In the final episode of the Beef Edge podcast for 2022, Catherine Egan is joined by Teagasc Drystock advisor Christy Watson, who is based in Naas, Co. Kildare. 

As Christy retires this year, he gives his insights into the changes and challenges that he has seen over the past four decades. 

Christy talks through his time in Teagasc in Leitrim, Kildalton College, Wicklow and Kildare and he discusses the fodder and financial challenges farmers have experienced over the years. 

There have also been major improvements in grassland management and breeding on beef farms over the years and looking to the future he offers tips and advice for farmers from his lifetime of experience.

On behalf of all in Teagasc and the farmers he has worked with, thank you Christy for everything and wishing you a very happy retirement. 

Thanks to everyone for listening and wishing you all a very happy, peaceful and safe New Year.

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