Case Studies

See a selection of case studies of successful engagements of Teagasc research at various levels with businesses, resulting in demonstrable impact for Teagasc, the business(es) and economy as a whole, and most of which were significantly facilitated by its technology transfer office.

Contact us at techtransfer@teagasc.ie or read our case studies below.

Dairy Concepts- Innovative dairy snacks

Dairy Concepts Ireland have become a leading innovator in the global dairy snacks market by combining entrepreneurial vision with Ireland’s scientific talent, quality dairy ingredients, global reputation and sustainable competitive advantage in dairy. - find out more about Dairy Concepts Ireland projects.

BFree Foods 

BFree is a range of gluten-free breads and baked goods, specially created to let you enjoy food to the full, with the nutrition you need. - find out more information on BFree Foods.

Meat Technologies Ireland

Meat Technology Ireland (MTI) is an industry-led initiative that will build a strategic research and innovation base in beef and sheepmeat processing in Ireland. The Centre is a ‘one-stop shop’ for meat processing research and technology, serving as a hub to co-ordinate all beef and sheepmeat processing research needs. - find out more information on Meat Ireland Techmologies.

The Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland

Working in partnership with the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors, the pre-eminent chartered professional body for the construction, land and property sectors around the world, the Society and RICS act in the public interest: setting and maintaining the highest standards of competence and integrity among the profession; and providing impartial, authoritative advice on key issues for business, society and governments. - find out more information on The Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland.

Environmental Protection Agency, Ireland 

The EPA is an independent public body established under the Environmental Protection Agency Act, 1992. The other main instruments from which we derive our mandate are the Waste Management Act, 1996, and the Protection of the Environment Act, 2003 and Radiological Protection (Miscellaneous Provisions) Act 2014. - find out more information on Environmental Protection Agency, Ireland.

Hidden Heroes

Hidden Heroes mission is to be known as the ‘go-to brand’ for healthy, convenient food for children. Launching in early 2019 starting with a range of frozen vegetable nuggets, Hidden Heroes helps children get that one extra portion of vegetables every day in a fun way. - find out more information on Hidden Heroes.

VistaMilk

The VistaMilk SFI Research Centre represents a unique collaboration between Agri-Food and information communications technology (ICT) research institutes and leading Irish/multinational food and ICT companies. Funded by Science Foundation Ireland (SFI) and the Department of Agriculture Food and the Marine (DAFM). - find out more information on VistaMilk.

Potato Breeding Programme

The potato breeding programme initiated in 1962, screens 100,000 seedlings each year. Thirty varieties for both national and international markets have been successfully developed. Rooster the best known of the Oak Park varieties due largely to its excellent taste and cooking quality. - Find out more information on Potato Breeding Programme.

Ornua - wheyless cheese commercialisation 

Ornua is Ireland’s largest exporter of Irish dairy products, exporting to 110 countries worldwide. Headquartered in Dublin, it has annualised sales of over €2.5 billion and a global team of 2,900 employees. Ornua operates from 10 business units worldwide, including 16 production facilities, and has sales and marketing teams working in-market across all four corners of the globe. - Find out more information on Ornua.