Episodes 92
Avg. Duration 28m
Activity Highly Active
Since Feb 2022
Latest Episode Jun 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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About This Podcast

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 debate along the way. Streaming every fortnight, pop on and give us a listen!

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Recent Episodes

Is it Socially Acceptable to Wear Cowboy Boots?

Jun 05, 2026 18m

Stephen and Clodagh caught up on some fashion trends  they'll be rocking in the milking parlour and combine harvester this summer,  before more serious chats on grassland management mid-season, seed…

Second Cut Nutrients and Reseeding

May 22, 2026 15m

On this episode, Clodagh chats with John and Peter about balancing second cut nutrient applications, reseeding and clover. The Sod Pod;  https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/

S6E8 Silage & Reseeding

May 11, 2026 15m

On this episode, Clodagh speaks to John and Peter about first cut grass silage, the importance of sugars at harvest, and reseeding. The Sod Pod;  https://ie.timacagro.com/podcast-the-sod-pod/

S6E7 Sales Team on Tour ✈️

Apr 24, 2026 24m

In Part 1, Clodagh and Peter catch up and share their latest updates, before Clodagh fills Peter in on her recent trip to the Timac Agro HQ in Saint-Malo, where she travelled alongside four ATCs from…

S6E6 Fertiliser Advice & Preparing for Breeding

Apr 10, 2026 15m

On this episode, Stephen and Clodagh discuss the current situation with grass and crops, fertiliser for grazing ground, and setting up the cows for the breeding season ahead. The Sod Pod; …

S6E5 Managing the Conditions

Mar 30, 2026 18m

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; …

S6E4 The Three Pillars of Soil Health Explained 🌱

Mar 13, 2026 29m

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…

Spring Workload but no Weather

Feb 27, 2026 18m

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…

S6E2 Accuracy Starts with the Fertiliser Spreader: Bulk Density & Setup Explained

Feb 13, 2026 16m

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…

S5E1 New Year, New Regulations; Season 5

Jan 30, 2026 20m

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; …

S4E8 2025 Wrapped

Dec 19, 2025 41m

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…

S4E7 New Voice, Better Content 🚨

Nov 07, 2025 41m

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,…

Ploughing Through Autumn

Sep 05, 2025 37m

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; …

S4E5 Giving it Socks 🧦

Aug 08, 2025 38m

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; …

S4E4 Back to Business

May 09, 2025 45m

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; …

S4E3 The One That Got Away

Apr 04, 2025 58m

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…

S4E2 March through Spring; Preparation is Key

Mar 07, 2025 51m

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…

S4E1 Fresh Start, Same Roots; Season 4 has Landed

Feb 07, 2025 43m

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…

S3E22 The Season Finale; Bbbrrr in Birr Co. Offaly

Dec 20, 2024 34m

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…

S3E21 Tommy The Vet

Oct 25, 2024 35m

On this episode, James and Ed sit down with Tommy Heffernan.  Tommy the Vet talks about what he sees in farming today and his views about the future of farming. A detailed conversation not to be…

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