The Sod Pod

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/

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/

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/

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. They also had a quick chat about The Teagasc Johnstown Castle Open Day and some of the items on display and discussed. And on a final note; best wishes to Clare and Cork in The All-Ireland Hurling Final LINK; https://interactive.teagasc.ie/o...

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. And then for what's in the news they cover the Teagasc Grass 10 farm walks. The Sod Pod;  https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/

On this episode James sat down with John and Ed to discuss, growth rates, fertiliser strategy, the clover struggles this year due to the unusual weather conditions and what the next phase of the Grassland Agro Soil Sustainability Programme entails.  They also covered the recent announcement from the EU in relation to the Nature Restoration Proposal The Sod Pod;  https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-th...

On this episode the team from Grassland Agro were welcomed down to Teagasc Research Centre in Johnstown Castle County Wexford. John and Ed grabbed the gear and collared a fist of the Teagasc experts there on the day to talk about farming.  They first nabbed David Wall and Edmond Casey, followed by Mark Plunkett and Mossy McCarthy. Then for this episodes what's in the News James and Sean McMah...

On this episode John grabbed the gear and headed off to meet Deirdre O'Shea from AON.  Deirdre works in their Food Agri and beverage division. Link to What's in the News Article; https://www3.farmersjournal.ie/agribusiness/news/food-price-inflation-changed-consumer-buying-behaviour-818230 The Sod Pod;  https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/

On this episode James and Steady Eddie are joined by Marcus O'Halloran from Agri Aware.  Marcus from Tipperary talks about his own farm enterprise and the role that Agri Aware take in educating the Irish Public about farming to give those out side the community a greater understanding of the role farming takes in society. The Sod Pod;  https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/

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

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. Link to The Tillage Podcast with Siobhan Walsh; https://open.spotify.com/episode/0UYV2Cj3Daqo8gzE14LTga?si=1abb3fdfa771426b What's in The News; https://www.farmersjourn...

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. They also covered The Grass 10 news letter in what's in the news The Sod Pod;  https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/

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. Then James covered whats in the news. The article came from Agriland this week; https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/over-360000-passports-issued-from-genotyping-programme/ An update o...

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. Mike gives a master class on clover, its impact and how to incorporate it in your sward. The Sod Pod;  https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/

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. Whats in the News! https://www.agriland.ie/farming-news/tillage-how-to-make-best-use-of-glyphosate/ The Sod Pod;  https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/

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. Also, here is the link to the What's in the News section; https://www.farmersjournal.ie/dairy/grass-and-feeding/meet-the-sustainable-grassland-farmer-of-the-year-finalists-800015 The Sod Pod;  https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast...

Hello, Hello! We are back for season three of The Sod Pod!  James was joined by John and Lauren and they discussed the new range of protected fertilisers by Grassland Agro. Also please find the link to the article dicussed in the new section added to season three; What's In The News! https://www.farmersjournal.ie/news/news/dairy-farmers-in-derogation-secure-concessions-801305 The Sod Pod;  ht...

Hello, hello and welcome to the season finale of The Sod Pod! A huge thank you to each and everyone of you, our listeners. James caught up with Edward, Lauren and Eoin and they reviewed the season of The Sod Pod. Wishing you a very Merry Christmas and a prosperous New Year! The Sod Pod;  https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/

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/

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/

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/

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. Link to Donal Kavanagh talking Actisan 360; https://youtu.be/GjkLQF_...

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/

On this episode Lauren, Claire and Eoin where joined by Mark Waters from ICBF (Irish Cattle Breeding Federation). They have a conversation about the National Genotyping Programme.  The National Genotyping Programme is a collaborative initiative designed to enable Ireland to take the first step in achieving a fully genotyped national herd. The programme has been developed based on a cost-sharing mo...

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. Many people interviewed from Liam Woulfe and Donagh Barrow, to Lauren Stanley, Claire Aspel, Nikki McGrath, John O'Loughlin and David Corbett The Sod Pod;  https://ie.timacagro.com...