Teagasc assisting farmers manage farms during extreme weather

Advisers in Teagasc offices in various parts of the country have been assisting farmers to manage their farms during extreme weather.

More than 700 farmers had land affected by flooding in recent weeks, with up to 200 having some silage stocks damaged. Up to 50 farms also had tanks flooded. The issues facing farmers include flooded farm yards and cattle sheds, as well as damaged or destroyed fodder.