Crop update from Kildare

The Tillage Edge by Teagasc

May 28, 202621:36Government & Organizations

North Kildare farmer, Phillip Harris, and Teagasc advisor, John Brophy, discuss crop progress and management challenges on this week’s Tillage Edge. Phillip describes the adjustments he’s made since changing to strip til...

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