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.
They discuss a handful of topics including the national fertiliser database and veterinary bill.  These are coming thick and fast on us so every piece of information we can piece together will help alleviate some of those worries and concerns.

OUT THE GAP; https://ie.timacagro.com/2023/07/31/out-the-gap-issue-7/

AGFOOD LOGIN;
https://agfood.agriculture.gov.ie/sso-auth-ui-applicant/#/login

The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/

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.
Mike gives us a great insight into his own farm, grass measuring, Grass10, Clover, fertiliser and the all important ginger nut biscuit.

The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/

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.
A very detailed report and we have attempted to summarise it in slightly more understandable language.  No mean feat!

The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/

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.
We have Eoghan Devereux from The Model County, Wexford.  Tadhg Griffin from The Kingdom of Kerry and Dara Heffernan from The Premier County, Tipperary.

The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/

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/

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/

On this episode Lauren and Claire headed off to Tipperary to meet You Tube and Instagram Influencer / Entertainer MC Milking It.
Mark loves Showing how milk is produced on our grass based, dairy family farm in Ireland 🌱🐄
Promoting Social, Economic & Environmental Sustainable Agriculture 🚜

YouTube;  youtube.com/c/MCMilkingIt
Insta;  https://www.instagram.com/mcmilkingit/

The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/

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.
Lauren and Claire also give a summary on the latest edition of their monthly news bulletin; Out The Gap.
May is one of the busiest months on farm so planning and preparation is key. However, best laid plans are fully exposed to weather and time constraints so we need a little bit of luck on side also!

The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/

On this episode, James is joined by Lauren, John, Claire and Social Media Farming Influencer Andrew Macky!
Andrew is a Dairy Farmer in New Zealand and milks his cows Once A Day. He posts videos of daily farm life milking 320 jersey cows in beautiful sunny New Zealand.
The cows are on a all grass system with a bit of supplement to allow for hot dry summers. They also stay outside on grass for 365 days of the year!
To learn more about Andrew in New Zealand check out his social channels;
YouTube;  https://www.youtube.com/@TheOnceADayFarmer/
Instagram;  https://www.instagram.com/theonceadayfarmer/

The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/

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/