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| A Look Ahead to the Teagasc Pig Farmers’ Conference | 29 Sep 2026 | 00:12:11 | |
The annual Teagasc Pig Farmers’ Conference will take place this year, kicking off on Tuesday the 13th of October in Cavan, and Wednesday the 14th of October in Tipperary. The event is a staple in the pig farming calendar and will once again bring together pig producers, stakeholders and members of the pig development department for a wide-ranging technical programme you won't want to miss. Featuring insightful talks and discussions from our guest speaker and pig department staff, this year's programme is brimming with the latest innovations, practical advice, and strategies to help you stay ahead. Plus, the conference, as always, is a great opportunity to catch up with fellow pig producers and the familiar faces in the pig department. So for this episode of The Pig Edge, we're joined by Ciaran Carroll, Teagasc’s Head of Pig Knowledge Transfer to explore what's in store for the event this year. For more information go to: https://teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/events/ For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/ Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com | |||
| The outlook for Irish pig production in 2026 | 02 Dec 2025 | 00:26:33 | |
The Teagasc Outlook 2026 Conference, which took place on December 2nd, is an event that brings together Teagasc specialists across the different sectors to review performance in 2025 and outlining the key expectations for 2026.
Representing the pig sector was Michael McKeon, Specialist with Teagasc’s Pig and Poultry Research and Knowledge Transfer Department with Michael presenting a detailed review of 2025, covering production, prices, costs, exports and profitability and the key factors shaping the year ahead.
And for the latest episode of The Pig Edge, Michael joins Amy Quinn to unpack all of this, explaining what happened in 2025, the major trends influencing the sector and he shares his outlook for Irish pig production as we move into 2026.
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| Market trends | 31 Oct 2025 | 00:11:11 | |
We’re taking a closer look at recent markets trends and what we can expect as we move towards 2026 for this month’s Pig Edge podcast.
Joining Emer McCrum is Shane Callaghan, Procurement Officer with Rosderra Meats, who provides an update on current market conditions, gives an outlook for the year ahead and an overview of the new pig quality payment system.
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| Pig Conference Preview with Ciarán Carroll | 26 Sep 2025 | 00:12:14 | |
The Annual Teagasc Pig Farmer’s Conference will take place slightly earlier than usual this year on Tuesday 7th October in the Horse and Jockey Hotel, Tipperary and Wednesday 8th October in the Farnham Estate, Cavan. The event, now in its 31st year, is a staple in the pig farming calendar and will once again bring together pig producers, stakeholders and members of the Pig Development Department for a wide-ranging technical programme you won’t want to miss.
Teagasc Pig Farmers Conference – Tipperary https://teagasc.ie/event/teagasc-pig-farmers-conference-2/ Teagasc Pig Farmers Conference – Cavan https://teagasc.ie/event/teagasc-pig-farmers-conference/
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| How to achieve quality weaned pigs | 03 Sep 2025 | 00:33:24 | |
Teagasc’s, Louise Clarke, joins Emer McCrum on the latest Pig Edge to discuss the essential topic of achieving quality weaned pigs.
We’ll explore the crucial early-life factors that impact successful weaning, and delve into practical advice on management, nutrition, and health all with a focus on raising strong piglets to improve overall herd productivity.
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| What you need to know about on-farm incineration | 14 Aug 2025 | 00:24:15 | |
On-farm incineration is a method of waste management that has gained growing attention in recent years and to learn more about it, on the latest Pig Edge, Emer McCrum is joined by Derek Carr from Addfield to give his insights into the regulatory framework, practical considerations and environmental implications of on-farm incineration, as well as its relevance to pig farming in Ireland.
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| Analysing the National Herd Performance Report | 13 Jun 2025 | 00:17:24 | |
It’s that time of year again - the 2024 Teagasc National Pig Herd Performance Report is fresh off the press providing a fascinating insight into the Key Performance Indicators attained on farms across Ireland last year.
The report provides the detailed performance analysis of the pig farms that participated in the Teagasc Profit Monitor (PM) recording system in 2024.
To delve into the results and analyse the trends in more detail we are joined on this episode of the Pig Edge by Specialised Pig Advisor, Ger McCutcheon.
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| The benefits of using pig slurry in tillage farming | 02 Apr 2025 | 00:15:11 | |
For this month’s Pig Edge podcast, we’re featuring highlights from a recent episode of the Tillage Edge focusing on the benefits of using pig slurry as an alternative to chemical fertilisers in tillage farming. Pig production is one of the main consumers of Irish cereals and the resulting slurry produced on units can be an important source of nutrients for tillage crops. Opportunities for greater co-operation between the two sectors, from diversifying cereal production to increased use of pig slurry on crops, can lead to a stronger bio-circular economy, with resultant economic benefits for both parties. On this episode, Michael Hennessy, host and head of the Teagasc Crops Knowledge Department, was joined by Tillage Specialist ,Ciaran Collins, and our own Specialised Advisor, Michael McKeon, to discuss the various management considerations of utilising pig slurry on tillage farms. For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to: | |||
| Reviewing the 2024 pig & feed prices and the outlook for 2025 | 03 Dec 2024 | 00:16:31 | |
Michael McKeon, Specialist Pig Advisor at Teagasc Moorepark, joins Ciarán Carroll for the latest episode of The Pig Edge with a review of pig and feed prices for 2024 and the outlook for 2025.
The Teagasc Outlook 2025, Economic Prospects for Agriculture, is available to view and download at: https://www.teagasc.ie/publications/
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| Brendan Lynch and Michael Martin look back on the changes & challenges of the Irish pig industry | 06 Nov 2024 | 00:26:03 | |
We're taking a look back on the careers and experiences of two long-time Teagasc pig experts on this month’s Pig Edge.
Brendan Lynch, former Head of Department and Chief Pig Scientist, and Michael Martin, former Head of Department and Pig Specialist join Amy Quinn to talk about their careers.
From their early days in the pig industry to the pivotal moments that shaped their careers, Brendan and Michael offer first-hand insights into the major changes and challenges in Irish pig production, along with their proudest achievements.
Join us as we uncover their thoughts on the past, present, and future of Ireland’s pig industry.
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| Celebrating 30 Years of the Teagasc Pig Farmers’ Conference | 11 Oct 2024 | 00:20:42 | |
For the latest Pig Edge podcast, we’re diving into all the details of the upcoming Annual Teagasc Pig Farmers’ Conference, which is celebrating 30 years of the conference this year. On this episode, we’re joined by Ciarán Carroll, Louise Clarke and Michael McKeon from the advisory team in the Teagasc Pig Development Department as we explore what's in store for this milestone event.
The conference is taking place on October 22nd at the Horse and Jockey Hotel, Co. Tipperary, and on October 23rd at the Farnham Estate in County Cavan. As always, this event brings together pig producers, stakeholders, and members of the Pig Development Department for insightful presentations and discussions.
It promises a wide-ranging technical programme, featuring talks from both guest speakers and the Teagasc Pig Development Department staff, all designed to help you stay ahead. Plus, it's a fantastic opportunity to connect with familiar faces in the industry. For more information go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/events/
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| What you need to know about the Nutrient Importation Storage Scheme | 27 Sep 2024 | 00:11:54 | |
Manure management has been a much talked-about topic on farms this year.
On August 21st, the Nutrient Importation Storage Scheme (NISS) was announced as part of the Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Schemes (TAMS III) by the Minister for Agriculture, Food, and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue.
For this episode of The Pig Edge, we're joined by Specialised Pig Advisor, Emer McCrum, to explore what this new scheme means for pig producers and how it could impact their business.
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| The latest on breeding & reproduction | 26 Jul 2024 | 00:30:36 | |
This month’s Pig Edge is focusing on breeding and reproduction and Amy Quinn is joined by Teagasc Specialised Pig Advisor, Emer McCrum, to share her thoughts and experiences on the common themes and issues from around the country.
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| The 2023 Teagasc National Pig Herd Performance Report | 11 Jun 2024 | 00:22:59 | |
The 2023 Teagasc National Pig Herd Performance Report has just been released, revealing some notable changes in our key performance indicators for the 2023 year.
To delve into the report and analyse the figures and trends in detail, we have Specialised Pig Advisor Ger McCutcheon with us for the latest episode of The Pig Edge.
You can download and read the report in full here: https://www.teagasc.ie/publications/2024/national-pig-herd-performance-report-2023.php
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| A Preview of the Teagasc Pig Open Day 2024 | 15 May 2024 | 00:15:00 | |
The Teagasc pig team are in the final stages of preparation for their research event, the Pig Open Day 2024, which will take place at 10am on Wednesday May 22nd in the Paddy O’Keeffe Innovation Centre, Teagasc Moorepark, Fermoy, Co. Cork and 10am Friday May 24th in Ballyhaise Agricultural College, Co. Cavan.
On this bonus episode of the Pig Edge, Ciarán Carroll, Head of Knowledge Transfer, gives an insight into what you can expect on the day. To register in advance for the Teagasc Pig Open Day 2024, just go to:
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| The Economic Benefits of Teagasc’s Pig Research | 29 Apr 2024 | 00:24:01 | |
The Teagasc Pig Development Department is internationally renowned for its research, primarily focusing much of our programme on conducting research that can produce tangible benefits for commercial farmers on the ground in Ireland.
For this latest episode of The Pig Edge, Amy Quinn is joined by pig nutrition researcher, Peadar Lawlor, to look at the economic benefits of research.
Teagasc Pig Open Day 2024
We are also delighted to invite all pig farmers and pig industry stakeholders to the Teagasc Pig Open Day 2024, on Wednesday May 22nd in the Paddy O’Keeffe Innovation Centre, Moorepark, Fermoy, Co. Cork and Friday May 24th in Ballyhaise Agricultural College, Ballyhaise, Co. Cavan, starting at 10am in both locations. Please register for this event below or contact Niamh Allen at 025 42457 or niamh.allen@teagasc.ie
Link to register for open day: https://us18.list-manage.com/survey?u=a7b8c417dc058d8eaf18cadc1&id=ce0969e986
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| The situation with current feed ingredient prices | 28 Mar 2024 | 00:16:27 | |
Kieran Keane, Pig Research Technician specialising in nutrition, with the Teagasc Pig Development Department joins Amy Quinn on the latest Pig Edge podcast to discuss current feed ingredient prices, the new Teagasc pig feed lab and current and upcoming Teagasc pig nutrition research trials.
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| Optimising Pig Performance: Balancing diet, sustainability & the future | 29 Feb 2024 | 00:33:48 | |
Fiona O' Meara, Commercial Pig Nutritionist with Inform Nutrition, joins Amy Quinn on the latest episode of The Pig Edge to discuss all things pig nutrition, from dry sow fibre levels to the aftermath of zinc oxide removal and finisher phase feeding.
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| What you can expect from the Pig Development Department in 2024 | 30 Jan 2024 | 00:21:15 | |
Here in the Pig Development Department in Teagasc, our team carry out three key services in the areas of Research, Advisory and education which are co-ordinated to assist Irish farmers in maximising productivity and profitability, whilst operating to the highest standards.
On the latest Pig Edge podcast, Amy Quinn is joined by Edgar Garcia Manzanilla, Head of the Pig Development Department, to talk us through what you can expect from the Pig Development Department in the year ahead.
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| The strengths & opportunities for the Irish pig sector in 2024 | 20 Dec 2023 | 00:29:35 | |
On this our 50th episode of the Pig Edge podcast, we reflect on the strengths of our industry and look to the opportunities that lie ahead. Heather Peppard, Nutritionist with Brett Brothers, and Roy Gallie, pig and tillage farmer and Chair of the IFA National Pigs Committee, join Amy Quinn to do just that. For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to: | |||
| Reviewing 2023 & forecasting the year to come | 28 Nov 2023 | 00:21:31 | |
The Teagasc Outlook 2024 conference took place on the 28th of November where an economic overview and outlook for the various agricultural sectors was presented by a number of leading Teagasc experts.
Michael McKeon, Specialised Pig adviser with the Teagasc Pig Development representing the pig sector, reviewed 2023 and look ahead to 2024.
So on this episode of the Pig Edge, Michael joins Amy Quinn to talk us through the main highlights and lowlights from the past year and to discuss his expectations for the industry for the year to come.
For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
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| Why batch farrowing could be an option for your farm | 27 Oct 2023 | 00:32:56 | |
The majority of farms out there are operating on a weekly farrowing system but there is another option potentially worth considering: batch farrowing.
It’s thought to have many labour saving and time management benefits for some farms and we are seeing it increasingly used.
So on this episode of the Pig Edge podcast, Amy Quinn is joined by Tomás Ryan, the farm manager of the Teagasc Pig research facility which is a 3 week batch farrowing farm, to talk through the pros, cons and logistics to help you see if this system could be the right fit for your farm.
For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
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| A Preview of Teagasc’s Pig Farmers Conference | 28 Sep 2023 | 00:14:26 | |
The Annual Teagasc Pig Farmers’ Conference will be taking place on the 17th and 18th of October, in Hotel Kilmore in Cavan on the 17th and in the Horse and Jockey hotel in Tipperary on the 18th .
Head of Pigs Knowledge Transfer, Ciarán Carroll, joins Amy Quinn on the latest Pig Edge podcast to preview the conference and highlight some of the key speakers and topics where you will get the chance to hear the wide-ranging technical programme.
The conference is also a great opportunity to catch up with fellow pig producers and the familiar faces in the Pig Development Department and to find out more go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/events/pig-farmers-conference-2023/
For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
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| What you need to know about the new farm apprenticeship schemes | 21 Aug 2023 | 00:23:47 | |
Minister Simon Harris recently announced the launch of new farm apprenticeships with these new programmes marking an exciting stepping stone for both farms and farm staff allowing the next generation of farmers access to the education they want and need, whilst still working on farm.
These programmes will provide a career pathway for staff already working on farms and looking to upskill, school leavers, or those looking for a change in career or looking to get back to employment.
So on this episode of the Pig Edge, Amy Quinn is joined by Marcella Phelan, National Apprenticeship Programme Co-ordinator with the Teagasc Curriculum & Development Standards Unit, to tell us what we need to know about the farm apprenticeship programmes and what exactly we need to do to get involved.
The next step for interested farms is to register their interest without delay at this link: https://www.apprenticeshiponline.ie/#/employer/register
For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
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| The best practises for farm safety | 24 Jul 2023 | 00:28:21 | |
Farm Safety Week took place from July 17th to 21st aiming to raise further awareness of farm health and safety, share stories and technology that can improve farm safety and challenge farm safety attitudes, as well as encouraging farmers to look after their physical and mental health.
With this in mind we thought it would be a good time to revisit health and safety on pig farms.
On this episode of the Pig Edge, Amy is joined by pig specialised advisor, Michael McKeon, who has a particular interest in farm health and safety to discuss the main issues and best practices from what he sees on the ground out at farms, plus the main supports available to farmers.
For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
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| Insights from the Teagasc Pig Research Facility | 28 Jun 2023 | 00:40:18 | |
In 2016 Teagasc opened the Teagasc Pig Research Facility in Moorepark Co. Cork, a facility which many of you are familiar with.
On this episode of the Pig Edge, Amy Quinn us joined by Tomás Ryan & Aisling Holmes who are in charge of the day to day running of the unit.
They reflect on some of the changes they have made in the unit over the past number of years and their motivations as to why.
For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
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| The 2022 Teagasc National Pig Herd Performance Report | 27 May 2023 | 00:24:11 | |
The 2022 Teagasc National Pig Herd Performance Report is hot off the press, showing some changes in our key performance indicators for 2022.
On the latest Pig Edge podcast, Specialised Pig Advisor Ger McCutcheon joins Amy Quinn to discuss the report and interpret the figures and trends in more detail.
For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
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| A Preview of the Teagasc Pig Open Day | 26 Apr 2023 | 00:19:31 | |
The Teagasc Pig Open day is just around the corner, taking place in Teagasc Moorepark Fermoy, Co. Cork at 10am on Tuesday May 9th and in Ballyhaise Agricultural College, Ballyhaise Co. Cavan at 10am on Thursday May 11th.
The pig development department will be showcasing the results of the comprehensive research programme undertaken here in Teagasc, giving you the chance to interact with our researchers, advisors and postgraduate students.
With this being a brand new event, Ciarán Carroll, Head of Knowledge Transfer in the Teagasc Pig Development Department, joins Amy Quinn on the latest Pig Edge podcast to preview the event and explain what those attending can expect.
To register in advance for the event go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/news--events/national-events/events/pigopendaymoorepark.php https://www.teagasc.ie/news--events/national-events/events/pigopendayballyhaise.php
For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
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| Key learnings from the Spanish pig industry | 30 Mar 2023 | 00:13:19 | |
The Spanish pig sector has sparked a lot of interest here over the past number of years, for a lot of reasons.
It’s shown impressively fast growth to become the largest pork producer in Europe. It’s demonstrated remarkable resilience during the recent financial crisis, with only a slight reduction in herd size.
Plus there’s the scale of its vertically integrated systems, as well its continually strong pig prices.
As a result, representatives of the Teagasc pig stakeholder group recently travelled to Spain on a study trip to find out first-hand what we need to know about the industry.
Jason McGrath is a pig farmer from county Waterford who was on the trip and Amy Quinn spoke to him for the latest episode of the Pig Edge podcast to find out more.
For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
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| The Environmental Sustainability of Pig Production | 24 Feb 2023 | 00:20:44 | |
Ger McCutcheon, Specialist Pig Development Officer with Teagasc, joins Ciarán Carroll on the latest episode of the Pig Edge podcast to discuss the environmental sustainability of pig production and the value of pig slurry.
For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
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| How to avail of the Temporary Business Energy Support Scheme and other energy cost-saving measures | 24 Jan 2023 | 00:12:40 | |
With the current situation of energy costs on pig farms, Louise Clarke, Specialist Adviser at Teagasc Ballyhaise, joins Ciarán Carroll on the latest Pig Edge podcast to discuss the Temporary Business Energy Support Scheme (TBESS) and other energy cost-saving measures.
Louise first explains the financial help available to pig farmers via TBESS and the criteria to be eligible for it.
Plus she also highlights how to best monitor and control energy costs on farm including possible cost-savings that can be introduced.
For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
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| The Outlook for the Pig Sector for 2023 | 20 Dec 2022 | 00:17:39 | |
2022 has been described as the toughest year in a generation for pig farmers but what does 2023 have in store?
Michael McKeon, Teagasc’s specialist pig development officer, joins Ciarán Carroll to look back on the year that was, discussing the main issues and difficulties, as well as highlighting the positive news on the horizon.
2023 will be brighter, says Michael, with a shortage of pig meat on the European market expected in the second quarter and the expectation of a good harvest to come will start to reduce feed ingredient prices. For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
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| A Review of the 2022 Teagasc National Pig Farmers’ Conference | 30 Nov 2022 | 00:19:32 | |
Teagasc Pig Advisor, Emer McCrum, joins Ciarán Carroll on the latest episode of the Pig Edge podcast to discuss some of the main topics and talking points from the 2022 Teagasc National Pig Farmers’ Conference.
Producers, farm staff and industry colleagues were welcomed back to an in-person event this year, the first since 2019 due to Covid 19 restrictions.
However, the conference was set against a very difficult backdrop for producers who by that point had endured 14 months of a crisis, the likes of which have been the worst in living memory.
The conference therefore, was built around the current climate with papers covering the technical to the financial all relating back to topical issues within the pig industry.
Emer and Ciarán discuss the key points of interest that can be taken from the conference for producers and staff.
All conference presentations can also be accessed at: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/national-pig-conference/
For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
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| Value Added Pig Meat & the Opportunities for Irish Pig Producers | 28 Oct 2022 | 00:23:56 | |
Dr. Ruth Hamill, Senior Research Officer at Teagasc Ashtown, joins Ciarán Carroll on the latest Pig Edge podcast to discuss Value Added Pig meat.
Traditionally Irish pig meat is seen as a commodity product, with little focus on value added.
However, if we look at our exports, while value added pig meat only accounts for 20% of total volume sold, it accounts for more than 40% of value of exports.
Ruth discusses the value of pig meat in our diets, what we can learn from research on other meats and the variety of value added pig meat products abroad, thus presenting opportunities for Irish pig meat in the future.
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| Tips & Advice for Staying Safe On-Farm | 06 Oct 2022 | 00:25:50 | |
Teagasc Health & Safety Specialist, Francis Bligh, joins Ciarán Carroll on the latest Pig Edge podcast to discuss tips and advice for health and safety on-farm as well as improving indications for the latest trends.
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| Energy-Saving Technologies on Pig Farms | 30 Aug 2022 | 00:28:28 | |
Bioenergy specialist, Barry Caslin, joins Ciarán Carroll on the latest episode of the Pig Edge podcast to discuss energy-saving technologies that are available for use on pig farms.
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| The Pig Exceptional Payment Scheme 2 Explained | 24 Jun 2022 | 00:16:30 | |
Damien Ward, Assistant Principal Meat Policy Division in the Department of Agriculture, joins Ciarán Carroll on the latest Pig Edge podcast to explain the €13 million Pig Exceptional Payment Scheme 2 (PEPS2) which was launched in June.
PEPS 2 is a one-off payment scheme for pig farmers administered by the Department of Agriculture.
The aim is to support farmers in the current financial crisis in order to contribute to food security and address market imbalances.
The scheme, a follow-on from the original PEPS scheme, is open to all commercial pig farms subject to them fulfilling certain eligibility and conditionality requirements.
Damien explains in more detail the eligibility criteria and how to apply and to find out more go to: https://www.gov.ie/en/service/0067f-pig-exceptional-payment-scheme-2/
For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
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| Results & Analysis from the 2021 Pig Herd Performance | 27 May 2022 | 00:19:33 | |
Gerard McCutcheon, Specialist Pig Development Officer at Teagasc joins Ciarán Carroll on the latest Pig Edge podcast to discuss the recently published National Pig Herd Performance Report for 2021.
This report is the detailed analysis of the performance of the pig farms that participated in the Teagasc e-Profit Monitor (ePM) recording system in 2021.
The data available and included in this analysis is from a total of 79 herds representing over 62,000 sows or 43% of the total Irish sow herd.
For more, go to:
https://www.teagasc.ie/news--events/daily/pigs--poultry/pig-herd-performance-2021-infographic.php
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| Don’t neglect your mental health – farmer George Graham on his experiences and where to find help | 22 Apr 2022 | 00:27:40 | |
With pig farmers facing into increasingly difficult times – be it financial, personal or professional – the one thing that shouldn’t be neglected is your mental health and well-being. George Graham is a farmer who faced up to his own problems in his life and went on to found Awareness Head to Toe, a voluntary group committed to helping farmers with their mental and general health. George joins Ciarán Carroll on the latest episode of The Pig Edge with insights and advice from when he had to face his difficulties and how he overcame them. For more information visit: For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to: Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com | |||
| Financial Supports to Weather the Crisis | 25 Mar 2022 | 00:48:56 | |
For the latest episode of the Pig Edge, you’ll hear from a recent webinar on ‘Financial Supports to Weather the Crisis’ that was held by the Pig Development Department on Wednesday, 16th February.
Ciarán Carroll was joined by Gerard McCutcheon and Michael McKeon from the Teagasc Pig Development Department, to discuss current costs and cash flows.
Sean Farrell, Strategic Banking Corporation of Ireland (SBCI) spoke about SBCI Funding, and Dr Anne Marie Butler, Head of Education at Teagasc (formerly Ulster Bank), spoke about preparing to meet the bank.
Donal Whelton, Head of Agriculture at Allied Irish Bank, and Pat Byrnes, Agricultural Development Manager at Bank Of Ireland, also joined the webinar with their thoughts and advice.
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| Why pig manure is a valuable fertiliser option | 04 Feb 2022 | 00:14:40 | |
With fertiliser prices reaching record highs, on this month's episode of the Pig Edge, you'll hear an interview that Catherine Egan from the Beef Edge podcast did recently with Teagasc pig development officer, Gerard McCutcheon, and Teagasc specialist, Mark Plunkett.
Gerard and Mark gave their insights into using pig manure as a cheap alternative and the dos and don’ts around importing slurry.
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https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
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| How to best plan for the current financial situation | 07 Jan 2022 | 00:17:38 | |
In our first episode of the New Year, Teagasc Pig Advisor Louise Clarke joins Amy Quinn on the latest Pig Edge podcast to look at the year ahead and consider how to best plan for the current financial situation and legislative changes being implemented in 2022.
Louise gives her advice and practical tips for producers dealing with these issues and lets us know about the upcoming Teagasc Webinar on ‘Practical considerations for the removal of Zinc Oxide’ on January 25th.
For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to:
https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com.
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| The 2021 Review and 2022 Forecast for the Irish pig sector | 10 Dec 2021 | 00:17:37 | |
For the final episode of the Pig Edge in 2021, Michael McKeon from the Teagasc Pig Development Department joins Amy Quinn to review 2021 and forecast 2022 for the Irish pig sector.
For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to:
https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com.
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| Dealing with antimicrobial resistance and the upcoming challenges for pig producers | 15 Nov 2021 | 00:16:52 | |
There’s no one more aware than the pig producers of the importance of animal health in the pig production system and on this week’s episode of the Pig Edge podcast, Superintending Vet Inspectors from the Department of Agriculture, Dr. Caroline Garvan and Dr. Damien Barrett join Amy Quinn to discuss Animal Health Awareness Week, the rise in antimicrobial resistance and the upcoming challenges for producers, including the new legislation on veterinary medicines coming into effect in January 2022.
For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to:
https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com.
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| What you need to know about the new Pig Health Check database | 05 Nov 2021 | 00:13:52 | |
Dr. Carla Gomes, Pig Health Check Programme manager with AHI joined Amy Quinn on the latest episode of the Pig Edge podcast to discuss the programme’s new database.
Carla first explains the Pig Health Check Programme including the new Pig Health Check database and how farmers can access their data.
She also discusses the Salmonella National Control Programme, gives advice on controlling Salmonella at farm and lets us know about an upcoming Salmonella webinar on November 9th and what we can expect from it.
For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to:
https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com.
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| A Preview of Virtual Pig Week 2021 | 11 Oct 2021 | 00:09:42 | |
This year’s Virtual Pig Week will take place from October 19th-22nd on the Teagasc virtual platform and Ciarán Carroll joins Amy Quinn on the latest episode of the Pig Edge to preview what’s coming up.
The event will cover a different topic on each of the four days and will run from 1-2 pm each day and by doing so it is hoped this will facilitate all those involved on farm and in the industry to attend.
You need to register for this event at:
https://hopin.com/events/teagasc-virtual-pig-week-2021
For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to
https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com
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| Highlights from WAFL 2021, the international welfare research conference | 10 Sep 2021 | 00:26:34 | |
On the latest episode of the Pig Edge, Amy Quinn is joined by Teagasc Pig Development Department (PDD) Researcher, Keelin O Driscoll, and Head of Pig Knowledge Transfer, Ciarán Carroll, to discuss WAFL 2021, a recent international welfare research conference that took place last month, hosted by Teagasc and the University College Cork.
Together they tell us some of the key points for pig producers from the many presentations and posters at the event and they detail the highlights from the many Teagasc PDD representations.
Keelin also tells us about a workshop she was involved in organising during the conference which focused on the efforts we have made here in Ireland to raise pigs with intact tails and lets us know that this workshop will be run again for Irish pig producers in the coming weeks.
For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to
https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com
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| The Future Challenges of the Pig Industry with Roy Gallie | 13 Aug 2021 | 00:34:45 | |
Roy Gallie, Pig Producer, Tillage Farmer and Chair of the IFA pigs committee joined Amy Quinn on the latest episode of the Pig Edge podcast.
Roy first explains the history of his farm and its current set up and he then goes through where he sees genetic improvement going, the biggest challenges facing the pig industry and his top pieces of advice.
For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to
https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com
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| Why farmers should be targeting a 100kg total litter weaning weight per sow | 09 Jul 2021 | 00:13:22 | |
Louise Clarke, Teagasc Pig Advisor based in Teagasc Ballyhaise, joined Amy Quinn on the latest episode of the Pig Edge podcast to discuss why farmers should be targeting a 100kg total litter weaning weight per sow.
Louise first explained this relatively new key performance indicator (KPI) and detailed why this is something we should be targeting.
She then highlighted how we can go about achieving the 100kg weaning weight per sow and the farm specifics that might influence this.
She also looked at the influence of weaning age on this target and other factors.
For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to:
https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com
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| The findings from the 2020 Teagasc National Pig Herd Performance Report | 31 May 2021 | 00:15:20 | |
Gerard McCutcheon, Specialist Pig Development Officer, Teagasc Oakpark, joined Ciarán Carroll on the latest episode of the Pig Edge podcast to discuss the findings from the 2020 Teagasc National Pig Herd Performance Report.
Ger first explained the Teagasc eProfit Monitor Pig Recording Programme and why it’s useful for the management of pig farms.
He then goes through the key performance indicators for sow performance, feed and grower performance and production costs for the average and top 25% of farms and tells us how farms can benchmark their data against national and international peers.
He also looks at the trends in performance over the past 20 years, highlighting the significant improvements Irish pig farmers have made in that time.
A copy of the report will be available at:
https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/publications/
For more episodes and information from the Pig Edge podcast go to
https://www.teagasc.ie/animals/pigs/the-pig-edge-podcast/
Produced on behalf of Teagasc by LastCastMedia.com
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