Environment
Agriculture’s role in biomethane production
Biomethane is a carbon neutral renewable gas made from farm and food waste, which is produced through anaerobic digestion (AD).
06 May 2023
An introduction to Agricultural Catchments week and the Timoleague open day
The Agricultural Catchments Programme (ACP) is running a dedicated week of activities showcasing its research and advisory programme from Friday May 5th to Friday May 12th. Its theme is ‘A Living Lab Monitoring Water Quality and Gaseous Emissions.’
04 May 2023
Signpost Series - ABP's sustainability story
On this episode of the Signpost Series, Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, was joined by Stephen Connolly, ABP Agri Sustainability Manager, to give an insight into ABP's sustainability story.
03 May 2023
4.5m tonnes of lime sought under National Liming Programme
Farmers have shown huge interest in the new National Liming Programme, with 4.5m tonnes sought by 41,000 farmers before the programme’s deadline on 20th April.
02 May 2023
Why you must use less bagged nitrogen
Farmers are being tasked with reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, but what steps can be taken at farm level to achieve this?
30 April 2023
Growing Wild: Dandelions and cowslips
Now is the time to look out for Dandelions and Cowslips, according to Catherine Keena, Teagasc Countryside Management Specialist, who takes a closer look at some of our native Irish biodiversity.
29 April 2023
Coastal nature project launched on World Curlew Day
A project that will restore some of Europe’s most unique coastal habitats and also protect vulnerable breeding waders, such as the Curlew, was launched on World Curlew Day 2023, April 21st.
25 April 2023
Summer decisions affect winter performance on organic farms
Although the differences between organic and conventional farming are numerous, one key aspect is central to both – the importance of silage quality.
23 April 2023
Hydropower on farms - going with the flow
Fiacc O’Brolchain, Hydropower Engineer Specialist, spoke to Teagasc's Barry Caslin about the option to generate electricity from hydro on farms.
21 April 2023
Teagasc Signpost Advisory Programme open to participants
Most of the actions you are being asked to implement to reduce emissions will also reduce costs, improve animal performance and increase farm profitability. It’s a win-win for your farm.
20 April 2023
Deadline for National Liming Programme applications fast approaching
The National Liming Programme, a scheme which incentivises farmers to purchase and spread ground limestone in order to maintain soil fertility, will close for applications this week.
19 April 2023
Reducing the impact of pesticides on water quality
How well are we doing in Ireland in regards to reducing the impact of pesticides on water quality?
18 April 2023
Grass margins in grass fields
Grass margins provide corridors of movement and networks for nature through the countryside, as well as habitats of high biodiversity value. Good structure is as important as species present. Lumpy and bumpy is good for associated invertebrates.
17 April 2023
Installing barn owl nest boxes
In the latest Teagasc Environment Newsletter we find out what to look out for when installing owl nest boxes
15 April 2023
ACRES dates for your diary
The Agri Climate Rural Environment Scheme (ACRES), which replaces GLAS and REAP, is a five year scheme. Depending on location, farmers will enter the ACRES Co-operation Project (CP) or ACRES General.
13 April 2023
Red clover silage and multispecies sward measures open
Measures to promote the uptake of red clover silage and multispecies swards at farm level were today announced by the Minister of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue.
12 April 2023
Watch: April assessment of clover content
Assessing the clover content of your swards now will enable you to tailor nitrogen fertiliser applications, while also allowing the identification of paddocks which may require reseeding or over sowing to increase clover content.
12 April 2023
Biomethane - an opportunity in Ireland
On this episode of the Signpost Series, Dr. Tom O'Dwyer, Head of Signpost Programme, Teagasc, was joined by JJ Lenihan, Teagasc Buildings Officer, to discuss Biomethane - an opportunity for Ireland.
10 April 2023
An opportunity to apply the 'forgotten fertiliser' in 2023
Exponential increases in the cost of farm inputs in recent times have placed farmers under a lot of pressure. With this, it has never been as important for farmers to try and maximise efficiency on the ground.
10 April 2023
Growing Wild: Lesser Celandine and Ivy berries
Now is the time to look out for Lesser Celandine and Ivy Berries, according to Catherine Keena, Teagasc Countryside Management Specialist, who takes a closer look at some of our native Irish biodiversity.
08 April 2023
Harvesting the benefits of clover swards
Patrick O’Neill farms in partnership with his father Tom, 5km north of Edgeworthstown, Co. Longford. They milk approximately 115 cows, supply Lakeland Dairies, and rear their own replacements.
07 April 2023
Watch: The multiple benefits of multispecies swards
High nitrogen fertiliser prices, combined with a drive to farm in a more environmentally sustainable way, has seen the interest in multispecies swards peak at farm level.
05 April 2023
One farmer's tale of a fatal bull attack
As of January 5th this year, 12 fatal farm workplace accidents were reported by the Health and Safety Authority in Ireland.
03 April 2023
Organic farm walk series commences this week
With approximately 200,000ha now under organic production, Teagasc is hosting a series of farm walks to showcase the operation of organic farming systems.
03 April 2023
What tree rings can tell us about climate change
The rings of a tree are like a time capsule recording past environmental conditions and they provide an opportunity for scientists to understand how trees might respond to future climate change.
03 April 2023
150th milestone episode of Signpost Series available
The Teagasc Signpost Series recently celebrated it's 150th milestone webinar and was joined by Teagasc Director, Professor Frank O'Mara to discuss the Teagasc Climate Action Strategy.
02 April 2023
Making sense of nitrogen use
Oisin Coakley, Teagasc Agricultural Catchments Programme Advisor, tells us why the focus right now is on the right place and at the right time.
02 April 2023
‘Growing Organics’ monitor farm programme launched
A new programme focused on supporting and increasing organic production has been launched.
30 March 2023
Signpost Series: BovINE - Solutions for Sustainable Beef Farming
On this episode of the Signpost Series, Pat Murphy, Head of Environment Knowledge Transfer, Teagasc was joined by Dr. Maeve Henchion, Teagasc, to discuss BovINE – Solutions for Sustainable Beef Farming.
26 March 2023
Signpost Series: Lessons learned and recommendations from the SUAS EIP Project
On this episode of the Signpost Series which took place on Friday, 3 March, Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department was joined by Declan Byrne, SUAS Project Manager to discuss lessons learned and recommendations from the SUAS EIP Project.
25 March 2023