Food
Stop Food Waste Day 2025
March 1st is National Stop Food Waste Day. Download the Stop Food Waste Pocket Guide to learn simple ways to reduce food waste, save money, and help the environment. Small changes can make a big difference!
01 March 2025
The tiny algae revolution: Big benefits for food, health and the planet
What if the answer to feeding a growing global population, fighting climate change and improving human health could be found in a microscopic organism? Eimear Ferguson, Education and Public Engagement Officer at Teagasc, takes a closer look at the potential role of mircoalgae.
07 February 2025
Why dietary whey proteins are good news for women
Research has found women respond better to whey protein than men when it comes to weight management. As part of a recent RTÉ Brainstorm article, Kanishka Nilaweera, VistaMilk Research Ireland Centre, explores whey protein's role in reducing fat.
11 January 2025
Unlocking the secrets of protein digestion in older adults
A collaboration between Teagasc and Munster Technological University (MTU) has offered new insights into protein’s role in healthy aging. Teagasc Walsh Scholar, Aoife Burke shares key insights from the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine funded INFOTECH Project.
06 January 2025
Planting the seeds
Key challenges and opportunities in Ireland’s plant-based sector were revealed in a recent stakeholder workshop, highlighting the potential for sustainable food production and the need for strategic interventions.
05 January 2025
The story behind your Christmas turkey
Rebecca Tierney, Poultry Advisor, outlines the historical and cultural significance of turkey in Irish Christmas dinners, and shares insights into the dedication and tradition behind producing the perfect bird for your Christmas dinner.
24 December 2024
The story behind your Christmas potatoes
Most of the potatoes on Irish tables this Christmas will come from local farms, showcasing the country’s rich agricultural heritage. Shay Phelan explores potato cultivation, popular Christmas varieties, and the thriving local market for this festive staple.
23 December 2024
Kiss dry turkey goodbye!
Say goodbye to dry turkey this Christmas with Chef Maria Harte's expert tips and resources for a stress-free festive feast. From a comprehensive Christmas Dinner Planner to a Turkey Cooking Time Calculator, everything you need to ensure your turkey steals the show.
21 December 2024
The story behind your Christmas Brussels Sprouts
Brussels sprouts season is in full swing. With Christmas nearing, growers are working hard to get these classic veggies onto Irish dinner plates. Love them or hate them, sprouts are a holiday staple. William Deasy, Specialised Vegetable Advisor, shares the story behind them.
21 December 2024
The story behind your Christmas ham
The Christmas ham is an institution in many homes throughout Ireland, served along with the turkey as the centrepiece of the festive celebrations. Ciarán Carroll describes the journey of your Christmas ham, from farm to fork.
20 December 2024
No chlorine, No problem
The implementation of minimum chlorate technologies across the dairy chain has facilitated the production of milk and dairy products with levels of chlorate residue superior to European Union and customer demands, whilst maintaining microbiological quality.
18 December 2024
New EU project to bring healthier, minimally processed plant-based foods to Europe
Teagasc has partnered with experts from across Europe to deliver the EU-funded Sustain-a-bite project, a new project aiming to bring healthier, minimally processed plant-based foods to Europe.
17 December 2024
10 Things to Know About… Feeding the Future
On tonight’s episode, Monday, 25 November, of the television series 10 Things to Know About…, Teagasc scientists feature in an episode on ‘Feeding the Future’.
25 November 2024
10 Things to Know About… Food Security
On Monday night’s episode of the television series 10 Things to Know About… Teagasc scientists feature in an episode on Food Security.
18 November 2024
Spring 2025 Food Industry Development Training Courses
Discover a range of upcoming training courses designed to enhance skills and knowledge in the food and beverage sector.
18 November 2024
A place for meat and dairy protein in a sustainable diet?
Detractors of livestock production systems often cite meat and dairy’s carbon footprint as a justification for their exclusion from human diets. The nutritional consequences of this, however, were explored at the recent Sustainability in Agriculture: The Science and Evidence Conference.
14 November 2024
Livestock provide much more than nutritious food – Senior FAO official
Livestock production systems have come under increased scrutiny in recent times. Despite challenges aplenty, opportunities exist.
07 November 2024
Food projects funded under Research Ireland Frontiers for the Future Programme
Teagasc has been awarded funding to complete two research projects – one in the area of 4D food printing and the other examining technologies to make reduced salt foods tastier – as part of the Taighde Éireann – Research Ireland Frontiers for the Future Programme.
23 October 2024
The humble potato – key facts and figures
Today, October 4, marks Bord Bia’s National Potato Day. In recognition of the humble spud, Shay Phelan, Potato Specialist at Teagasc, shares key facts, figures and developing trends on this all important staple.
04 October 2024
Food, drink and ingredients innovators wanted for leading investment accelerator programme
Food Works, Ireland’s leading investment accelerator for high-potential food and drink companies, launches recruitment drive for 2025 programme.
30 September 2024
Mushroom for reflection
Delegates from Teagasc recently attended the International Society of Mushroom Science congress for a look at the ever-growing world of mushroom research.
29 September 2024
Latest developments in sensory and consumer science showcased
Over 750 delegates from across the world have gathered in the RDS, Dublin for the 11th European Conference on Sensory and Consumer Research, which takes place between the 8th and 11th of September, 2024.
09 September 2024
First Comprehensive Database of Food Metagenomes Developed
The first comprehensive database of food metagenomes has been developed by the EU-funded MASTER project. The associated scientific paper ‘Unexplored microbial diversity from 2,500 food metagenomes and links with the human microbiome’ was published recently in the prestigious journal Cell.
02 September 2024
What milk makes
Visitors to the 81st Virginia Show were treated to a visual display by Teagasc researchers that unveiled the numerous products ensuing from the processing of raw milk.
23 August 2024
Discover the Art of Fermentation: Teagasc launches new training course ‘Introduction to Fermented Foods’
Are you fascinated by the world of fermentation? Do you aspire to create your own fermented foods like kombucha and water kefir?
24 July 2024
Western diets pose greater risk of cancer and IBD - APC study finds
Western diets pose a greater risk of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and colorectal cancer, according to a milestone review of what people eat around the world.
18 July 2024
Livestock an important part of our overall food system – Teagasc Director
The benefits of livestock inclusion in the overall food system were outlined by Professor Frank O Mara, Director of Teagasc, on the recent Signpost Series webinar titled: ‘Cultivating a sustainable future for Irish agriculture’.
15 July 2024
Bord Iascaigh Mhara and Teagasc Partnering for Success
Bord Iascaigh Mhara (BIM) and Teagasc are delighted to announce a new partnership to further enhance support for seafood companies, particularly in the area of food innovation and the bio-economy.
12 July 2024
Consumer perceptions of plant-based protein key focus of upcoming webinar
How does the European consumer feel about plant-based proteins? What does the future of sustainable consumption look like? These will be just some of the questions addressed as part of the upcoming VALPRO Path webinar titled: ‘European Consumer Perceptions of Plant-Based Protein’.
02 July 2024
Funding for BYDV and gut microbiome research
Teagasc researchers, Dr Louise McNamara and Dr Orla O’Sullivan have been awarded funding as part of the SFI Frontiers for the Future Programme in the respective areas of research in BYDV and the gut microbiome.
29 May 2024