Food Research
The Teagasc Food Programme undertakes scientific research leading to the establishment of technological platforms that can be exploited by the Irish Food Processing Industry by adding value and ensures the safety and quality of food products.
The Food Programme incorporates the following departments:
- Food Biosciences
- Food Chemistry & Technology
- Food Industry Development
- Food Safety
The following diagram outlines the key role the Teagasc Food Programme has in Food and Product Development Research and Knowledge Transfer:
Long term the Food Programme in Teagasc will aim to:
- Improve and develop the safety and clean green image of Irish food products
- Expand and increase dairy product research to serve the expected increase in National milk yield
- Provide technology & knowledge to the meat processing industry to serve the economic increase in the meat sector.
- Support innovation, growth and export capability in the SME sector
Media Contacts
To find the media contact for Food, please visit our media contacts section.
