The Dairy Trail

Katie Gleeson, a dairy farmer from Templemore, County Tipperary, shares her journey into dairy farming at the National Ploughing Championships 2026. 

She discusses her transition from hairdressing to farming, the operations on her farm, and the challenges faced during a drought year. Katie also highlights her involvement in Dairy Women Ireland and her efforts in agri-communications through social media.

Brought to you by  Nedap Livestock Management .

What is The Dairy Trail?

Agriland's brand new limited podcast series 'The Dairy Trail' takes listeners inside the yard of dairy farms across the country to hear what is happening on the ground.

The new four-part series will cover everything from calving down cows, managing calves, herd nutrient requirements, getting cows out to grazing, and spreading slurry and fertiliser.

Listeners will get to hear how other farm systems operate, how different genetics perform, how different land types grow grass and how each farmer puts milk in the tank and money in their pocket in their own unique way.