on that and stick to business 😀😀

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Kilway
    Ireland2 years ago
  • The sod pod

    Extremely informative show. All of the lads are passionate about their job.

    I’ve highly recommended the podcast to my friends ( mostly farmers)

    Keep up the excellent work lads.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JF farming
    Ireland4 years ago

Listeners Say

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Some feedback notes a lighter, banter-rich tone; most find it engaging and useful for farm decisions.
Listeners praise practical, informative farming guidance and expert guests.
A minority preferences show more business-focused content and less casual banter.

Chart Rankings

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#148
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#170
Australia/Science/Nature
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#16
Ireland/Science/Nature
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#93
South Korea/Science/Nature
Apple Podcasts
#98
Ireland/Science
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#115
New Zealand/Science/Nature

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What is The Sod Pod about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on practical farming insights for grassland systems across Ireland, with a strong emphasis on agronomy, soil health, and nutrient management amid policy changes and rising input costs. Episodes cover real-world farm tactics: reseeding strategies, silage quality, fertilizer planning, soil health pillars, and cost-conscious decisions driven by regulatory shifts and weather. A notable throughline is the blend of hands-on field tips, product and technology updates from Grassland Agro, and on-the-ground farming stories that connect research, farm practice, and regional realities. The format often features experienced agronomists and Grassland Agro experts sharing actionable guidance, on-site observations, and cross-country persp... more

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1. John O'Loughlin
2. Peter Linden
3. Clodagh Bulger
4. Clodagh Bolger
5. John Brennan
6. John Corbett
7. Noel Hamill

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