24/08/2026
Feed shortages warning amidst lack of rainfall
Teagasc is warning that farmers in the east and south of the country face a real risk of winter feed shortages if significant rainfall does not arrive soon. In the east, grass growth has fallen to less than 10kg DM per hectare per day, less than 10% of normal. As reported in Agriland, farmers are supplementing between 75% and 100% of daily feed requirements.
Teagasc is urging farmers to closely monitor feed budgets and take action early if a winter deficit looks likely.
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Loans are subject to approval. Terms and conditions apply. If you do not meet the repayments on your loan, your account will go into arrears. This may affect your credit rating, which may limit your ability to access credit in the future. Macroom Credit Union Limited is regulated by the Central Bank of Ireland.
(Sources: Teagasc; Agriland)