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The Tillage Edge

Teagasc
Teagasc
Soil Health
Crop Rotation
Organic Manures
Spring Barley
Agronomy
Oilseed Rape
Winter Wheat
Yellow Rust
Tillage Farming
Farm Succession Planning
Sustainability
Winter Barley
Agriculture
Grass Weeds
Winter Cereals
Chagas
Italian Ryegrass
Wheat
Barley Yellow Dwarf Virus

The Tillage Edge is Teagasc's weekly tillage podcast, presented by Michael Hennessy, bringing you weekly episodes covering the agronomy needs of crops throughout the season with input from Teagasc researchers and views from across the industry. The Tillage Edge is a co-production with LastCastMedia.com

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Latest Episodes

New varieties help maintain or increase on-farm yields and Michael Hennessy caught up with John Dunne, Trials Manager at Goldcrop, after their Dunleer open day to discuss the latest varieties coming through the system.

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Getting an international perspective can help put current grain-market conditions into context — and for this episode of The Tillage Edge, Brian Caldbeck, an Irish grower who runs Rubisco Seeds in Kentucky, USA, joins the show to discuss what he’s se... more

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Don Somers, a tillage farmer from Wexford, and the overall winner of the Environmental Sustainability award in 2025, joins The Tillage Edge, along with John Mahon, his Signpost Farm advisor, to preview the open evening at Don’s farm on June 17th.

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Dubliner Andy Mahon, who is farm manager of the Bromborough Estate in Northamptonshire, UK, discusses crop conditions, how the business is coping with the difficult weather, grass-weed pressure and recent changes to farm support.

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Recent Guests

Don Somers
Tillage farmer from Wexford and Environmental Sustainability Awards winner
Don Somers Farm
Episode: Opening the Gate: Sustainable Farming in Practice at Don Somers’ Farm
John Mahon
Advisor to Don Somers on farming practices
Don Somers Farm / advising panel
Episode: Opening the Gate: Sustainable Farming in Practice at Don Somers’ Farm
Phillip Harris
Farmer, Farms in North Calais
Farms in North Calais
Episode: Crop update from Kildare
John Brophy
Tillage advisor
Tillage advisor
Episode: Crop update from Kildare
Jim McCarthy
Farmer cultivating a large tract of land in Romania
Independent farmer in Romania
Episode: Cost driven choices: Jim McCarthy on his changing machinery policy
Michael McCarthy
Chagas-Tillage advisor
Chagas-Tillage (Cork)
Episode: Crop Update from the South of the Country
Louise McNamara
Teagasc researcher
Teagasc
Episode: How important will BYDV control be in 2026?
John Spink
Head of the Crops, Environment and Land Use Programme at Chagas
Chagas
Episode: The Tillage Roadmap: Ambitious targets for the tillage sector
Ewen Mullins
Head of Crop Research at Oak Park
Oak Park (Teagasc research centre)
Episode: The Tillage Roadmap: Ambitious targets for the tillage sector

Host

Michael Hennessy
Host of The Tillage Edge

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 41 ratings
  • Great seasonal resource with Top guests

    Many thanks for the all the work that goes into this podcast Michael.

    Always discussing the hot topic of the day, and bringing a very informative and experienced panel of experts for advice. A Great resource while on the move, or having a cuppa in the evening.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    James F74
    Ireland3 years ago

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High-quality experts and a good mix of researcher and farmer perspectives.
Consistently informative on weed management, disease, and nitrogen planning, great for sponsorship alignment.
Thoughtful, field-tested advice with practical takeaways for busy farmers.

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Apple Podcasts
#201
United Kingdom/Government
Apple Podcasts
#220
Australia/Government
Apple Podcasts
#38
Ireland/Government
Apple Podcasts
#68
Finland/Government
Apple Podcasts
#98
New Zealand/Government

Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Opening the Gate: Sustainable Farming in Practice at Don Somers’ Farm
Q: What makes the new sprayer technology and AI mapping significant for IPM and water quality?
The combination of larger water capacity, curve compensation, and drone-assisted weed detection allows precise, targeted spraying that reduces chemical use, lowers environmental impact, and helps prevent resistance.
Opening the Gate: Sustainable Farming in Practice at Don Somers’ Farm
Q: Can you describe the practical aims of the farm walk for the general public?
The event is designed to be accessible and informative, with short, simple messages, demonstrations, and involvement from younger attendees to show how tillage farming integrates with biodiversity and environmental stewardship.
Cover Crops and Cashflow: Jim McCarthy on Farming in Romania
Q: How have no-till and cover crops affected your fertilizer use and soil health?
No-till has significantly reduced production costs and improved soil structure, with higher organic matter and better moisture retention; nitrogen management has become more nuanced, with some blocks getting reduced fertilizer while still achieving strong yields.
Cover Crops and Cashflow: Jim McCarthy on Farming in Romania
Q: What are the main challenges you're facing this planting season in Romania?
He notes unusually prolonged cold damp winters, delayed spring seeding, and the need to dry sunflowers due to high energy costs, which has forced adaptations in harvest timing and processing.
Controlling weeds and wild oats in spring cereals
Q: Is there a specific recommendation for controlling wild oats?
Shay explains that spring barley is particularly challenging for wild oats and that early use of a wild-oat herbicide (e.g., Axial Pro) is key, with attention to timing (mid tillering) and ensuring full leaf coverage; he also covers combining with broadleaf herbicides and potential tank mixes.

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A weekly tillage-focused show featuring Teagasc researchers, farmers, and agronomy specialists who discuss current growing conditions, crop management, and practical decisions through the season. Episodes frequently cover weed control, disease pressure, nutrient management, and the economics of farming under rising input costs, with real-world field experiences and actionable guidance for tillage operations. A notable strength is the depth of technical expertise from Teagasc and industry guests, plus a strong emphasis on timely field updates, resistance management, and soil health, making it valuable for practitioners seeking practical, research-informed advice on crops, inputs, and profitability.

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2. John Mahon
3. Phillip Harris
4. John Brophy
5. Jim McCarthy
6. Michael McCarthy
7. Louise McNamara
8. John Spink

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