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| Titre | Date | Durée | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Stick Season; Ploughing Preview | 13 Sep 2024 | 00:31:04 | |
On this episode James and Ed are joined by Sophie Tyner, a Regional Manager with Grassland Agro and John Brennan a member of our Technical and Sustainability Team. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Not The Two Johnnies | 30 Aug 2024 | 00:36:21 | |
On this episode John O'Loughlin headed off down to Moorepark and had a sit down and cup of tea with John Maher who heads up the Grass 10 with Teagasc. The covered every corner of the country discussing the different Grass 10 winners. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| ☘ Beleaf in Clover with Caitlin and Joe | 26 Apr 2024 | 00:37:45 | |
On this episode John and Ed caught up with two people from Teagasc, Caitlin Looney and Joseph Dunphy. The had a detailed discussion on the impacts of clover and how to utilise it. They also discussed the two weeks of Teagasc Clover walks held up and down the country which was the followed by Clover week. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Siobhan Walsh; On the Edge | 12 Apr 2024 | 00:31:19 | |
On this episode John and Ed caught up with Siobhan Walsh, Tillage Editor with The Irish Farmers Journal. The discuss the issues currently facing and tillage and some situations that might help alleviate these pressures a bit. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| March On | 29 Mar 2024 | 00:28:46 | |
On this episode John, Ed, Lauren and Eoin caught up and had a chat about the current situation in farming and what to look out for. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Bee Like Kevin and Abby 🐝 | 15 Mar 2024 | 00:17:13 | |
Wishing all our listeners a very happy St. Patricks Day. This episode is a little different. Firstly John caught up with the Team in Bee Media, Kevin and Abby. They talked about social media and content creation. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| ☘ Mike Egan; Clover and Above ☘ | 01 Mar 2024 | 00:32:12 | |
On this episode James Freeman sits down with Edward Healy and John O'Loughlin to have a detailed chat with Mike Egan, Research Officer for Grassland, in Teagasc Moorepark. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| 🌱Tillage Special; Shay Phelan | 16 Feb 2024 | 00:40:15 | |
On this episode Ed and John recorded a tillage special with Shay Phelan. Shay is a Tillage and Potato Crop Specialist with Teagasc based in Oakpark Research Centre Co. Carlow. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Spring Forward, Grazing Is Back | 02 Feb 2024 | 00:30:45 | |
On this episode James caught up with John, Ed and Eoin and they had a chat about the growing season ahead. This chat was heavily focused on The Spring Rotation Planner. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Don't GLAZE Over, EXTEND Your Knowledge | 19 Jan 2024 | 00:27:36 | |
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| Season Two Finale; That's All Folks!🤝 | 22 Dec 2023 | 00:25:07 | |
Hello, hello and welcome to the season finale of The Sod Pod! The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Sean McMahon; Good with Regulations, Bad with Shotguns 📊 | 08 Dec 2023 | 00:24:00 | |
On this episode James Freeman, The Sharp Shooter, is joined by Lauren Stanley, Edward Healy and Sean "Wouldn't Hit A Barn Door" McMahon. The guys have a great conversation about preparing for the 2024 Nutrient Management Season. James won the Clay Pigeon Shooting and continues to win at whatever is thrown at him🤠 The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Protected Urea and The Banner Roar | 16 Aug 2024 | 00:25:40 | |
On this episode James, John and Ed talk about NBPT protected urea and of course Clares Famous hurling all Ireland Victory. What are some of the factors impacting growth rates this year and things to look out for as the season progresses. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Minerals; Feed the Need, Not the Greed | 24 Nov 2023 | 00:30:09 | |
On this episode James is joined by John, Claire, Eoin and Ed. The talk about the mineral need of animals and different ways of providing them. They also cover the risk of mineral deficiencies and hold to identify some of the causes. The Grassland Agro mineral block range is covered and the new names to help avoid confusion. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Does it Pay to Milk On This Winter? | 10 Nov 2023 | 00:26:56 | |
On this episode the Technical Team from Grassland Agro gather to have a conversation about a recent article on The Irish Farmers Journal by Aidan Brennan, Does it Pay to Milk On This Winter? The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Winter is Coming! But it doesn't have to be Stark | 27 Oct 2023 | 00:25:35 | |
On this episode James is joined by Edward Healy from the Product and Technical Team and Sean McMahon one of the original Sod Podders returns. These guys have a great chat about many topics from winter housing, department regulations, Body Condition Scoring, what's happening in Grassland Agro now and even a hockey reference. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Kyle Hanbidge; Winter Milk and Rugby 🐄🏉 | 13 Oct 2023 | 00:34:37 | |
On this episode John loaded up the car with Edward Healy, Product and Technical Manager and Will Keane, Regional Manager East Region and headed over to Kiltegan, Co. Wicklow to the farm of Kyle and Emma Hanbidge. The Hanbidge family are 3rd generation farmers with a winter milk set-up. They have a huge focus on grass, clover and maize. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| ICBF; The National Genotyping Programme 🧬 | 29 Sep 2023 | 00:28:47 | |
On this episode Lauren, Claire and Eoin where joined by Mark Waters from ICBF (Irish Cattle Breeding Federation). The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Bonus Episode! Ploughing Along | 20 Sep 2023 | 00:22:18 | |
On this bonus episode of The Sod Pod James roamed around the Grassland Agro trade stand in the Innovation arena and caught up with many Grassland Agro employees to discuss Ploughing 2023 and how it is going so far. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Grow with Us 🤔 | 15 Sep 2023 | 00:28:35 | |
On this episode James and Lauren are joined by Lorraine Rossiter our Human Resources Manager in Grassland Agro and two of our Technical Sales Advisors Evelyn Fenlon and John Delee. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Flat to the Matt; Dairy Calf to Beef | 01 Sep 2023 | 00:28:02 | |
On this episode James Freeman, Eoin Quinn and Lauren Stanley welcome Matt Thompson to The Sod Pod. Matt is an agronomist for Grassland Agro covering the East Wicklow Region. But Matt has a very interesting story about how "the guy from the housing estate" in Bray fell in love with farming from a very young age and has never looked back. Matt has, this season, also entered into a Dairy Calf to Beef partnership and his story is a brilliant listen. No John O'Loughlin this week as he sits in the SIN BIN for his escapades on a "rival" podcast, The Dairy Edge. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Legislation and The Kilkenny Farmer😜 | 18 Aug 2023 | 00:24:28 | |
On this episode James Freeman is joined with the usual suspects Lauren Stanley, Claire Aspel and John O'Loughlin. But the newest member of the team Eoin Quinn from County Tyrone comes on to make his Sod Pod debut also. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Mike Bermingham talking Ginger Nuts and Grass | 04 Aug 2023 | 00:40:49 | |
On this episode James Freeman sits down with Lauren Stanley, Claire Aspel and John O'Loughlin to have a great discussion with Cork dairy farmer, Mike Bermingham. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Joe Dunphy; Let it Grow | 02 Aug 2024 | 00:28:00 | |
On this episode Ed and John are joined by latest Grassland Agro Team member Peter Linden. The three lads caught up with Joe Dunphy from Teagasc and they discussed grass growth and weather. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Soil Sampling; Understanding the Numbers | 21 Jul 2023 | 00:27:10 | |
On this episode James is joined with Lauren, Claire and John as they discuss the soil sample reports that the department of agriculture have been sending out to farmers to allow them to have a better understanding of its details. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| The Young Farmers Taking Stock | 07 Jul 2023 | 00:28:09 | |
On this episode Claire Aspel and John O'Loughlin catch up with three of our seven Work placement Students as the give us an insight into what they are seeing in farming and their experiences so far with Grassland Agro. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Silence is Not an Option 😶👂 | 23 Jun 2023 | 00:28:14 | |
On this episode James was tied up as he attended a milk quality event organised by Tirlán so Lauren, Claire and John carried the show. They have a lovely conversation about many topics facing farmers at the moment from soil health to sheep. From Clare losing the Munster final to muted microphones The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Teagasc Tips; As Drought Closes In | 09 Jun 2023 | 00:21:14 | |
On this episode John and David had the pleasure of being joined by David Wall and Cathal Somers from Teagasc. As we stare down the barrel of drought conditions they give some really practial urgent advice on what steps are best to take to help manage these pressure points. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| MC Milking It | 26 May 2023 | 00:33:19 | |
On this episode Lauren and Claire headed off to Tipperary to meet You Tube and Instagram Influencer / Entertainer MC Milking It. YouTube; youtube.com/c/MCMilkingIt The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Managing May Madness | 12 May 2023 | 00:31:11 | |
On this latest episode, James is joined by Lauren, Claire and Davy to chat where we’re at as regards farming at this time of year. They discuss growth rates and weather conditions with some tips to gain an edge in maximising grass returns. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| The Once A Day Farmer | 28 Apr 2023 | 00:36:06 | |
On this episode, James is joined by Lauren, John, Claire and Social Media Farming Influencer Andrew Macky! The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| The Trip to Teagasc Grange Research Centre | 14 Apr 2023 | 00:29:35 | |
On this episode, James is joined by Lauren, John, Claire and Davy and they discuss a recent outing in Teagasc Grange where they all got an insight in Calf To Beef and Red Clover. In the morning they had the privilege along with all The Grassland Agro Team to be welcomed onto the farm of Morty O'Sullivan where John Maher gave a grass measuring masterclass. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Topical Topics on The Edge 🤷♀️ | 31 Mar 2023 | 00:31:42 | |
On this episode James is joined by Claire Aspel, Lauren Stanley, David Corbett and John O'Loughlin. They discuss many of the topical issues on farm today from reseeding, clover, soil health and a splash of GAA to booth. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Farming for Soil Health and Environment Edge | 17 Mar 2023 | 00:31:48 | |
On this episode, Lauren, John and Davy headed on down to Teagasc Soil, Environment and Land use Research Centre in Johnstown Castle, County Wexford. A brilliant event took place, The Farming for Soil Health event. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| How many Bales are you Short? | 19 Jul 2024 | 00:26:21 | |
On this Episode John Ed and Sean caught up and discussed the on going fodder shortage and some useful calculators to help you work our you potential shortage. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Spring Grazing; Out The Gap | 03 Mar 2023 | 00:28:40 | |
On this latest episode, James, is joined by John, Davy, Lauren and Claire. They have a great chat about Spring Grazing and cover many of the triggers to watch out for to maximise growth rates . Lauren and Claire have also launched issue two of their monthly one pager Out The Gap. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Kildalton Agricultural College | 17 Feb 2023 | 00:23:44 | |
On this latest episode, James, John and Davy made a visit to Kildalton Agricultural College where they were joined by Vice Principal, James Ryan and had a chat about the college, farming, a splash of GAA and plenty more ! James, a Tipp native is currently in his fifth year as vice principal at Kildalton. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Tirlán and Purple Snacks | 03 Feb 2023 | 00:35:43 | |
On this episode, James packs John and David into the car and they head up the road to County Laois where they land onto the farm of John Brennan, Senior Business Manager for the East Region with Tirlán. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| WE'RE BACK! A Lot More Grassland, A Little Less Agro! | 20 Jan 2023 | 00:29:27 | |
Its Season Two and we are back! The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| The Season Finale | 23 Dec 2022 | 00:30:24 | |
On this episode we review Season One of The Sod Pod. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| John Maher talks Grazing and Grassland Management | 09 Dec 2022 | 01:00:37 | |
On this episode of the Sod Pod, Davy and John headed down to Moorepark to have a chat with Teagasc Grass10 Manager John Maher. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| New Additions, Sulphur and Sustainability | 25 Nov 2022 | 00:28:02 | |
On this episode of the Sod Pod, James and John have a chat with the newest additions to the team, the lovely Lauren and Claire. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Farming Abroad and A Stag for Sean! | 11 Nov 2022 | 00:32:53 | |
On this episode we are delighted to welcome back past pupil Sean McMahon! Sean recently popped the question to his beloved Bronagh and this in turn sparked a very important conversation - where will we go for the stag? The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Niall Laffan of Kingstown Farm | 28 Oct 2022 | 00:31:35 | |
On this episode we are joined by Niall Laffan and he gives a great insight into the family farm. From Sunflower, multispecies swards and pumpkins. This Halloween, they are running a Pick your Own Pumpkin Patch. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Who's Taking the HiAce to France? | 14 Oct 2022 | 00:31:50 | |
On this episode James is joined with John and David and they discuss their recent trip to France. They visited the HQ of Timac International in the picturesque St. Malo in Brittany, France. They where accompanied with some of their colleagues and two Teagasc members, David Wall and Michael O'Donovan. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Grab a ☕. N and P Allowances Explained | 05 Jul 2024 | 00:37:02 | |
On this episode John, Ed and Sean had a heavy conversation on data and fertiliser allowances. A tough mind field of data but they have done a great job of simplifying it as best they can to give you a clearer picture. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Bernard The Vet | 30 Sep 2022 | 00:28:13 | |
On this episode we are joined again by Bernard Furlong, the Grassland Agro Consultant Vet. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Dairy Farming and Milk Quality | 16 Sep 2022 | 00:25:56 | |
On this episode we are joined by Conor Quinlan, Dairy Hygiene Manager, from Grassland Agro. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Farming for a Better Future at Johnstown Castle | 02 Sep 2022 | 00:30:42 | |
On this episode John and David set off to the Teagasc Johnstown Castle Open Day; Farming for a Better Future - Technologies for Today and Tomorrow. Lillian O'Sullivan, research officer in Johnstown Castle working on soil sustainability and land use management Pat Tuohy, research officer in Teagasc Moorepark. Work includes land drainage, soil physical and hydrological properties and farm infrastructure. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||
| Danny Bermingham; The Heavy Soils Farmer | 19 Aug 2022 | 00:30:43 | |
On this episode we are joined by Heavy Soils Farmer, Danny Bermingham. Danny farms some very challenging land in Doonbeg, Co. Clare. In 2018 he won the Teagasc Grass10 Disadvantaged Farmer of The Year. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/ | |||