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On this episode James sits down with John Brennan, Stephen carey, Clodagh Bolger and Peter Linden. From fodder budgets to fertiliser allowances a diverse conversation is had. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/
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The Sod Pod
Grassland Agro · Tech & Science · English
Hello Hello! Welcome to The Sod Pod. A hugely informative farming podcast brought to you by Grassland Agro where we like to chat all things farming across the Island of Ireland and beyond. From agronomy to technology, agricultural policy, machinery and more, we are also partial to a healthy GAA deba
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S6 · E2 · 13 Feb 2026 · 16 min
Accuracy Starts with the Fertiliser Spreader: Bulk Density & Setup Explained
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 correctlyWhy bulk density mattersCommon mistakes that affect spreading accuracyKey health & safety considerations when spreading fertiliserFor more information on this topic visit our website: https://www.grasslandagro.com/fertiliserapplicationchecklist/ The Sod...
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S5 · E1 · 30 Jan 2026 · 21 min
New Year, New Regulations; Season 5
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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S4 · E8 · 19 Dec 2025 · 41 min
2025 Wrapped
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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S4 · E7 · 7 Nov 2025 · 41 min
New Voice, Better Content 🚨
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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5 Sep 2025 · 38 min
Ploughing Through Autumn
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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S4 · E4 · 9 May 2025 · 45 min
Back to Business
On this episode James catches up with Clodagh, Peter, Stephen and John and they cover many items from fertiliser for 2nd cut, tillage management and mineral supplementation. The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/
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S4 · E3 · 4 Apr 2025 · 58 min
The One That Got Away
Better late that never! Due to a calamity of hick-ups and snags we are only getting around to bringing you this episode taht was recorded at the beginning of April 🤷♀️ Edward Healy took part in his final Sod Pod before he moved onto his new career challenge in Tirlan. James Freeman sat with Ed Healy, Peter Linden, Clodagh Bolger, Stephen Carey and John Brennan to give their outlook on farming The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/
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S4 · E2 · 7 Mar 2025 · 51 min
March through Spring; Preparation is Key
Hello, hello and welcome to Season Four of The Sod Pod! The team at Grassland Agro are delighted to be back for our fourth year. For 2025 we have changed our format from our original bi-weekly format. The Podcast will now be Monthly (1st Friday of every month) And we will video it for our YouTube channel. On this episode James has a big crowd on his hands. Edward Healy, John Brennan, Clodagh Bolger, Peter Linden and Stephen Carey. This is a great listen and many questions farmers ...
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S4 · E1 · 7 Feb 2025 · 43 min
Fresh Start, Same Roots; Season 4 has Landed
Hello, hello and welcome to Season Four of The Sod Pod! The team at Grassland Agro are delighted to be back for our fourth year. For 2025 we have changed our format from our original bi-weekly format. The Podcast will now be Monthly (1st Friday of every month) And we will video it for our YouTube channel. On this episode James has a big crowd on his hands. Edward Healy, John O'Loughlin, John Brennan, Clodagh Bolger and Peter Linden. This is a great listen and many questions farmer...
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S3 · E22 · 20 Dec 2024 · 35 min
The Season Finale; Bbbrrr in Birr Co. Offaly
On this episode Noel Hamell blackmailed James and Steady Eddie to hit the road and land in St. Brendan's Community Scholl in Birr Co. Offaly. This is a must listen. Thank you to each and every one of our listeners throughout season 3. Roll on Season four. We can't wait to talk again in February 2025 The Sod Pod; https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/
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