October sheep management advice from Teagasc expert
Michael Gottstein shares essential sheep management tips for October on the OviCast podcast. Key topics include grassland care, lamb finishing, mating strategies, dipping practices, and bluetongue vaccination guidance for Irish farmers.
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Teagasc Agricultural News
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Michael Gottstein, Head of Sheep Knowledge Transfer at Teagasc, recently featured on the OviCast podcast with host Ciaran Lynch to discuss vital management tasks for October. They emphasised the importance of protecting autumn grass regrowth, planning winter fodder supplies, and closing paddocks to secure spring grazing.
The conversation then focused on lamb finishing, advising farmers to draft lambs regularly, explore market opportunities, and monitor flock health to avoid performance constraints. With the mating season underway on many farms, Gottstein highlighted maintaining ewe body condition and effective ram management as critical factors for success.
The discussion also covered the safe and effective practice of dipping sheep, alongside the importance of bluetongue vaccination. Listeners are encouraged to access the full episode of the OviCast podcast and consult the October 2026 Teagasc Sheep Management Notes for detailed information and practical guidance.
The conversation then focused on lamb finishing, advising farmers to draft lambs regularly, explore market opportunities, and monitor flock health to avoid performance constraints. With the mating season underway on many farms, Gottstein highlighted maintaining ewe body condition and effective ram management as critical factors for success.
The discussion also covered the safe and effective practice of dipping sheep, alongside the importance of bluetongue vaccination. Listeners are encouraged to access the full episode of the OviCast podcast and consult the October 2026 Teagasc Sheep Management Notes for detailed information and practical guidance.
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