
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
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 319 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Category | Government | |||

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.
Andy also outlines ... more
North Kildare farmer, Phillip Harris, and Teagasc advisor, John Brophy, discuss crop progress and management challenges on this week’s Tillage Edge.
Phillip describes the adjustments he’s made since changing to strip till establishment, plus a stric... more
We re-join the conversation with Jim McCarthy, who farms an extensive holding in north-eastern Romania, as Jim walks us through recent changes on the farm, most notably his move away from the big-name manufacturers toward more affordable South Americ... more
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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.
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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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Recent guests on The Tillage Edge include:
1. Phillip Harris
2. John Brophy
3. Tom Barry
4. Michael McCarthy
5. Jim McCarthy
6. Louise McNamara
7. John Spink
8. Ewen Mullins
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