Environment
Launch of the Teagasc Climate Action Strategy
The Teagasc Climate Action Strategy 2022-2030 – ‘Supporting Farmers for Climate Action’ has been launched today, Thursday, 1 December by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue TD.
01 December 2022
Biodiversity continues to be encouraged on Newford Farm
Newford Farm is working to enhance the level of biodiversity on the farm. The farm has been selected as a demonstration farm as part of the Teagasc Signpost Programme.
29 November 2022
10 Things to Know About … Hemp
There has been a very rich history of hemp research within Teagasc. Teagasc was preceded by an organisation called An Foras Taluntais, which was formed in the late 1950s. From very early on in the history of this organisation researchers were interested in the potential of hemp.
29 November 2022
Sustainable energy use in horticulture - Heating with Biomass
A webinar on sustainable energy solutions in horticulture using heating with biomass took place on Monday, 14 November. Donal Gernon and Dónall Flanagan, Teagasc Horticulture Development Department were joined by Barry Caslin, Energy Specialist to discuss heating with biomass.
28 November 2022
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Watch: Managing farm safety and health video series launched
Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine with responsibility for Farm Safety, Martin Heydon TD launched videos covering a range of farm safety and health hazards on farms.
25 November 2022
Signpost Series: Linking Environment and Farming (LEAF) - achievements, activities & aspirations
On this episode of the Signpost Series which took place on Friday, 4 November, Pat Murphy, Head of Environment KT, Teagasc was joined by Rebecca Davis, Technical Coordinator & Mollie Burns, LEAF, UK to give an overview of Linking Environment and Farming (LEAF).
25 November 2022
Sustainable energy use in horticulture - Wind turbines
A webinar on sustainable energy solutions in horticulture using wind turbines took place on Monday, 7 November. Eoin Sweetman, Vegetable Crops Advisor was joined by Barry Caslin, Energy Specialist and Donal Gernon, Mushrooms Advisor.
23 November 2022
Today's Farm - November/December 2022
The November/December 2022 edition of our bi-monthly magazine is now available online.
22 November 2022
57% of Farmers found to engage in Unsafe Farming Practices
Fifty seven percent of farmers engage in unsafe farming practices according to research completed by Teagasc researchers. When asked to respond to a number of common farm work scenarios, most farmers stated that they were more likely to engage in unsafe practices.
21 November 2022
TResearch Winter 2022
TResearch is an official science publication of Teagasc. It aims to disseminate the results of the organisation’s research to a broad audience. In this edition we look at how our researchers are using novel technologies to enhance the health and wellness benefits of foods.
21 November 2022
Growing Wild - Yarrow and Herb Robert
Catherine Keena, Teagasc Countryside Management Specialist takes a closer look at some of our native Irish biodiversity to look out for in the countryside.
20 November 2022
Update from Tom Tierney, Signpost Programme Tillage Farmer
Ivan Whitten, Teagasc Tillage Advisor, Naas caught up recently with Tom Tierney, Ballinafagh, prosperous, Kildare on how the harvest went and autumn fieldwork progress to date on the farm.
20 November 2022
Space for Nature - Ryan Family Farm
The Irish farming landscape is defined by a range of biodiversity features. Best practice in the management of these features is an integral part of sustainable farming. Farmers like Shay Ryan, Teagasc-Tirlán Signpost Future Farmer, play a crucial role in protecting farmland biodiversity.
18 November 2022
A day in the life of a Walsh Scholar with Ali Sultan Khan
Ali is from Islamabad, Pakistan, where he completed a Bachelor of Science with agronomy majors at Pir Mehr Ali Shah Arid Agriculture University. During the Covid-19 pandemic, Ali started a PhD at Teagasc Johnstown Castle Environment Research Centre.
17 November 2022
A day in the life of a Walsh Scholar with Kieran Harrahill
Kieran Harrrahill began his PhD after graduating from a Masters’ Programme. He completed an undergraduate degree in Arts (Geography and Politics) in UCD in 2017 before completing an MSc in Environmental Policy in UCD in 2018.
16 November 2022
A day in the life of a Walsh Scholar with Rumia Basu
Rumia studied Chemistry at the University of Delhi, India, before completing a master’s degree in Geoinformatics at TERI University, New Delhi, India. After this, she joined the International Water Management Institute (IWMI) as a researcher. She joined the Walsh Scholarship Programme in 2020.
15 November 2022
Signpost Series: WaterMARKE - Mitigating Agricultural Impacts through Research & Knowledge Exchange
On this episode of the Signpost Webinar Series, Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department was joined by Dr Mary Ryan, Teagasc and Professor Cathal O'Donoghue, University of Galway to discuss WaterMARKE - Mitigating Agricultural Impacts through Research & Knowledge Exchange.
14 November 2022
10 Things to Know About… Insects
As the global population rises, questions are being asked as to how we can continue to feed the planet with more sustainable food products and behaviours. Could the answer be the humble insect?
14 November 2022
Signpost Series: Linking Environment and Farming (LEAF) - achievements, activities & aspirations
On this episode of the Signpost Series which took place on Friday, 4 November, Pat Murphy, Head of Environment KT, Teagasc was joined by Rebecca Davis, Technical Coordinator & Mollie Burns, LEAF, UK to give an overview of Linking Environment and Farming (LEAF).
13 November 2022
Teagasc Signpost Programme Newsletter November 2022
In this month’s newsletter, Tom O’Dwyer, Head of the Signpost Programme, presents the Signpost Sustainability Results 2021, the baseline year. We have our usual climate actions as well as an article from Karl Richards explaining carbon sequestration.
11 November 2022
One minute with Eduarda Neves - Insects as protein for our future generations
Eduarda Neves, a researcher at Teagasc Food Research Centre, Ashtown, discusses the use of insects as an alternative protein source. To hear the full story, come along to our 60 Minute Science event on 15th November.
11 November 2022
One minute with Carlos Alvarez - Two birds with one stone: blood-based films, from environmental concern to sustainable solution
Carlos Álvarez-García, a researcher at Teagasc Food Research Centre, Ashtown, discusses how to address two important environmental issues at once. To hear the full story, come along to our 60 Minute Science event on 15th November.
10 November 2022
One minute with Elena Alexa - Ensuring food safety in the face of climate change
Dr. Elena-Alexandra Alexa, a post-doctoral researcher at Teagasc Food Research Centre, Ashtown, discusses the effect of climate change on food safety. To hear the full story, come along to our 60 Minute Science event on 15th November.
09 November 2022
60 Minute Science - Food Sustainability
Join us for 60 Minute Science on Tuesday, November 15, to learn how the foods we produce and eat contribute to our health and impact the environment. This event is part of Science Week 2022 The Festival of Farming and Food which takes place 13 - 20 November.
09 November 2022
Science Week 2022 - The Festival of Farming and Food Events
The Festival of Farming and Food is an educational, inspiring and fun week, packed full of amazing science activities, experiences, talks and exhibitions, for children and grown-ups alike. Running from November 13-20.
07 November 2022
Sustainable energy use in horticulture - Solar PV and Battery storage
A webinar on sustainable energy solutions in horticulture using solar PV took place on Monday, 24 October. Dónall Flanagan, Hardy Nursery Stock Advisor was joined by Barry Caslin, Energy Specialist and Eoin Sweetman, Vegetable Crops Advisor.
06 November 2022
Research Impact Highlights 2021 - Environment
Teagasc Research Impact Highlights in 2021, a supplement of TResearch magazine, was recently released. Here we look at some of the research highlights in the area of environment.
05 November 2022
Growing Wild - Elderberries and Blackberries
Catherine Keena, Teagasc Countryside Management Specialist takes a closer look at some of our native Irish biodiversity to look out for in the countryside.
05 November 2022
Developing an Irish Biomethane Industry
Biomethane is a carbon neutral renewable gas made from farm & food waste. The process is known as anaerobic digestion. Gas Networks Ireland has launched a Request for Information to identify new & feasible biomethane production projects. Teagasc Energy Specialist Barry Caslin gives information
03 November 2022
Newford Farm is working to enhance the level of biodiversity on the farm
The farm has been selected as a demonstration farm as part of the Teagasc Signpost Programme.
31 October 2022