Episodios

  • Managing the Conditions
    Mar 30 2026

    On this episode, John caught up with Stephen and Peter to chat about current challenges on farms, winter crop advice, and the springtime risk of grass tetany in ewes.

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

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    18 m
  • The Three Pillars of Soil Health Explained 🌱
    Mar 13 2026

    On this episode, Peter Linden chats with Clodagh Bolger and John Brennan about all things soil health. The conversation focuses on the three pillars of soil health — physical, chemical and biological — why they are so important, the cost of poor soil health and some practical tips to help farmers improve their soils.

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

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    30 m
  • Spring Workload but no Weather
    Feb 27 2026

    On this episode, John caught up with Clodagh and Stephen to chat about the current situation, and the importance of being ready to move when the weather picks up. Unfortunately, they did not have the crystal ball with them to tell us when this will be, but looks like it will be hectic few weeks when it does.

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

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    19 m
  • Accuracy Starts with the Fertiliser Spreader: Bulk Density & Setup Explained
    Feb 13 2026

    On this weeks episode we're joined by John Corbett, Regional Sales Manager of North Cork, to talk about everything fertiliser spreader-related.

    Clodagh sits down with John to breakdown:

    • How to set up your fertiliser spreader correctly
    • Why bulk density matters
    • Common mistakes that affect spreading accuracy
    • Key health & safety considerations when spreading fertiliser

    For more information on this topic visit our website: https://www.grasslandagro.com/fertiliserapplicationchecklist/

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

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    16 m
  • New Year, New Regulations; Season 5
    Jan 30 2026

    On this episode, Clodagh Bolger hosts Peter Linden and John Brennan to discuss the new Nitrates regulations, spring slurry application and much more!

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

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    21 m
  • 2025 Wrapped
    Dec 19 2025

    On this episode, Peter Linden catches up with John O'Loughlin, Clodagh Bolger, John Brennan and Stephen Carey to review the year gone by and discuss the renewal of the derogation, dry cow management and the upcoming Irish Grassland Association annual dairy conference.

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

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    41 m
  • New Voice, Better Content 🚨
    Nov 7 2025

    On this episode we have a new person sitting infront of the golden Microphone. James has departed Grassland Agro after 15 years for a new challenge. Peter has been subbed in on trial and Clodagh, Stephen and John will decide if he is up to scratch.

    The main items covered included new soil sampling rules, silage sampling, BCS and derogation. Also Stephen on Tillage focus covered the NMP.

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

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    41 m
  • Ploughing Through Autumn
    Sep 5 2025

    On this episode James sits down with the panel and the talk about the up and coming National Ploughing Championships. Fertiliser close season, tillage outlook and fodder budgets.

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

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    38 m