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20 January 2022

Tillage Update - 20th January 2022

In this week's tillage update Mark Plunkett, Teagasc Crops Specialist discusses Cereal Crops P & K Requirements. He focuses on the role of P and K, the strategy to adopt for Soil P and K Index in 2022, and he has P & K advice for the different cereal crops.

20 January 2022

Time to move if forming a Registered Farm Partnership

Registered Farm Partnership (RFP) is an excellent arrangement to bring a young person into the family farm business without having to immediately sign over the land. Keep an eye on the February 11 deadline. Gordon Peppard Teagasc Collaborative Farming Specialist has key advice

20 January 2022

Teagasc & NUI Galway partner new BSc Agricultural Science degree in the West

2021 saw the launch of a brand new BSc in Agricultural Science at the National University of Ireland Galway with a strong focus on Sustainable Agriculture. Teagasc and NUI Galway have announced a partnership to deliver on the huge demand for an Agricultural Degree programme in the West of Ireland.

18 January 2022

Teagasc Virtual Sheep Conference

The Teagasc Sheep Conference will take place virtually this year. On two evenings, Tuesday, 25 January and Thursday, 27 January, farmers can tune into a webinar between 8pm and 9pm when all the latest research from the Teagasc national sheep programme will be discussed.

17 January 2022

Evening milking time for 2022

Previous studies with dairy farm employees have found that hours worked on dairy farms can make employment unattractive, mainly due to evening finish time. Irish farms are competing with industries that typically offer a 5-6pm finish time. Martina Gormley, Dairy Specialist explores this topic here

17 January 2022

Mental health on farm - the most important part of sustainability

Dr John McNamara, Teagasc H&S specialist chats to Deirdre Glynn and Cathal Somers on the latest episode of the Environment Edge about Teagasc’s role in promoting farmer mental health and wellbeing, what to look out for and how we all can help.

16 January 2022

Teagasc at BTYSTE: Milk production goes hi-tech

Have you ever wondered about the technology behind a simple glass of milk or slice of cheese? Milking a cow has come a long way from a bucket and a pair of hands. Teagasc researchers Catriona Boyle and Eimear Ferguson talk about the new technologies of dairy farming here

14 January 2022

Cork Student wins Teagasc award at BTYSTE 2022 – Potential of nematodes to replace pesticides

Johannah Pigott, a Transition Year student from Colaiste Treasa, Kanturk, Co. Cork, is the winner of the Teagasc award at the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition 2022 (BTYSTE). Johannah’s project looked at the potential of nematodes to replace chemical pesticides.

14 January 2022

Teagasc at BTYSTE: Breeding potatoes for the future

We Irish love our potatoes. Ireland’s average annual potato consumption is 85kg per person – two-and-a-half times higher than the world average. Find out about Teagasc potato research into breeding potatoes, including the rooster variety from Teagasc researchers Catriona Boyle and Denis Griffin

14 January 2022

Teagasc at BTYSTE: The land from above

The land around us is home to plants, animals and tiny microbes. It can store carbon from the atmosphere or release it, we work it for food and other products, and it defines how we live in our communities. Jesko Zimmerman, Stuart Green and Catriona Boyle tell us about mapping the land here

14 January 2022

Today's Farm - January/February 2022

The January/February edition of our bi-monthly magazine is now available online. The main focus of this edition is weighing up your fertiliser options. It also has articles on the Future Beef Programme; forming a Registered Farm Partnership; and market gardening.

13 January 2022

Teagasc at BTYSTE: Soil microbiology

Soils are so much more than meets the eye. Soils are home to a staggering abundance and diversity of living organisms, most of which we cannot see with the naked eye. Teagasc researchers Aoife Duff and Catriona Boyle tell us more as part of BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE).

13 January 2022

Teagasc at BTYSTE: Helping shape the future of farming

Teagasc is at the virtual BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE) 2022. Teagasc Researchers Catriona Boyle, Emma Dillon, Brian Moran & Trevor Donnellan tell us about the research work of Teagasc economists in compiling the National Farm Survey. You can visit the Teagasc stand here too

12 January 2022

Teagasc at BTYSTE: Reducing food waste

Teagasc is at the virtual BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE) 2022. Teagasc Researchers Muireann Egan and Catriona Boyle tell us about the research work of Teagasc horticultural scientists and food scientists in reducing food waste. You can visit the Teagasc stand here too

11 January 2022

Teagasc at BTYSTE: Digesting the research

Teagasc is at the virtual BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE) 2022. Muireann Egan and Catriona Boyle give us an insight into digestion and the research of Teagasc food scientists as part of the event this week. Visit the Teagasc stand right here

11 January 2022

Virtual Tillage Conference 2022

The 2022 National Tillage Conference will take place virtually, split over two days. The first session will take place on Thursday, 13 January and the second session will take place on Thursday, 27 January, both at 11.30 am. Register to attend here.

10 January 2022

Dairy enterprise review and outlook

Based on data from Teagasc’s National Farm Survey unit, 2021 was a good year for dairying. George Ramsbottom, Dairy Specialist has the breakdown on the figures, and watch back on the Dairy Review and Outlook with Teagasc Researcher Emma Dillon, from Outlook 2022 - Economic Prospects for Agriculture

10 January 2022

Teagasc at BTYSTE: In the clover

Teagasc is at the virtual BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE) 2022. Teagasc Researchers Catriona Boyle and Deirdre Hennessy bring us this article on Clover research in Teagasc as part of the event this week. Find out about the Teagasc prize awarded and visit the Teagasc stand here

08 January 2022

‘Genetics and Breeding of Irish Horses’ book launched

Teagasc has launched a new genetics book entitled ‘Genetics and Breeding of Irish Horses’ . The author of the book is Dr Alan Hurley, Teagasc Equine Specialist.

07 January 2022

Monaghan farmers lead the way on organics

Beef and tillage organic enterprises are thriving in the county. Elaine Leavy, Organic Specialist and Drystock Advisors Jane McConnon & Shane Filan meet two farmers, one in beef the other in tillage, who tell their organic story from initial conversion through to a new and thriving business.

05 January 2022

Diversified Farmers' Guide to Social Media

Diversified businesses looking to bring in new customers need to create a social media strategy that is narrowly focused on their target audience to avoid wasting time and money. Many businesses are now aware of the need have an online presence. Follow the guidelines given here

01 January 2022

Unearthing the value of Irish fruit and vegetables

Policies reflecting the link between food and health present opportunities for the Irish horticulture sector to generate both economic and societal benefits. Dermot Callaghan, Head of Horticulture Development Department, Teagasc, provides more information.

31 December 2021

TResearch Autumn/Winter 2021

TResearch is an official science publication of Teagasc. It aims to disseminate the results of the organisation’s research to a broad audience. The Autumn/Winter 2021 issue of TResearch magazine brings a new look. We’ve put the people who carry out our cutting-edge research front and centre.

29 December 2021

Unearthing a medieval town

For the final Map of the Month of the year 2021, we take a closer look the abandoned town of Newtown near Jerpoint Abbey, Co. Kilkenny, which according to local legend is the resting place of St. Nicholas. This map by Daniel O'Mahony, Walsh Scholar looks at how technology revolutionised archaeology.

28 December 2021

Meet ISH Young Breeder Amy McCarthy

Amy is from Kiltegan in Co. Wicklow, she grew up with a keen interest in ponies and horses from an early age, owning her first pony ‘Buttercup’ at the age of four and hasn’t looked back since. Amy progressed through the pony ranks, represented Ireland on a Nation’s Cup team in Wales & West in 2003.

23 December 2021

International Stakeholder Workshop on Best Practice for the Control of Human Pathogenic Microorganisms in Plant Production Systems

A new report on Best Practice for the Control of Human Pathogenic Microorganisms in Plant Production Systems was published recently by the HUPLANTcontrol COST action; Control of Human Pathogenic Microorganisms in Plant Production Systems, with the report publication coordinated by Teagasc

23 December 2021

Could you be the Equine Specialist Teagasc is looking for?

Teagasc has a vacancy for an Equine Specialist (Permanent) at Teagasc Grange, Dunsany, Co. Meath. Candidates must have a QQI Level 8 degree in Equine Science or BAgrSc in Animal Science, specialising in equine, or equivalent. Read more for details of post and salary. Closing date 10 January 2022

22 December 2021

The Teagasc Beef Edge Podcast celebrates 100th episode

The Teagasc Beef Edge Podcast released its 100th episode today, Wednesday, 22 December, featuring Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Charlie Mc Conalogue TD. In the last year over 30,000 farmers have tuned in to the Beef Edge Podcast.

22 December 2021

A Holly Jolly Christmas

As Christmas fast approaches many of us will “deck the halls with boughs of holly”. The glossy green foliage and scarlet red berries are synonymous with the festive season. In a Christmas message from the Staff of Teagasc Advisory Waterford/Kilkenny, Aoife Leader, Walsh Scholar, praises the Holly

21 December 2021

Meet Michelle an ISH Young Breeder

Michelle hails from Sandyford in Dublin, her Mum Bernadette’s family lived not far away in Glencullen. Michelle first started riding at six years of age. Her Mum’s cousin loaned her a very nice retired show hunter pony who had previously suffered a tendon injury and could only be ridden on the flat

20 December 2021

Sm@rt Ruminant Technologies Project Commences

The Sm@RT project, funded by the EU Horizon 2020 research programme, aims to share knowledge and improve the uptake of new digital technologies in small ruminant farming systems in Europe and beyond, and recently held its first online international workshop.

18 December 2021

Let's Talk Equine Webinar - A reflection on 2021 breeding and competition successes

Wendy Conlon, Teagasc Equine Specialist was joined by Dr. Noel Cawley, Newpark Lodge Stud and Greg Broderick, Ballypatrick Stables for the latest webinar in the Let's Talk Equine Webinar Series, which took place on Tuesday 7th December 2021.

17 December 2021

'Historical Irish Dairy Products' Book Launch

The official launch of a new book, 'Historical Irish Dairy Products' which traces from earliest times the historical-cultural heritage of Irish dairy products took place virtually on 15th December. The launch was hosted by Mark Gibson, Teagasc and featured contributions from a panel of guests.

14 December 2021

Meet Melissa - an ISH young breeder

Melissa Glynn is from Crannaghmore Stables, Co. Roscommon where showing at agricultural shows, selling at auctions and from the farm gate were part of her early education, including riding & pony camps. Melissa says the Young Breeders Programme opened a network of connections & opportunities for her

12 December 2021

Developing Rural Ireland - Newsletter

A new book that documents the history of the Irish agricultural advisory services and their role in developing rural Ireland was launched at a virtual event at Teagasc, Oak Park, Carlow, on Wednesday, September 1, 2021.

10 December 2021

Farming the sea, cleaning up our act

Amy Fitzpatrick, PhD candidate, Munster Technological University and Teagasc Food Biosciences Department won third prize with this article at the MTU Postgraduate Research Competition 2021. She discusses Farming the sea and cleaning up our act to make fish safer to eat

10 December 2021

Are you competent to operate a chainsaw safely?

Inevitably, some on-farm trees will have blown down following Storm Barra. Why not check out advice on operating a chainsaw safely on the Teagasc Forestry website page, before considering any clean-up activities? John Casey, Teagasc Forestry Development Officer provides chainsaw guidance here

10 December 2021

Drying off cows is in full swing

Drying off cows in batches is in full swing on most farms. However In view of good milk prices it can be tempting to milk on for some farmers. Don Crowley, Teagasc Milk Quality Specialist, advises against milking on and outlines best practice for drying off here

08 December 2021

The state of Ireland’s hedgerows

Catherine Keena Teagasc Countryside Management Specialist covers The state of Ireland’s hedgerows, as talked about in the Teagasc Hedgerow Week Panel Discussion on Monday's webinar. Watch back on the webinar here and tune in all this week to Hedgerow Week events

07 December 2021

Let's Talk Equine Webinar - A reflection on 2021 breeding and competition successes

Join Wendy Conlon, Teagasc Equine Specialist this evening, Tuesday, 7th December at 8.30pm for the latest webinar in the Let's Talk Equine Webinar Series. Tonight's webinar is: A reflection on 2021 breeding and competition successes. Register here

07 December 2021

A day in the life: Diane Purcell-Meyerink, Teagasc Researcher

Diane Purcell-Meyerink began working at the Teagasc Food Centre, in July 2021. A Day in the Life... tells more about her well-traveled career path, taking her onto the NASA Ames base in California, to her current work in Teagasc on seaweeds and her Marie Cuire fellowship project ALGIPRO.

07 December 2021

Higher farm output prices in 2021, but rising costs a concern for 2022

A new report, by economists at Teagasc, estimates that average family farm income (FFI) in Ireland has increased by 20 per cent in 2021. Overall, price inflation for farm inputs has been more than offset by higher prices for most farm outputs leaving average family farm income for some farm systems

07 December 2021

Advice for Farmers facing Storm Barra

Met Eireann have issued a Status Red, Orange and Yellow - Wind warning for Ireland. Storms are becoming a more frequent occurance in Ireland bringing a mixture of wind, rain and sometimes snow. Teagasc has advice here for farmers facing the current Storm Barra this Tuesday and Wednesday

05 December 2021

November Map of the Month- Ireland from Abroad: Irish Land Cover & Land Use

November’s Map of the Month is Ireland from Abroad: Irish Land Cover and Land Use mapped internationally. It presents a series of dynamic maps of current Irish land use and land cover produced by European and international suppliers.

03 December 2021

Completing Ireland’s first equine census

The Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Mr Charlie McConalogue T.D. confirmed the date of the first annual equine census as Tuesday November 30th 2021. Wendy Conlon, Teagasc Equine Specialist has details on how to complete the equine census by Friday December 17th, here

02 December 2021

Teagasc appoint new Director of Research

Teagasc has appointed Professor Pat Dillon as Director of Research. The Teagasc Authority approved the appointment at its meeting on Wednesday, 1 December 2021. Professor Dillon will take up this new role straight away.

01 December 2021

12th Infogest Webinar on Food Digestion

The next INFOGEST Webinar on Food Digestion, hosted by Dr André Brodkorb will take place today, 1st December 2021 at 2pm. The theme of the webinar is “Lipid Digestion”. It will feature guest speaker Professor Julian McClements from the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Register here

01 December 2021

Teagasc Professional Diploma in Dairy Farm Management Graduation

The 2020 Graduates of the Teagasc/UCD Level 7 Professional Diploma in Dairy Farm Management course were presented with their diplomas at an awards ceremony at Teagasc Moorepark, recently.

30 November 2021

GLAS Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme Farmer Focus – Bernard Bugler

Bernard Bugler is a GLAS 3 Participant from Co. Clare who availed of the Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme for repairs to an old stone Building situated in the farmyard. The building was thought to be over 150 years old. Martina Enright, Teagasc Ennis Advisor has details of what was involved

30 November 2021

What maps tell us about how we live, work and travel

Complex patterns in geographic data and maps can tell us much about our lives today and in the future. This article "What maps tell us about how we live, work and travel" by Jesko Zimmermann, David Meredith and Rob O'Hara, Teagasc, first appeared on RTÉ Brainstorm.

29 November 2021

Are you On Feirm Ground? Maintaining resilience in an ever changing dairy sector

Conor Hammersley, PhD Walsh Scholar at Teagasc and the National Centre for Men’s Health Ireland joins Emma-Louise Coffey on this week’s Dairy Edge podcast to discuss the common stressors experienced by Irish dairy farmers and the proactive steps they can take to maintain resilience

28 November 2021

The Irish Coronavirus Sequencing Consortium November 2021

The Irish Coronavirus Sequencing Consortium, funded by Science Foundation Ireland is led by Professor Paul Cotter, Teagasc Moorepark. The aim of the project is to sequence or “read” the genetic information of SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. Teagasc researchers explain more in this video

28 November 2021

Meet Sarah - an ISH young breeder

Sarah Brashaw lives near Newtownards, Co. Down where she has a yard of ten competition equines ranging from performance and show Connemara Ponies to show horses and cobs, young event horses and breeding stock at Ringcreevy Stud. Find out how she benefited from the ISH Young Breeder Programme

27 November 2021

Liver Fluke Forecast November 2021

Each year, the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) in collaboration with Met Éireann, UCD, Teagasc and Animal Health Ireland advises farmers of the predicted risk of disease caused by liver fluke (Fasciola hepatica) infection in livestock for that autumn and winter. Read more here

26 November 2021

Winner of “The many uses of wood” Category of Teagasc Forest Photo Competition Announced

The Teagasc Forestry Development Department today, Friday, 26 November, announced the prize recipients in Category 2 of its forest photo competition ‘Celebrating Our Forests and Wood Use’. The category winner is Ms. Elaine Fleming.

26 November 2021

Value of Pig Manure

In this infographic the Teagasc Pig Development Department have highlighted how farmers can make substantial savings by using pig manure to grow their grass and tillage crops based on current fertilizer prices.

23 November 2021

Amel Sami wins Esther Unsung Hero Award 2021

Amel Sami, a PhD student at Teagasc Moorepark & University College Cork, was recently awarded the Esther Ireland Unsung Hero Award for 2021. This award is presented to individuals who have shown consistent and unshakable commitment to health partnerships between Irish institutions & counterparts

22 November 2021

Newly funded project to investigate the use of phage to treat infections in pigs

PhageSUAS- “Improved Pig Health through the Novel Application of SynBio in Phage Therapy” is a newly funded project led by Teagasc’s Dr John Kenny, with partners at University College Cork, Queen’s University Belfast and the University of Madison-Wisconsin. Over €340,000 was awarded to the research

21 November 2021

Introduction to Sensory Principles: An accredited training course for the food industry

Teagasc Food Industry Development are running a virtual, interactive training course “Introduction to Sensory Principles” for the food industry on 1st & 8th of December. This is the first sensory food science course in Ireland, accredited by the Institute of Food Science & Technology, IFST (UK).

20 November 2021

Dublin Farmers win Newbie New Entrant Competition 2021 Welgro Produce Ltd

Welgro Produce located in Rush Co Dublin has been selected as the winner of the third Irish Newbie new entrant competition. Welgro established by Shane Halpin, Sean Weldon and Gary Weldon is one of only two commercial cucumber growers in Ireland.

19 November 2021

Meet Nicole – an ISH young breeder

Nicole Groyer grew up in Naul, North Co. Dublin surrounded by animals and horses on her grandfather's farm. Her interest in horses began from an early age when her mother took Nicole to local agricultural shows, hunts and annually visited the RDS Dublin Horse Show.

18 November 2021

Four Teagasc Researchers Included on the 2021 Clarivate list of Highly Cited Researchers

Four Teagasc researchers have been named on the annual Highly Cited Researchers list from Clarivate for 2021. This highly anticipated list identifies researchers who demonstrated significant influence in their field, through the publication of multiple highly cited papers during the last decade.

16 November 2021

How to eat and exercise your way to healthy ageing

Many of us first think about healthy ageing the day we turn 65, but age-related changes in our bodies start long before that. This article by Teagasc Researchers Caoileann Murphy and Sinéad McCarthy, first appeared on RTÉ Brainstorm recently

15 November 2021

Official Opening Ceremony for Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens, Wexford

Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue T.D., was joined by some descendants of former staff of the Johnstown Castle Estate from 100 years ago, in celebrating the official opening of the majestic Johnstown Castle Estate, Museum & Gardens in County Wexford last week.

15 November 2021

Seaweed supplementation to reduce methane emissions in ruminants

Researchers at Teagasc are investigating whether the addition of native seaweeds and seaweed extracts to the ruminant diet can reduce methane emissions. Dr Maria Hayes explains more to presenter Jonathan McCrea on “10 Things to Know About…Seaweed”, airing tonight on RTÉ One Television at 8:30pm.

13 November 2021

Let's Talk Equine Webinar: Understanding equine colic and minimising its occurrence

Wendy Conlon, Teagasc Equine Specialist was joined by Warren Schofield of Lisadell Equine Hospital for the latest episode in the Let's Talk Equine Webinar Series, which took place on Tuesday, 2nd November 2021.

12 November 2021

New National Agricultural Sustainability Research and Innovation Centre announced

A new National Agricultural Sustainability Research & Innovation Centre (NASRIC) is to be established at Teagasc Johnstown Castle. Minister for Agriculture, Food & the Marine, Charlie McConalogue TD has announced that DAFM is providing Teagasc with the required funding (€9m)

12 November 2021

Trails and Tales - Jenkinstown Wood

On Saturday 14th November at 8am join Teagasc Forestry Advisor Michael Somers for an interesting walk through the forest at Jenkinstown Wood. Find out about the wonders of the woodlands and benefits of forestry to our lives. It's an early start to end Science Week. Check out free registration here

11 November 2021

Meet Conor - an ISH young breeder

Conor Wixted grew up near Sixmilebridge, Co. Clare with a deep-rooted love for horses. Conor was exceptionally close to being selected for team participation at World Championships, more than once, and won the overall senior section of the National Young Breeders competition 2019. Find out more

09 November 2021

Creating Our Future

I’m sure you have seen or heard ads for the Creating Our Future initiative, which is a campaign being run by the government of Ireland to find out from the public what they think we should be doing scientific research on in the future.

09 November 2021

Digesting the Research- How do fruit and veg affect our digestive system?

Every cell in our body requires fuel to function. When we eat food, we get energy from carbohydrates, fats and proteins – these are called macronutrients. On top of that, food, especially fruit and veg, have a number of other micronutrients. Find out What’s New in Fruit & Veg from Teagasc scientists

09 November 2021

Today's Farm - November/December 2021

The November/December edition of our bi-monthly magazine is now available online. There is a focus on business, production, environment and countryside issues. Organic farming is highlighted. Reducing the risk of TB, winter milk diets and lowering emissions are among the topics covered.

08 November 2021

Generating bioplastics using haemoglobin from blood

On “10 Things to Know About … Blood”, airing tonight, Monday, 8 November, on RTÉ One Television at 8:30pm, presenter Aoibhinn Ní Shúilleabháin will meet Teagasc Researchers, Dr Anne Maria Mullen and Dr Carlos Alvarez, who have developed a method to generate bioplastics using haemoglobin from blood.

07 November 2021

Agriculture Climate Targets Challenging but Achievable

Teagasc is committed to continue its research and advisory programme supporting farmers to meet the reduction targets for greenhouse gas emissions set in the Government’s Climate Action Plan.

07 November 2021

Making the most of what you have!

Here Bernie Leahy, Drystock Advisor, Teagasc Galway considers The Parable of the Talents in the Bible, and likens it to Teagasc initiatives such as Signpost Programme and Farm Diversification which encourage farmers to be efficient, not wasteful, changing practices for the sake of the environment

05 November 2021

Winner of ‘Our forests in autumn' Category of Teagasc Forest Photo Competition Announced

The Teagasc Forestry Development Department today, Friday, 5 November 2021, announced the prize winners in category 1 of its ongoing forest photo competition ‘Celebrating Our Forests and Wood Use’.

04 November 2021

Meet Sharon an Irish Sport Horse young breeder

Sharon Mannion, Windgap Stud, Doon, Co. Offaly is an enthusiastic Irish Draught breeder. There were always Irish Draught horses on the family dairy & sheep farm now the main enterprise today. Sharon’s experience of the ISH Young Breeder training programme gave her valuable experience as she explains

04 November 2021

Science Week 2021 - Trails and Tales

On Sunday 7th November at 8 am join Teagasc Forestry Advisor, Michael Somers, for an interesting walk in the forest. Find out about the wonders of the woodlands & benefits of forestry in our lives. It's an early start to Science Week but you get to enjoy the perks! Check out free registration here.

04 November 2021

Options for Organic Tillage Growers - Webinar

On Wednesday, 27th October, Elaine Leavy and Joe Kelleher, Teagasc Organic Specialists hosted the second in a series of Autumn Organic Webinars which focused on options for organic tillage growers.

02 November 2021

GLAS Funding allows Restoration of Clare Farm Outbuildings

Co. Clare suckler farmer Denis Clair, a GLAS participant was eligible to apply to the Heritage Council for the DAFM-funded Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme, to restore & repair a number of historic outbuildings on his farm as Michael Dillon, Teagasc Advisor Kilrush and Helen Devitt outline

02 November 2021

Healthy Workplaces Lighten the Load

Last week was European Week for Safety & Health at Work themed: ‘Healthy Workplaces Lighten the Load’ - part of the Healthy Workplaces Campaign 2020-22. Francis Bligh & John McNamara, Teagasc Health and Safety Specialists take this opportunity to advise on avoiding work-related injury on the farm

01 November 2021

Antimicrobial resistance to feature on ‘10 Things to Know About’ TV Programme

The TV programme, ‘10 Things to Know About … Outdoor Living’, which will broadcast tonight at 8.30PM on RTÉ One will address the topic of Antimicrobial resistance. Teagasc Food Safety researcher, Dr Kaye Burgess will discuss the AREST project - focused on antimicrobial resistance and the environment

01 November 2021

Let's Talk Equine Webinar - Understanding equine colic and minimising its occurrence

Join Wendy Conlon, Teagasc Equine Specialist tomorrow night, Tuesday, 2nd November for the latest webinar in the Let's Talk Equine Webinar Series. This webinar is on the topic of Understanding equine colic and minimising its occurrence. Register here to join the webinar.

31 October 2021

Science Week 2021 - The Festival of Farming and Food

We invite you to join us for an unmissable series of virtual and in-person events for Science Week 2021, which takes place from 7 November to 14 November, as part of ‘The Festival of Farming and Food’, run by Teagasc.

31 October 2021

Halloween - What do you know?

With Halloween upon us, Teagasc Daily asks the question: What do you know about pumpkins, bats and turnips? On Oíche Shamhna (Halloween night) long before pumpkin carving, the humble turnip was traditionally carved out. And hear what Éanna Ní Lamhna has to say on bats on the Environment Edge podcast

31 October 2021

The Bioeconomy to 2030: A Researcher’s Perspective - Webinar

“The Bioeconomy to 2030: A Researcher’s Perspective” webinar took place on 20 October, which organised as part of Bioeconomy Ireland Week 2021. In this webinar, Teagasc researchers reflected on their work to date on the bioeconomy as well as looking to the future and the impact they aim to achieve.

29 October 2021

Meet Vera an Irish Sport Horse Young Breeder

Vera O’Callaghan grew up near Macroom in Co. Cork and has been interested in ponies and horses from a very young age. From as early as five years old she participated in events, starting out at the local agricultural show in lead rein classes and from there progressed on to pony club events.

28 October 2021

Organic Dairy Farm Open Day on the banks of the River Barrow

Joe & Alicia Whitty have been farming organically for 14 years now, but the biggest change to their farming system came in 2015 when they converted their mixed beef/pigs and tillage operation to organic dairying. The Whitty family hold an organic farm walk on Wednesday November 3rd at 11am.

27 October 2021

Teagasc hosts NEFERTITI cross visit

NEFERTITI is an EU Horizon 2020 project aiming to network European demonstration farms to enhance cross fertilisation and innovation uptake through demonstration and peer to peer learning. Twenty six farmers, advisors and researchers from six NEFERTITI partner countries visited Ireland recently.

25 October 2021

Gurteen College Open Day

Gurteen College is hosting an open day for prospective applicants to its course offerings on Wednesday, 27th October from 10:30am - 12:30pm. Advanced booking is essential to attend in person. Find out more here.

24 October 2021

Options for Organic Tillage Growers

The second in a series of Autumn organic webinars, hosted by the Teagasc Organic Specialists, takes place on Wednesday, 27 October at 7:30pm and focuses on Options for Organic Tillage Growers. Register here

23 October 2021

Dan Geaney - ISH Young Breeders Programme

Dan Geaney grew up in Castleisland, Co. Kerry. His whole family are immersed in horses. His grandfather, Donal Geaney, most notably bred two time Olympic Eventer (2008 & 2012), and Olympic team gold winner in 2008, Mr Medicott. Dan shares his personal experiences of the ISH Young Breeders Programme

23 October 2021

Avail of TAMS - deadline approaching

The next tranche of the Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS) closes on November 5th. There is a 40% grant available to all farmers with a herd number and 60% available to qualified Young Farmers under 40 years of age. Conor Dobson, Teagasc Advisor Longford outlines the benefits to you

23 October 2021

The Signpost Series - Implications of climate neutrality for agriculture, land use & forestry in Ireland

On this episode of The Signpost Series, which took place on Friday, 8 October, Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department was joined by Dr. David Styles, University of Limerick to discuss the implications of climate neutrality for agriculture, land use & forestry in Ireland.

21 October 2021

Managing BYDV Risk

Planting a mix of crops, having a range of sowing dates and applying fungicides to control disease are all examples of how tillage farmers can manage risk to their income. This autumn has demonstrated how people view risk. Ciaran Collins, Teagasc Crops Specialist has advice on BYDV risk management

20 October 2021

Dr Anne-Marie Butler is the New Head of Teagasc Education

Dr Anne-Marie Butler commenced her role as Head of Teagasc Education programme this week. Dr Butler will lead the Teagasc education programme, delivered through the agriculture & horticulture colleges, Teagasc education centres, and in collaboration with the Universities & Institutes of Technology

20 October 2021

Transferring the Family Farm Online Clinic - Part Two

On part two of the Transferring the Family Farm clinic, Deborah Dwyer from the Citizens Information Board made two presentations, firstly looking at the Nursing Home Support Scheme (Fair Deal) and secondly she discussed the state Pensions (contributory and non-contributory).

20 October 2021

Bioeconomy Week Ireland 2021

As part of Bioeconomy Ireland Week 2021 (18th to 22nd October) Teagasc, in collaboration with the Department of Agriculture, Food and Marine (DAFM), Munster Technological University, UCD, Trinity College Dublin, and the Irish Bioeconomy Foundation will present a series of maps on the bioeconomy

18 October 2021

Éanna Ní Lamhna on bats and how farmers can improve their habitats

With Halloween fast approaching, one of Ireland’s most recognisable voices Éanna Ní Lamhna joins Deirdre Glynn and Cathal Somers on the latest Environment Edge podcast to discuss all things bats.

17 October 2021

Apply now for ISH Young Breeders Programme

Have you an avid interest in assessing, exhibiting, and breeding performance horses? The ISH Young Breeders programme, a joint programme between Teagasc & Horse Sport Ireland could be for you. It is aimed at those between the ages of 15 to 25 years of age and is now open to participants. Apply here

16 October 2021

Do health when you are Young

On the final day of Ag Mental Health Week John McNamara, Teagasc Health & Safety Specialist looks at the health priorities of young farmers & advises that the younger the age that you start adopting health gain practices the better. He discusses Irish research in the last of his four articles

14 October 2021

Teagasc support for Suckler Producers

Addressing concerns raised by beef farmers in recent weeks, Teagasc Authority Chairman, Liam Herlihy said; “Teagasc policy is to support all farmers with the enterprise and production system they select for their farm by providing them with the information they need based on independent research

14 October 2021

Securing Positive Mental Health in Farming

Ag Mental Health Week runs to Saturday, Oct 16. This week Teagasc Daily brings you short articles from John McNamara, Teagasc Health & Safety Specialist, reminding farmers and all working in agriculture of the importance of mental health awareness. Article 3 focus is: Securing Positive Mental Health

13 October 2021

Don’t feel Impregnable - look after your Health

Ag Mental Health Week runs from Oct 10 to Saturday, Oct 16. All this week Teagasc Daily will bring you series of 4 short articles from John McNamara Teagasc Health & Safety Specialist, reminding farmers and all working in agriculture of the importance of mental health awareness. Read the second here

13 October 2021

Let's Talk Equine - How does DNA testing support Equine Breeders?

Wendy Conlon, Teagasc Equine Specialist was joined by Romy Morrin-O’Donnell of Weatherbys Scientific laboratories for the latest webinar in the Let's Talk Equine Webinar Series, which took place on Tuesday 5th October 2021.

13 October 2021

Helping farmers health & well-being

As part of Ag mental health week Conor Hammersley Teagasc PhD Walsh scholar joins Catherine Egan on this week’s Beef Edge podcast to discuss the findings of his study as part of the ‘On Feirm Ground’ project. 

12 October 2021

It's Ag Mental Health Week 2021

Mental Health Week began on Sunday, Oct 10 and runs until Saturday, Oct 16. During this week Teagasc Daily will bring you series of short articles from John McNamara, Teagasc Health & Safety Specialist, reminding farmers and all working in agriculture of the importance of mental health awareness

12 October 2021

Transferring the Family Farm Online Clinic - Part 2

Teagasc is holding the second of two Teagasc Transferring the Family Farm Online Seminars, tomorrow Wednesday 13th October at 7.30pm. Expert speakers will explain all you need to know about succession and inheritance when transferring the family farm. Don't miss this. Find out more and Register here

11 October 2021

Teagasc and Dairy Sustainability Ireland publish ASSAP interim report

The second Agricultural Sustainability Support and Advisory Programme (ASSAP) interim report was published recently. The ASSAP programme is a key part of a wider government and community effort to improve water quality in 190 selected priority areas for action (PAA’s) around the country.

10 October 2021

Launch of Irish Soil Moisture Monitoring Network (ISMON)

A new Irish Soil Moisture Monitoring Network (ISMON) is being established. The announcement was made by AgMet, the Joint Working Group on Applied Agricultural Meteorology.

10 October 2021

Projected higher costs to hit Tillage margins in 2022

Tillage farmers are facing a potentially large decrease in margins for 2022 compared to 2021 due to increasing costs, especially the extraordinary increase in fertiliser prices, a return to trend yields and reflecting forward grain prices. Beans is now very competitive against cereal crops

10 October 2021

The Signpost Series - 'What's the Story with our Bogs?' and the European Carbon Farming Initiative

On this episode of The Signpost Series, which took place on Friday, 1 October, Pat Murphy, Head of Environment Knowledge Transfer Department, Teagasc was joined by Dr Douglas McMillan, Chair of the Green Restoration Ireland (GRI) Cooperative to discuss what’s the story with our Bogs?

08 October 2021

Happy World Egg Day 2021

Happy World Egg Day 2021 from Teagasc Poultry. Today Friday 8 October, Teagasc joins egg fans worldwide to celebrate the power of the egg and all its nutritional and environmental benefits. Learn about Free Range Egg Production, the Let's Talk Poultry Webinar Series & Rebecca Tierney Poultry Advisor

07 October 2021

Teagasc launches Forestry Photo Competition

To help mark today as SPAR National Tree Day, the Teagasc Forestry Development Department, in conjunction with the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, is delighted to launch a forest photo competition running over October and November 2021.

07 October 2021

Food Innovation Gateways: Innovative Drying - Online Event

The next Food Innovation Gateways event: Innovative Drying – Technologies and Analytics for High Quality, Sustainable Products will take place from 9am -1pm on Tuesday 26th October 2021. This virtual event will present the latest concepts and innovations in drying technologies and Teagasc research

05 October 2021

Transferring the Family Farm Online Clinic - Part 1

Teagasc is holding the first of two Teagasc Transferring the Family Farm Online Seminars, tomorrow Wednesday 6th October at 7.30pm. Expert speakers will explain all you need to know about succession and inheritance when transferring the family farm. Find out more and Register here

05 October 2021

11th Infogest Webinar on Food Digestion

The next INFOGEST Webinar on Food Digestion will take place on the 6th October 2021. The theme of the webinar is “Food Allergies and Food Digestion”, featuring guest speaker Professor Clare Mills from the University of Manchester. The webinar will be hosted by Dr André Brodkorb of Teagasc Moorepark.

03 October 2021

Sustainable Energy and Investments in the Horticulture Sector Webinar

Donal Gernon and Dónall Flanagan, Teagasc Horticulture Development Department hosted a webinar on Thursday, 23 September which focused on Sustainable Energy and Investments in the Horticulture Sector. They were joined by Declan McEvoy, IFAC and Ray Langton, SEAI.

02 October 2021

Ireland’s oldest agri college

Based 50km from Galway city, Mountbellew Agri College was Ireland’s first agricultural college having been established in 1904. Irish Tractor & Agri spoke with principal Dr Edna Curley recently to learn more about the courses on offer and how the college was faring in these unprecedented times

01 October 2021

Commuting before the pandemic

As some of us return to the work and college after 18 months of working from home, the September Map of the Month looks at pre-pandemic commuting patterns – highlighting how important regional towns are. It is interesting to think how the next survey of commuting will differ.

01 October 2021

Professor Frank O’Mara takes over as Teagasc Director

Professor Frank O’Mara commenced his new role as Director of Teagasc today, Friday, 1 October. The appointment was made by the Teagasc Authority in July with the consent of the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue TD.

01 October 2021

Designing a sheep shed: Factsheet & Video

In this video & factsheet on Designing a sheep shed, Teagasc advisor, Edward Egan explains how the layout of a sheep shed should be planned before it’s built. He also explains how the layout of existing sheep sheds should be reviewed each year before the winter housing period.

30 September 2021

Kildalton College Open Day - on tomorrow

Kildalton College is hosting an open day for prospective applicants to its course offerings on Friday, 1st October. Tours start at 10am & 11am. Find out how to book your place to attend here.

30 September 2021

Ballyhaise College Open Day - on tomorrow

Ballyhaise Agricultural College is hosting an open day for prospective applicants to its course offerings on Friday, 1st October from 10am - 1pm. Find out how to book your place to attend here.

30 September 2021

Let's Talk Equine Webinar - How does DNA testing support Equine Breeders?

‘Let’s Talk Equine’ returns after a short break. Equine breeders can learn more about how DNA testing can support them by joining the Teagasc ‘Let’s Talk Equine’ webinar at 8.30pm on Tuesday 5th October. Register here in advance

28 September 2021

Fás agus Bainisiú féir – Grass growth and measurement

Inniu buaileann Joanne Masterson le Martin Mulkerrins agus a dhearthair Diarmuid, agus pléann said fás agus bainistiú féir – Today Joanne Masterson, Teagasc Athenry meets with Martin Mulkerrins & his brother Diarmuid to discuss grass growth & management in the "Farming in the Moycullen Gaeltacht"

28 September 2021

Teagasc advisors first in Europe to achieve new European Certificate

Two Teagasc advisors are the first in Europe to be awarded the European CECRA certificate. Marie Flynn, Dairy Advisor based in Moorepark advisory office and Cian Condon, Drystock & Goat advisor based in Teagasc Manorhamilton were presented with their certificates by Teagasc KT Director Dr Stan Lalor

27 September 2021

Comeragh Hill Sheep Farmers secures Biodiversity Funding

The Teagasc Comeragh Hill Sheep Discussion Group was awarded €118,720 for a one-year project. The group comprises 14 farmer members whose sheep graze over 4,000 hectares of the Comeragh mountains. The award was made in June by DAFM using the EIP model; it's focus is on promoting biodiversity

27 September 2021

Apply now for Pilot Soil Sampling Programme

Today, Monday 27th September sees the opening of a pilot Soil Sampling and Analysis Programme. This is a farm level soil sampling & analysis initiative which will provide farmers and their advisors with comprehensive details about the soil health and condition on their farms. Read how to apply here

26 September 2021

The opening of the National Food Innovation Hub at Teagasc Moorepark

The National Food Innovation Hub at Teagasc Moorepark was officially opened by An Taoiseach Micheál Martin on Friday 17th September. It provides secure, confidential, office & lab spaces for food companies to establish a research base, collaborations and more. Watch the opening video here

26 September 2021

Creating an amenity hedge near a rural house

Paddy Smith, Lecturer, Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture, National Botanic Gardens, has advice here on creating an amenity hedge near a rural house as bareroot season approaches and hedgerow planting takes place.

26 September 2021

The role of multi species swards on Irish organic farms - Webinar

On Wednesday, 22nd September, Joe Kelleher and Elaine Leavy, Teagasc Organic Specialists were joined by Thomas Moloney, DLF and Kevin O’Hanlon, Organic dairy farmer for the first in a series of Autumn Organic Webinars which focused on the role of multi species swards on Irish organic farms.

25 September 2021

Teagasc Director’s Remarks at Dublin Economics Workshop

The outgoing Director of Teagasc, Professor Gerry Boyle said on 24 September, that he profoundly regrets that his unscripted response to a question at a recent Dublin Economics Workshop has caused such considerable annoyance and offence to so many beef producers & advisory colleagues within Teagasc.

24 September 2021

Microbiology for non-microbiologists- training course from Teagasc Food Industry Development

On 7th and 14th October, Teagasc will run a virtual training workshop, part-funded by the Rural Food Skillnet, that will be of interest to food businesses and producers who would like to learn more about the essentials of food microbiology, interpreting lab reports, food expiry dates and more.

23 September 2021

Minister Heydon views sustainability research in Teagasc Johnstown Castle

Environmental sustainability is now central to all agricultural production in Ireland. Never before has there been more ask for technologies and tools for agriculture to meet the environmental challenges. These societal challenges are at the heart of research in Teagasc Johnstown Castle

23 September 2021

The dark mysteries of the soil beneath our feet

Soil is a complex matrix and its chemical composition often depends on the location in the landscape, the parent material underneath, and the influence of the management above. This article by Senior Research Officer, Dr Karen Daly, Teagasc Johnstown Castle first appeared on RTÉ Brainstorm last week

19 September 2021

“It’s like admitting you are a failure”: Male farmer mental health help-seeking limited by Masculinity and Identity

Irish male farmers experience some of the highest levels of adverse health outcomes relative to other occupations – particularly in relation to heart disease, cancers and mental health. Despite this, many farmers do not seek help until their illness reaches crisis point. Read a recent Irish study..

15 September 2021

Winners announced of Teagasc Dairy Photo competition

An exciting photo competition was run in the lead up to the 2021 Teagasc Moorepark Open Day, inviting entrants to upload a photo illustrating what they love about Irish dairying in order to show the many reasons why dairy farming is an attractive career.

11 September 2021

Today's Farm - September/October 2021

The September/October edition of our bi-monthly magazine is now available online. The main focus of this edition is on Teagasc Moorepark research. It also has articles on autumn weed control in cereals; succession planning; finishing cattle earlier; Connemara/ Mayo Blackface sheep; and more.

05 September 2021

Setting up a Glamping Business

Glamping pods, wigwams or yurts provide what holidaymakers view as a trendy, rustic experience in an unusual or unique structure, while ensuring a comfortable, safe environment. Following a second stay-at-home summer, Barry Caslin Teagasc, Rural Economy, has advice on setting up a glamping business

04 September 2021

Rathcroghan EIP - Engaging farmers in European Innovation Partnerships

European Innovation Partnerships (EIPs) are testing new forms of knowledge exchange and innovative learning. Luke Clogher, Teagasc and Monica Gorman, UCD, consider Farming Rathcroghan Project EIP-Agri, that aims to enhance farming, archaeology and agri-tourism in a unique archaeological landscape

02 September 2021

Structured for success?

TEAGASC Researchers Tracy Bradfield Walsh PhD Scholar and Emma Dillon Senior Researcher Rural Economy & Development, together with Robert Butler and Thia Hennessy of UCC, examined the impact of land structure on the economic performance of dairy farms. Their policy recommendations are discussed here

02 September 2021

Developing Rural Ireland - A History of the Irish Agricultural Advisory Services

A new book that documents the history of the Irish agricultural advisory services and its role in developing rural Ireland, was launched at a virtual event at Teagasc, Oak Park, Carlow, yesterday, Wednesday 1 September.

31 August 2021

Weigh Safely for BEEP-S

Peter Mullan, Teagasc Advisor Manorhamilton, issues a BEEP -S reminder to farmers to ensure to weigh BOTH cows & calves BEFORE calves are weaned. Peter has excellent advice for keeping the handler and animal safe in the weighing process and when handling cattle in general. He refers to TAMS aid also

29 August 2021

Rural housing density in Ireland - Map of the Month

The August Map of the Month, created by Researchers David Meredith, Rob O’Hara and Jesko Zimmermann looks at the density of rural dwellings in Ireland. It clearly shows the impact of the road network, proximity to towns and cities, and general topography on residential housing density.

28 August 2021

Contract Rearing Sport Horses

Contract rearing is when an equine owner hires another farmer on contract to raise horses. Farmers typically take stock on as foals, sending them back to the original farm after a specified period. Dr Alan M. Hurley, Teagasc Grange provides some information on the contract rearing of sport horses.

27 August 2021

Farm Forestry in Ireland

A farm forest provides many benefits, both financially and environmentally/socially. Forest options that can be incorporated on the farm include commercial conifers, broadleaves, native woodland, agroforestry and ‘forest for fibre’. Tom Houlihan, Forestry Specialist provides more information.

27 August 2021

The Signpost Series Webinar - The Hen Harrier Project

On this episode of The Signpost Series, which took place on Friday, 30th July, Pat Murphy, Head of Teagasc Environment KT Programme was joined by Fergal Monaghan, Project Manager for the Hen Harrier Programme to discuss the Hen Harrier Project.

26 August 2021

Farm Safety Partnership launch action plan for 2021 - 2024

The Farm Safety Partnership Advisory Committee (FSPAC), an advisory committee to the Board of the Health and Safety Authority (HSA), recently published its latest Action Plan for 2021-2024, which aims to reduce the level of fatalities, serious injuries and ill health in the agriculture sector.

26 August 2021

Organic Cereals

The area devoted to organic cereal production in Ireland is relatively small, according to Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) figures. However, there is a strong demand from other organic farmers and cereal processors for home-produced grain. Is it an option for you?

21 August 2021

Research Insights Webinar - Increasing energy use efficiency on Irish farms

On a recent Teagasc Research Insights webinar Pat Dillon, Head of Animal and Grassland Research and Innovation, was joined by John Upton, Researcher; Ger McCutcheon, Pig Development and Barry Caslin, Energy & Rural Development Specialist to discuss increasing energy use efficiency on Irish farms

20 August 2021

Goats don't like the rain!

Goats don’t like the rain. Marion Roeleveld, Killeen Farmhouse Cheese had goats out grazing, but when it rained they would run back into the shed. They were very bad grazers and very susceptible to parasites. Anne Kinsella, Teagasc Rural Economy, brings us this insight into making goat's cheese

20 August 2021

Cleaning on pig farms

Teagasc researchers Shilpi Misra, Corina E. van Middelaar, John Upton and Keelin O’Driscoll evaluated different washing and disinfection methods on pig farms. No difference in both water use and bacterial load was found; power washing without pre-soaking or detergent was the simplest method.

20 August 2021

Appreciating The Heritage of Hedges

Hedges give character to farms, townlands, parishes and counties, making them distinct from other areas. Hedges evoke history and folklore. On National Heritage Week, Catherine Keena & Michael Somers remind us of the Kickham Tree Project in Tipperary, which preserves the legacy of Charles Kickham

20 August 2021

Forest fungi

Exotic mushrooms produced from hardwood logs can be an extra income earner on many broadleaf forests. The demand for edible wild mushrooms is rapidly increasing. Most of the exotic mushrooms on sale in restaurants and supermarkets in Ireland are imported. Michael Somers, Forestry Advisor has details

19 August 2021

Teagasc celebrates National Heritage Week

National Heritage Week takes place from 14th - 22nd August. Teagasc is marking the week by dedicating 2 Signpost Series webinars to the topics: Archaeology & Farming and Traditional Farm Buildings. Read more here on how to access these webinars and to find out more about Teagasc Heritage resources

19 August 2021

UCC/Teagasc Postgraduate Certificate in Dairy Technology and Innovation open for registration

The Level 9 Postgraduate Certificate in Dairy Technology and Innovation, a University College Cork and Teagasc collaboration, is open for registration for the 2021/2022 academic year. This Postgraduate Certificate is targeted at those working or hoping to work in the food, agri-food or dairy sector

18 August 2021

Are you a successful new entrant to farming or have you diversified your farm business?

The Teagasc, NEWBIE new entrant competition for 2021 is now open for entries. The competition is open to newcomers to farming, successors and farmers who have diversified their enterprise. Find out how to enter here

16 August 2021

Teagasc and UCC Host International Animal Welfare Science Conference

The 8th International Conference on the Assessment of Animal Welfare at Farm and Group Level (WAFL), with over 350 delegates from 32 countries attending through its virtual platform, was officially opened today by Professor Gerry Boyle, Teagasc Director and Professor John O'Halloran, UCC President

08 August 2021

Official Launch of 'A Man with a Mission' Dr. Tom Walsh

A new book has been published which documents the life and times of one of Ireland's most distinguished agricultural scientists, Dr. Tom Walsh, the first Director of An Foras Taluntais (AFT), the predecessor of Teagasc. The official launch of the book took place virtually on Tuesday, 20 July 2021.

03 August 2021

Work Safely with Cattle

Well designed and maintained handling facilities are essential for the safe handling of cattle and prevention of injury to handlers. Under TAMS both permanent and temporary cattle handling facilities can be applied for.

01 August 2021

Why farm soils cause greenhouse gas emissions - and how to fix it

Hands up who is interested in soil? Anyone? Anyone at all? Tumbleweeds might roll past unless you are addressing a room full of avid gardeners and land managers. This article by Rosie O'Neill, Teagasc Walsh Scholar first appeared on RTÉ Brainstorm.

31 July 2021

Soil Sealing in Ireland

The July Map of the Month looks at the important issue of soil sealing in Ireland. Soil sealing is where the ground is covered with an artificial impervious layer - such as concrete. The map was produced as part of the new Terrain-AI project.

30 July 2021

Child Safety on Farms

With the on-going easing of restrictions, children may be attending summer camps & meeting friends. However, children will still be spending more time on farms during their holiday time and Jacinta O' Neill, Teagasc Advisor Westport, reminds us that the farmyard is not a playground here

29 July 2021

Positive farm price developments signal boost to farm incomes in 2021

Improving farm output prices are likely to provide an increase in farm incomes in 2021, in spite of rising input prices, according to the Mid Year Outlook for 2021 produced by Teagasc economists.

28 July 2021

Winner of the Teagasc / FBD Student of the Year Award Announced

The 2020 national winner of the Teagasc/FBD Student of the Year award is Deirdre McMahon, Leagh North, Kinvara, County Galway. Deirdre was also the dairy category winner. Congratulations Deirdre! Find out about all the winners and finalists here and watch back on the Awards ceremony

27 July 2021

Male Farmer Diets associated with Poor Health

Being overweight/obese is an increasing public health issue in Ireland and internationally. An Irish study of male farmers’ diets and weight management showed that 62% of farmers were overweight/obese. The study revealed a number of other concerns regarding the poor health of male farmers.

27 July 2021

This is Dairying - Photo Competition

We know Irish dairy farmers are passionate about what they do and we want to celebrate their hard work by giving away some prizes. There's €500 for the winner plus runner up prizes. All you have to do is show us what you love about Irish dairying by submitting a photograph. You can enter here

27 July 2021

TResearch Summer 2021

TResearch is an official science publication of Teagasc. It aims to disseminate the results of the organisation’s research to a broad audience. The Summer Edition of TResearch has a special feature on the living soil; Invisible lines; Circular protein; and Competitive without quotas.

26 July 2021

Sustainable soil management to unleash soil biodiversity potential and increase environmental, economic and social wellbeing

In June 2021, the Horizon 2020 project, SOILGUARD, held its inaugural meeting online, kicking off its project activities. Twenty-five trans-disciplinar project partners from 17 countries came together to share the project goals, expectations and results to be achieved during the next 4 years.

26 July 2021

Sun Smart Tips for Dairy Farmers

Barbara McGrogan from the Irish Cancer Society joins Emma-Louise Coffey on this week’s Dairy Edge with tips and advice on how to be Sun Smart and protect ourselves against skin cancers.

25 July 2021

Let's Talk Poultry Webinar: Layer Management - Back to Basics

Host Rebecca Tierney, Teagasc Poultry Advisor was joined by Robbie Hagwood, poultry consultant on a recent Let's Talk Poultry webinar which took place on Wednesday, 14 July to discuss layer management – back to basics.

24 July 2021

The Production of Ice Cream

Since the turn of the century and the development of the ice cream cone, the worldwide growth in consumption has been phenomenal, with over 12 billion litres of ice cream consumed each year in the USA and China alone. The Teagasc Food Industry Development Department have more information.

24 July 2021

Let's Talk Equine - Producing Connemara Ponies and Irish Draughts for show success & commercial returns

Wendy Conlon, Teagasc Equine Specialist was joined by Victoria Teuton Performance Coach and Joe Burke Cloonisle Stud for the latest webinar in the Let's Talk Equine Series, which took place on Tuesday, 6th July 2021

23 July 2021

Safety around livestock

As farm safety week draws to a close today Peter Mullan, Teagasc Advisor issues a reminder to farmers to mind your health by staying safe around livestock and gives tips on

23 July 2021

Oak - King of the Forest

The oak has long been regarded as the King of the Forest. It's one of the most striking features in the Irish landscape. Many townlands are named after it, and also, two Irish counties, Derry and Kildare, are derived from the Gaelic word dair. Michael Somers, Forestry Advisor has an interesting read

23 July 2021

Pig Newsletter - July 2021

The latest newsletter from the Teagasc Pig team focuses on the important topic of farm health and safety to mark Farm Safety Week 2021. The newsletter contains a number of articles on farm safety, well worth a read for all producers and staff.

23 July 2021

Farmers Have Hearts - Your Cardiovascular Health

The theme of the final day of Farm Safety Week is Your Health. So it is timely today to look at the Farmers Have Hearts Cardiovascular Health Programme. Dr. Noel Richardson (IT Carlow) offers some good advice on diet and food nutrition to improve the health of farmers in a must-watch video here

23 July 2021

Farmer Health and Wellbeing

John McNamara, Teagasc Farm Safety Specialist looks at stress and Well-being in this video, along with Carlow IT Staff. Springtime can be a particularly stressful time of year. It's important to manage stress. So now this summer take the opportunity to rest, recover and make some time for relaxation

23 July 2021

Teagasc Pig Research Farm Update - 23rd July 2021

In this month’s Teagasc Pig Research Facility update Farm Manager Tomás Ryan, talks us through the unit performance year to date. With Farm Safety Week in mind, Tomas talks to us about some of the proactive health and safety activities he undertakes on farm.

23 July 2021

Manage your Health - It's Essential for Lifestyle and to Farm Effectively

Health is essential for your lifestyle and to farm effectively. Poor health is associated with increased farm injuries and lowered farm income due to being less able to farm effectively. This is why Teagasc promotes the ‘Total Worker Health' model in its Statement of Strategy.

22 July 2021

Keeping the elderly safe on farm

Protecting the public is today's theme in Farm Safety week so Áine Butler, Teagasc Advisor takes a look at Keeping the elderly safe on farm. Teagasc Farm Safety Specialists Francis Bligh and John Mc Namara have important safety tips also

22 July 2021

Protecting yourself from Infectious diseases

All farm animals naturally carry a number of organisms which can be transferred to humans and cause ill health. As part of Farm Safety Week Seán Doorley, Teagasc Advisor Castlerea, highlights ways to improve good farm hygiene to try to prevent the spread of disease from animals to humans.

22 July 2021

The Importance of a Tidy Farmyard

Having a well kept farmyard is beneficial to both work efficiency and safety. Over the past 10 years the HSA reported 29 farm deaths due to collapses and falls. The major areas associated were slips & trips, bales falling and falling from a height. Penny Gavin Teagasc Walsh Scholar has tidy tips

22 July 2021

Safety at Silage Appeal

During the hot weather of Farm Safety Week coinciding with peak harvesting and transporting of silage on Irish farms, Brendan Garry, Teagasc Ballinrobe issues a timely safety at silage appeal. There is extra machinery on our roads and farms so extra caution is needed by all parties.

22 July 2021

Taking Care in the Countryside

Irish farmers work very hard each day, managing their animals & crops. This is done while also maintaining habitats, protecting watercourses & supporting their communities. Teagasc Health & Safety Specialists John McNamara & Francis Bligh have advice for farmers on how to keep the countryside safe.

21 July 2021

Quad Safety on farm

As part of Farm Safety Week, David McLaughlin, a hill sheep farmer in Co. Donegal talks about safety when using his quad while farming. David advises to keep your eye on the ground, not on the sheep. Watch as David demonstrates in this short video

21 July 2021

Farm Safety Tips from Beef Farmer, Tommy Holmes

As part of Farm Safety Week, beef farmer Tommy Holmes from Co. Mayo, discusses farm safety on his farm along with his Teagasc advisor Tom Kelly, Teagasc Ballina on this week’s Beef Edge podcast.

21 July 2021

Winners Announced from the ‘Farm Safely with Jessy’ Competition

Teagasc have announced the winners of their ‘Farm Safely with Jessy’ competition, which took place as part of #FarmSafetyWeek. The competition received hundreds of entries from children across the country and there were five winners chosen along with three runners up.

21 July 2021

Know your blind spots

Up to 50% of fatalities in agriculture involve a farm vehicle or machinery. Serena Gibbons, Education Officer, Teagasc Athenry talks about blind spots around tractors and has top tips to staying safe and making our farms safer when it comes to working with tractors

21 July 2021

Farm Safety may not cost the earth but not doing it may cost your life

When we think of the wide range of tasks a farmer does each day it's easy to see that managing a farm and doing it safely is a challenge. Farmers must develop many skills to carry out these jobs competently. John McNamara & Francis Bligh, Teagasc Health & Safety Specialists have low cost suggestions

20 July 2021

Farming Safely with Farm Machinery

Nearly half of farm accidents are caused by tractors, farm vehicles and machinery. Inexperienced operators, lack of concentration, human error, time pressure and unguarded parts like PTO shaft are the main causes of accidents. Teagasc Machinery Specialist, Francis Quigley has more here

20 July 2021

Staying safe around livestock on your farm

Did you know?... Over the last 10 years 18% of fatalities on farms have been associated with livestock - cows and heifers making up 50% of this. Francis Bligh, Health and Safety Specialist with Teagasc raises awareness and has key suggestions for staying safe around livestock on your farm here

19 July 2021

9th Farm Safety Week Encourages Farm Families to Rethink Safety

Today (Mon) marks the ninth annual Farm Safety Week in Ireland and the UK, an initiative led by the Irish Farmers Association here and by Yellow Wellies UK. The message for this year is: Rethink Safety, which aims to encourage a deeper awareness of everyday risks on farms

19 July 2021

The potential risks on Irish dairy farms during the summer months

It’s Farm Safety Week and on this week’s Dairy Edge podcast, Francis Bligh joins Emma-Louise Coffey to discuss the potential risks on Irish dairy farms during the summer months.

19 July 2021

Dispelling the myths around Risk Assessment

The overall theme of Farm Safety Week 2021 is 'Rethink Risk' with the aim being to reduce the number of accidents on farms and bring about a change in culture that makes unsafe practices socially unacceptable. Teagasc Health & Safety Specialist, Francis Bligh advises below

16 July 2021

Book Launch - 'A Man with a Mission' Dr. Tom Walsh

You are cordially invited to the virtual launch of a book documenting the life and times of Ireland's most distinguished agricultural scientist, Dr Tom Walsh written by Dr Edward (Ned) Culleton formerly of AFT/Teagasc & Rosemary Buckley, Dr Walsh’s daughter. Official launch on Tuesday July 20 at 4pm

13 July 2021

9th Infogest Webinar on Food Digestion

Watch the 9th INFOGEST webinar on Food Digestion which took place on Wednesday, 7th July. The theme of this webinar was “Lipid digestion in early life”.

12 July 2021

Peter Doyle is Walsh Scholar of the Year 2021

Peter Doyle is the Teagasc Walsh Scholar Gold Medal winner for 2021. Peter was awarded the medal by Professor Frank O’Mara, Director of Research at Teagasc, at a special online ceremony which took place on Friday, 9th July, hosted by broadcaster Jonathan McCrea.

10 July 2021

TAMS II Grant Aid still Open for Applications

With high beef and lamb prices this year some farmers may consider buying equipment or developing their farmyard in 2021. TAMS II is there to help. Farmers who qualify for TAMS II grant get 40% of the item cost excl. VAT (60% for young qualifying farmers). Vincent Ronayne Teagasc Advisor has details

10 July 2021

Let's Talk Poultry Webinar - The SSRH - Planning & Implementation

Host Rebecca Tierney, Teagasc Poultry Advisor was joined by Ray Langton and Denis Neary, SEAI & Martin Dempsey, commercial broiler producer on a recent Let's Talk Poultry webinar which took place on Wednesday, 30 June to discuss the Support System for Renewable Heat (SSRH).

09 July 2021

Why farmers should be targeting a 100kg total litter weaning weight per sow

Louise Clarke, Teagasc Pig Advisor based in Teagasc Ballyhaise, joined Amy Quinn on the latest episode of the Pig Edge podcast to discuss why farmers should be targeting a 100kg total litter weaning weight per sow.

09 July 2021

Teagasc Student Maintenance Grants 2021/2022

The 2021/2022 Teagasc Student Maintenance Grant Scheme is now open. Teagasc student maintenance grants are paid through Teagasc and the grant scheme is managed by Teagasc. The closing date for applications is Friday 1st October, 2021. See more details on how to apply here

09 July 2021

Today's Farm - July/August 2021

The July/August edition of our bi-monthly magazine is now available online. The main focus of this edition is on how beetles help battle AMR. It also has articles on when you should end the dairy breeding season; fight against blight; flower power of low-input grassland; Health & Safety, and more.

07 July 2021

Teagasc Appointment: Jane Kavanagh, Head of Research Development and Walsh Scholarships

Jane Kavanagh has been appointed as Head of Research Development and Walsh Scholarships in Teagasc. In this role, Jane will provide strategic leadership at a senior level in the operation and development of the Teagasc research programme, and ensure Teagasc has effective systems and processes

06 July 2021

June - Red sky at night, shepherd's delight: Weather and agriculture

Continuing the theme from last month, the June map takes a look historical weather data, for rainfall and temperatures. Generally Ireland's climate is mild with relatively little year to year variation. Extreme winters and summers are exceptional. Irelands “Emerald Isle” synonym is well-deserved.

04 July 2021

Farm Business Options Webinar - Opportunities for cut foliage growers

On a recent episode of Farm Business Options, which took place on Tuesday, 1st June, host Barry Caslin was joined by Andy Whelton, Teagasc Cut Foliage Ornamentals Specialist and Jim Costello of Forest Produce to discuss business options around cut foliage.

03 July 2021

DkIT and Teagasc launch new part-time Agriculture qualifications

Dundalk Institute of Technology (DkIT) are delighted to announce the launch of a suite of part-time programmes in Agriculture, in association with Teagasc Agricultural College at Ballyhaise, which will commence in September 2021. More details here

03 July 2021

Clean Broilers Webinar

A Clean Broilers Webinar took place on Thursday, 24th June 2021. It included presentations by Professor Declan Bolton and Genevieve Greene both Teagasc, and Food Safety Authority of Ireland and UCD speakers. The presentations and a Broiler Farm Biosecurity training video can be found here

02 July 2021

Chorca Dhuibhne 2030: building sustainability on the ground

The Dingle peninsula, in the Southwest of Ireland, has become an important focus for innovative projects involving diverse AKIS (Agriculture Knowledge Innovation System) actors. At the recent ESEE Conference, a new docufilm was launched showcasing Corca Dhuibhne’s ambitious vision for 2030. See here

02 July 2021

The Signpost Series Webinar - The All Ireland Pollinator Plan

On this episode of The Signpost Series, which took place on Friday, 18th June, Mark Gibson, Teagasc ConnectEd and Pat Murphy, Head of Teagasc Environment KT Programme were joined by Dr Úna FitzPatrick, National Biodiversity Data Centre to discuss the All Ireland Pollinator Plan.

01 July 2021

Teagasc €4m Walsh Scholarship Postgraduate Opportunities in Agri-Food Research

Teagasc has 40 exciting Walsh Scholarship opportunities for graduates who wish to pursue postgraduate study on topical agri-food issues. The scholarships, awarded in association with universities and Institutes of Technology, will provide scholars with high quality research experience and skills

01 July 2021

Farmers encouraged to view new SunSmart video

Working outdoors for long period’s means farmers are one of the highest risk groups for skin cancer. Francis Bligh, Teagasc Health and Safety Specialist encourages farmers to watch the new SunSmart video here and has details on Healthy Ireland SunSmart steps that farmers can take to be SunSmart.

28 June 2021

Show Jessy your Farm Safety ideas and win!

Calling 7-12 year olds! Jessy the Sheep Dog, our Teagasc Farm Safety mascot, loves to help keep everyone safe on the farm and to celebrate the end of school term she wants to give 5 lucky winners a €50 Smyths Toys voucher. Closing date for entries is 14 July. Get more details here on how to apply

27 June 2021

Microbiome Friendly Brunch

Fancy a Microbiome Friendly Brunch with Darina Allen, Ballymaloe Cookery School, & John Leech, scientist at APC Microbiome Ireland, on World Microbiome Day on June 27th? The cookery demonstration will launch at 11am on World Microbiome Day and be available on demand afterwards. Register here

26 June 2021

Wood fibre and growing media, its production and impacts on plant performance

On a recent webinar which took place on Thursday, 17th June 2021, Dónall Flanagan, Teagasc Nursery Stock Advisor was joined by Dr Brian Jackson, North Carolina State University to discuss the different sources of wood fibre and impacts on growth of bedding, perennials and woody plants.

25 June 2021

Using NUDGE theory to improve Farm Safety

A leading USA expert will outline the potential of Nudge theory to improve Farm Safety at a Teagasc Webinar on Thursday, 1 July at 3pm. Dr Julie Sorensen, Director, New York Centre for Agricultural Medicine & Health (NYCAMH) will provide a seminar on research that applies Nudge Theory to farm safety

25 June 2021

Pig Newsletter - June 2021

Get the latest information and advice from the Teagasc Pig Team. In this month's edition: Field beans in growing-finishing pig diets; How much energy is required to produce a pig in Ireland?; and Keep your eye on reducing feed costs.

24 June 2021

Horizon 2020 Fairshare Project

Teresa Hooks project manager of the Horizon 2020 fair share project aims to support advisors to use the digital tools in order to encourage a more sustainable agriculture. Horizon 2020 (H2020) is a €7 million EU funded project. Teresa explains some of the challenges experienced by advisors & farmers

22 June 2021

Teagasc Opening Statement on Organic Farming to the Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture Food and the Marine - June 22 2021

Today, Tuesday June 22, Teagasc Director, Professor Gerry Boyle and Mary Ryan, Teagasc Researcher gave a briefing on Organic Farming to the Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine. The full statement includes publications, on-line, advisory, education & research support for organics

22 June 2021

Online farm discussion groups help support students learning

Students of Mountbellew Agricultural College & GMIT participated in a study in Spring 2021. It examined the effectiveness of online peer-learning in supporting students in grassland management and practice change at farm level. Lecturer, Martin Mulkerrins presented the results at ESEE2021 Conference

22 June 2021

Apply for Teagasc full-time Level 5 Agricultural courses now

The deadline for submitting applications for Teagasc college Level 5 full-time agricultural courses is Wednesday, 30 June 2021. Interested applicants are advised to submit their applications immediately.

21 June 2021

Teagasc hosting ESEE21 Conference

The 25th meeting of the European Seminar on Extension and Education (ESEE) began today, Monday, 21 June, at the Teagasc Ballyhaise Agricultural College, Cavan, Ireland. Due to Covid-19 restrictions, this is a virtual 3 day event with over 300 delegates from 30 countries joining via the internet.

21 June 2021

The Future of Farm Tech – from AI to alternative fuel and autonomous machinery

On the latest episode of the Environment Edge podcast, Gary Abbott machinery correspondent with the Irish Farmers Journal joins Cathal Somers and Deirdre Glynn to talk about agricultural technology of the future and what we can look forward to.

20 June 2021

Health for Sustainable Farming

Research by Teagasc along with National Centre for Men’s Health, IT Carlow and Waterford Institute of Technology indicates that farmers adopt health practices, as they get older. However, health issues can progress gradually, so the sooner health adoption takes place the better!

20 June 2021

The Signpost Series - Farmland Birds and the Birds of Conservation Concern in Ireland

On this episode of The Signpost Series, which took place on Friday, 4th June, Mark Gibson, Teagasc ConnectEd was joined by Dr. Anita Donaghy and Oonagh Duggan from Birdwatch Ireland to discuss the declining bird population in our country.

19 June 2021

Irish Wool is at a Crossroads

Irish wools have always been renowned for their unique properties allowing their use in carpet and construction materials alike. Bernie Leahy, Drystock Advisor, Teagasc Ballinasloe, welcomes the investment in a feasibility study of Irish wool production. She outlines some wool success stories here

19 June 2021

Teagasc Signpost Programme Newsletter June 2021

Welcome to the first e-newsletter for the Signpost Programme. The Signpost e-newsletter will be published monthly. It will provide you with news from the Signpost Programme, technical articles, policy and research updates as well as profiling Signpost Farmers from across the country.

19 June 2021

Let's Talk Equine Webinar - Advice on handling and early training of youngstock from the ground

Wendy Conlon, Teagasc Equine Specialist was joined by William Micklem, Annacrivey Stud for the latest webinar in the Let's Talk Equine Series, which took place on Tuesday, 1st June 2021.

18 June 2021

Let's Talk Poultry Webinar - Biosecurity

In this episode of the Let's Talk Poultry Webinar Series which took place on Wenesday, 16th June, host Rebecca Tierney, Teagasc Poultry Advisor was joined by Conor Sheehy, St David’s Poultry Team to discuss biosecurity.

18 June 2021

Pig Research Farm Update - June 2021

In this month’s update Tomás Ryan, farm manager at Moorepark Pig Research Facility talks about how the unit has been performing and updates us on some of the research projects taking place in Moorepark at the moment.

17 June 2021

Kildalton College Open Days

Kildalton College are hosting Open Days for anyone interested in courses in Agriculture, Horticulture or Equine Studies. Monday, 21st June at 11am is when the first of four open days throughout the summer kicks off. Booking in advance is essential. Read more here on reserving your place on the tour

17 June 2021

Avian Infectious Laryngotracheitis

Avian Infectious Laryngotracheitis is a respiratory disease of poultry. It is a highly contagious disease caused by a herpesvirus. This poster highlights some of the biosecurity measures that need to be implemented by anyone entering your poultry enterprise.

16 June 2021

Identifying Practical ‘On Farm’ Innovations

Identifying Practical ‘On Farm’ Innovations that meet the needs of European Beef Farmers - that’s the mission of the EU funded BovINE Network. BovINE partners share updates on the latest round of Research Innovations and Good Practices under the project’s spotlight online on Tuesday 22nd June 2021

16 June 2021

Stay safe with Cattle this summer

With cattle out grazing and breeding season at full steam on many farms it is important to keep a focus on safety with livestock. Interactions with cattle are necessary so each interaction must be planned and managed carefully to avoid risk. Francis Bligh, Teagasc Health & Safety Specialist advises

16 June 2021

Teagasc announce Winners of ‘Equine Farming and Biodiversity’ Photo Competition

The winners of the ‘Equine Farming and Biodiversity’ photo competition were announced by Teagasc on Tuesday, 15 June 2021. The overall winner is Roseann O’Neill from Kenmare, County Kerry. Her winning image captures her ‘Class 1 Kerry Bog Pony mare taken through the window of an old cow house'

14 June 2021

‘Let’s Talk Poultry’ – Teagasc 3rd webinar series to tackle poultry industry issues

Ireland’s poultry industry will gain knowledge on topical issues over a five-part webinar series beginning Wednesday, 16 June, at 2pm. Hosted by Teagasc, prominent topics such as biosecurity, Cocci, Foot Pad Dermaititis, Support Scheme for Renewable Heat (SSRH) and layer management will be examined.

14 June 2021

Promoting Farmers Health - Men’s Health Week (Monday 14 - Sunday 20 June)

It's time to Stay Fit for Farming! Dr John McNamara, Health and Safety Specialist, Teagasc is mindful of Men’s Health Week running from today, Monday 14th to Sunday 20th June (Father's Day). He reminds farmers that ‘Your Health is your Wealth’ and he discusses studies that looked at farmer health.

13 June 2021

Teagasc Supports Men’s Health Week

Teagasc, through its research, advisory, education, training, and media programmes, supports Men’s Health Week. Men's Health Week usually commences on the Monday prior to Father's Day and finishes on Father's Day itself. This year, it will run from Monday, 14th until Sunday, 20th June.

13 June 2021

Smart Spraying (Technology) - new era ahead

Crop sprayers continue to develop. The basic principal remains; a liquid solution is delivered through a precisely shaped nozzle, at a set pressure to deliver a distribution of droplets on the target plant, weed or soil. Dermot Forristal, Teagasc Researcher discusses the SMART/precision approach

13 June 2021

Farm Business Options - Insects Spark interest in Research and Farming Projects

On a recent Farm Business Options webinar, which took place on Tuesday, 8th June, host Barry Caslin, Teagasc was joined by Carlos Álvarez García, Teagasc Research Officer, Carl Coudron, Inagro, Belgium and Lynda Bolger, Celtic Cricket Farm to discuss the rising global popularity with insect farming.

12 June 2021

Risk Assessing Your Farm

Don't ignore safety issues on your farm! Serena Gibbons, Education Officer, Teagasc Galway/Clare issues a reminder about completing the Risk Assessment Document. She focuses on 3 main areas where the highest number of accidents and fatalities occur; namely - Tractors, Machinery and Livestock.

12 June 2021

Tillage Establishment Systems and Grass Weed Webinar, from the South East

Tillage Establishment Systems and Grass Weed Webinar which took place on Tuesday, 8th June, as part of the Enable Conservation Tillage (ECT) project, focusing on tillage systems and grass weeds from the South East.

11 June 2021

Woodlands in Co Cavan

There is evidence of woodland in Cavan stretching back to ancient times. Today the remains of an old forest can be seen at Corratinner Lake, near Virginia. Kevin O'Connell, Teagasc Forestry Development Officer takes us back through historical records of the woodlands of Cavan up to the present day

11 June 2021

Pig Herd Performance 2020 Infographic

The Pig Herd Performance 2020 infographic summarises some of the main results from the 2020 National Pig Herd Performance Report. This report is a detailed analysis of the performance of pig farms participating in the Teagasc e-Profit Monitor (ePM) recording system in 2020.

10 June 2021

Agriculture is facing a momentous decision on carbon budgets

Over the next few months a decision on the future of Irish agriculture will be taken that may prove to be as momentous as the 1984 introduction of milk quota or our 1973 entry to the EU. Professor Gerry Boyle, Director of Teagasc refers to the publication of sectoral carbon budgets from 2021 onwards

10 June 2021

National Pig Herd Performance Report 2020

The National Pig Herd Performance Report 2020, produced by the Teagasc Pig Development Department is the detailed analysis of the performance of the pig farms that participated in the Teagasc e-Profit Monitor (ePM) recording system in 2020.

08 June 2021

May - Radar blocking topography: What Shannon cannot see

The May Map of the month shows how topography can block weather radar beams, potentially compromising the quality of monitoring. The exaggerated relief used in the map shows well how hills can impact the visibility of weather radar, especially when they are close to the emitter.

08 June 2021

Sm@RT – precision livestock farming for sheep

Dr Tim Keady from Teagasc who is the lead researcher in Ireland for a new EU-funded project called Sm@RT joins Ciarán Lynch on this week’s OviCast to explain the project.

06 June 2021

Silage Season Safety Check

We're now in one of the busiest times on farms as silage is being harvested. It's also one of the most high risk times due to increased movement of machinery and people on our roads and farms. Jacinta O'Neill, Teagasc Advisor, Westport, has a useful safety checklist to consider for silage season

06 June 2021

Jessy's Smart Kids - Summer 2021

Jessy's Smart Kids is a fun easily downloadable kids farm safety newsletter. This edition of Jessy's Smart Kids includes: Farm Family Safety; Blind Spots; First Aid Kit and Farmer Wellbeing.

05 June 2021

Water Protection measures since 1st January 2021 – do they affect my farm?

Many farmers have asked about water protection measures that have been in place since the start of 2021 and if these apply to their farms. These measures were introduced to reduce nutrient and sediment run-off to waters to improve water quality. Tim Hyde, Environment Specialist has the answers here

04 June 2021

Farm Business Options - BIA Innovator Campus – Transforming Food Entrepreneurship

On this Farm Business Options webinar, which was held on Tuesday, 25 May, host Barry Caslin Teagasc was joined by Elaine Donohue, BIA Innovator Campus General Manager and Colm Foley, Teagasc Food Technologist, Bia Innovator Campus CLG to discuss the facilities at the BIA Innovator Campus in Athenry

02 June 2021

Get the Facts on Applying Lime

Isn't it about time you applied lime? Don't rely on hearsay - stick to the facts. Mark Plunkett, Teagasc Johnstown Castle highlights 10 facts every farmer should know about applying lime. When is the ideal time to apply lime? What about lime and slurry? Can I apply lime and urea? Get answers here

02 June 2021

Teagasc plans for new Apprenticeships

On Tuesday 25th May Teagasc gave a briefing note on it's Education and Training for the Oireachtas Committee on Agriculture, Food and the Marine. Teagasc, as primary provider of accredited further education and training (FET) for the agricultural sector, details new apprenticeship pathway plans here

02 June 2021

Research Insights Webinar - Increasing the welfare of farm animals

On a recent Teagasc Research Insights webinar held Wednesday 26th May, Paul Crossan Beef Enterprise Leader was joined by Muireann Conneely, Bernadette Earley and Laura Boyle, Teagasc Researchers, to discuss the most recent Teagasc research on improving the welfare of dairy cows, beef cattle and pigs

01 June 2021

How grass can be made into milk and cheese

On World Milk Day Teagasc Staff; Marion Beecher, Emer Kennedy, Eimear Ferguson and Margie Egan, are together addressing the questions you have about cows. How much does a cow eat and drink in a day? How much milk does a cow produce and what is the milk used for? More questions & more answers here...

01 June 2021

World Milk Day -Taking stock of the Irish Dairy Sector

As we mark World Milk Day, it’s a good opportunity to take stock of developments in the Irish Dairy sector, which has been in expansion mode now for more than a decade. From quotas to expansion opportunities, Trevor Donnellan, Head of Economics & Surveys, Teagasc discusses growth in milk output here

31 May 2021

The findings from the 2020 Teagasc National Pig Herd Performance Report

Gerard McCutcheon, Specialist Pig Development Officer, Teagasc Oakpark joined Ciarán Carroll on the latest episode of the Pig Edge podcast to discuss the findings from the 2020 Teagasc National Pig Herd Performance Report.

30 May 2021

Lavender Flower and Oil Production

Lavender farming is associated with Mediterranean climates. It is an evocative plant with immense popularity used in a wide range of cosmetics, as dried flowers or as pure oil. Lavender is an evergreen perennial. Dónall Flanagan has more information.

29 May 2021

Production of Farmhouse Cheese

Farmhouse cheese making was a Gaelic tradition that disappeared from Ireland over the years. It was revived in the 1900s, and more specifically during the late 1970s, when a few enterprising dairy farmers commenced making farmhouse cheese. Is farmhouse cheese production an option for you?

29 May 2021

Doing less boosts biodiversity

Paul Fitters, Lecturer in the Teagasc College at the National Botanic Gardens discusses "Rewilding" at the Knepp Estate in the UK. Improving biodiversity opened up new diversification opportunities. He has suggestions for how we can all do our bit for biodiversity and rewild a little in our gardens

28 May 2021

Pig Newsletter May 2021

Get the latest information and advice from the Teagasc Pig Team. In this month's edition: Thinking about the future in the Teagasc Pig Research Facility; Weaning Age - not just a number and EU Regulations and What They Mean For You and Your Farm

28 May 2021

Who wants an insect energy bar or bug burger for lunch?

Just as no-one anticipated demand for soy-based sausages and seaweed burgers, there's another future food revolution swarming to our shops. This article by Laura Healy, a PhD student at Teagasc first appeared on RTÉ Brainstorm.

24 May 2021

Teagasc appoints new Organic Specialist

Teagasc has appointed Joe Kelleher as Organic Farming Specialist and he commences the new role today, Monday, 24 May 2021. He previously worked as a dairy advisor in the Limerick/Kerry advisory region. He joins Elaine Leavy as part of the national organic farming team in Teagasc

24 May 2021

“Oceans of Learning” with Teagasc Marine Research

To help celebrate our new partnership with the Marine Institute and the launch of this year’s “Oceans of Learning” campaign we have created some resources about seaweed and other marine research being carried out in Teagasc.

23 May 2021

Opinions wanted from farmers and vets

Farmers and vets working in the dairy, pig, beef and sheep sectors on the island of Ireland are being asked to complete a survey to provide their views on how antibiotics are used in agriculture.

22 May 2021

Improvements in animal health, welfare and product quality

Join Teagasc researchers on three Research Insights Webinars where they will discuss strategies to improve animal welfare, reduce the use of antibiotics and anthelmintics and improve milk quality.

22 May 2021

Farmers are part of the solution - Biodiversity Day 2021

Saturday May 22nd 2021 is International Biodiversity Day. The theme for this year is: 'We're part of the solution'. We’re all part of nature, so we must be part of the solution for biodiversity loss and climate change. What actions can farmers take?

21 May 2021

New EU Regulations on veterinary medicines

New Regulations on veterinary medicines and medicated feed will apply from January 2022 and will have a marked influence on antimicrobial prescribing and usage throughout Europe into the future. This infographic highlights the key points.

21 May 2021

Talking Timber 2021 The Business of Forestry / how to sell timber

Talking Timber, the annual Teagasc timber marketing event to support forest owners in harvesting their conifer forests is in its 9th year. The main theme is “The Business of Forestry / How to Sell Timber”. This live 'Virtual Talking Timber' is on Tuesday 15 June. Liam Kelly Forestry Advisor has more

20 May 2021

Teagasc Appoint new Biodiversity Researcher

Teagasc has announced the appointment of Dr Stephanie Maher as a new permanent biodiversity researcher based in the Teagasc Environment Research Centre, Johnstown Castle, County Wexford.

18 May 2021

Launch of The Signpost Programme

The Signpost Programme was launched on Tuesday, 18 May. Hosted by RTÉ’s Ear to the Ground presenter Helen Carroll, the online webinar demonstrated how the new Teagasc led collaborative programme will support Irish farmers in reducing emissions from agriculture. Catch up on all the highlights here

18 May 2021

The Signpost Series Webinar - Agri-food Strategy 2030 - The Environmental Ambition

On this episode of The Signpost Series, which took place on Friday, 7th May, Mark Gibson, Teagasc ConnectEd is joined by Tom Arnold, Chair of the 2030 Agri Food Strategy Committee to discuss the 2030 Agri Food Strategy: The Environmental Ambition.

16 May 2021

Farm Business Options - Farm Diversification in Germany’s Black Forest Region

Hannelore Green, an Agricultural Advisor from the Landratsamt Breisgau-Hochschwarzwald joined Barry Caslin, Teagasc on a recent Farm Business Options webinar to discuss farm diversification and tourism in Germany's Black Forest Region.

15 May 2021

Research Insights Webinar - Role of grass breeding & evaluation to increase the sustainability of pasture-based systems

On a recent Teagasc Research Insights webinar held Wednesday 12th May, Michael O'Donovan, Head of Grassland Science, was joined by Patrick Conaghan, Stephen Byrne & Tomas Tubritt, Teagasc Researchers to discuss the role of grass breeding & evaluation to increase sustainability of pasture systems

15 May 2021

Farming Tips for May

Emma Sherlock, Teagasc Walsh Scholar, Clonakilty Advisory picks out a few key management actions farmers should be taking on during the month of May. These include care of the replacement heifer & breeding targets, farm safety at silage making, grass & fertiliser update and flock health

15 May 2021

Lockdown changed Irish shopping and cooking behaviour

Are you a 'Covid coper' or a 'restless restrictor' ? Early 2020 lockdown boosted confidence in cooking and preparing healthier meals, and could offer teachable moments to promote healthier eating long term, says new research involving Teagasc' s Professor Maeve Henchion and Dr Sinead McCarthy

14 May 2021

No Dig Gardening Event

This No Dig Gardening webinar event was held on Thursday 5th May at 7pm with John Mulhern, College principal of Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture, National Botanic Gardens and colleagues James Brady and Deirdre Walsh. Guest Speaker, Charles Dowding has a strong passion for 'no dig gardening

14 May 2021

Plan a Safe Silage Season in 2021

The weather has been cold of late and that has delayed the silage season but as the season gets into ‘full swing’ attention to safety is critical at silage making. Plan a safe silage season is a key message from John McNamara and Francis Bligh, Teagasc Health & Safety Specialists here

14 May 2021

Ireland's Trees: our heritage 10,000 years in the making

Teagasc's virtual forestry adviser, Ciara, tells the story of forests in Ireland – from the last Ice Age to the present day. A heritage, 10,000 years in the making…She describes the climate affect of forestry development, the decline in forestry as agriculture developed and population grew.

14 May 2021

Teagasc students win awards at Irish Mass Spectrometry Society Conference

Two Teagasc Walsh Scholars won awards at the Irish Mass Spectrometry Society Conference, which was held as a virtual event on 11-12th May. Both students are members of Professor Kieran Kilcawley’s research group in the Food Quality and Sensory Science Department at Teagasc Moorepark.

13 May 2021

Beware of wild flower mixes as you might get more than you paid for

The highly invasive Blackgrass weed was found in a commercial wildflower mixture that was grown in an experimental plot in Carlow. If this weed is widespread in mixtures which were planted on farms, schools, gardens, and amenity areas across the country it poses a huge risk of contamination to crops

12 May 2021

Farm Business Options Webinar - Farm Diversification in Austria

On a recent Farm Business Options Webinar which took place on Tuesday, 4th May, Barry Caslin was joined by a local farm advisor and two diversified agri-tourism farmers to get an insight into their journey and supports available for such enterprises in Austria.

11 May 2021

Pig Research Farm Update May 2021

Tomás Ryan, farm manager at Moorepark pig research facility, gives us an update on how the unit has been performing recently with a look at some production figures. Tomás also talks about the research work currently ongoing in Moorepark, including farrowing house projects and a new wet feed trial

11 May 2021

Let's Talk Equine Webinar - Breeding Eventers, Mares are ‘Gold’

Wendy Conlon, Teagasc Equine Specialist was joined by Kate Jarvey, Monymusk Stud/ Attington Sport Horses and Austin O’Connor, Attington Sport Horses for the latest webinar in the Let's Talk Equine Webinar Series, which took place on Tuesday, 4th May 2021.

08 May 2021

Weed control in container and field grown ornamental nursery stock - Webinar

On a recent webinar which took place on Wednesday, 15th April 2021, Donall Flanagan and Andy Whelton, Teagasc Horticulture Development Department were joined by David Talbot, Senior Horticulture Consultant with ADAS to discuss weed control in nursery stock production.

07 May 2021

Dealing with Stress in Farming

Stress is normal and part and parcel of our daily lives. A certain amount of stress is a positive thing – it can help to make us more focused and more productive in our work and in caring for our families. Ciara O’Shea, Teagasc advisor Macroom, has good advice on Dealing with Stress in Farming here

07 May 2021

The Signpost Series - Water quality – national problems, local solutions

On the latest episode of The Signpost Series, which took place on Friday, 30th April, Mark Gibson, Teagasc ConnectEd is joined by Jenny Deakin, EPA to discuss water quality – national problems, local solutions.

06 May 2021

Growing Sunflowers

The annual sunflower, native to North America, has a long history as a source of medicine, food, oil and dye. Andy Whelton, Teagasc Horticulture Development Unit, explores the growth of this popular annual for sale as a mono bunch cut flower or as a farm feature to a horticultural business.

02 May 2021

New advances in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) for Soft Fruit Crops - Webinar

On a recent Integrated Pest Management Webinar, which took place on Tuesday, 13 April, Eamonn Kehoe, Teagasc was joined by Stuart Mills, IPM Specialist, Fargo Ltd, UK to discuss the new advances in Integrated Pest Management (IPM) for Soft Fruit Crops.

02 May 2021

Today's Farm - May/June 2021

The May/June edition of our bi-monthly magazine is now available online. The main focus of this edition is on slurry storage, covering topics such as storage and usage; completing a storage assessment; & storage capacity and TAMS. It also has articles on blackgrass; contract rearing & more.

01 May 2021

Farm Business Options Webinar - Where are the opportunities in commercial horticulture?

Dermot Callaghan, Head of the Horticulture Development Department at Teagasc joined Barry Caslin on this episode of the Farm Business Options Series which took place on Tuesday, 20th April to discuss where are the opportunities in commercial horticulture.

30 April 2021

Teagasc’s Vision 1 Lab wins at the Irish Laboratory Awards

The Vision 1 Laboratory, led by Professor Paul Cotter at Teagasc Moorepark, won three awards at the 2021 Irish Laboratory Awards, including Academic or Research Laboratory of the Year, Bio Science Laboratory of the Year and Food Laboratory of the Year.

30 April 2021

Euthanasia & the Casualty Pig

On the latest Pig Edge podcast Laura Boyle joins Ciarán Carroll to discuss euthanasia & the casualty pig

30 April 2021

Make Personal Health and Wellbeing a Priority

While, Farming as a lifestyle is mainly very positive for wellbeing, Teagasc Health & Safety Specialists, Francis Bligh & John McNamara realise that it's not always a "bed of bluebells". So today, Friday April 30, on National Workplace Wellbeing Day farmers are reminded that this day is for them too

28 April 2021

April - Wildfires in Ireland

The April Map of the month shows the number of current active wildfires (as of the 25th) detected by NASA Fire detection service. There are a surprising number across the country. Each month the Teagasc spatial analysis unit use data from a number of sources and share it as a map to assist farming

27 April 2021

Virtual International Conference on Food Digestion #VICFD2021

Teagasc’s Dr André Brodkorb and Dr Linda Giblin and the INFOGEST research network will host the Virtual International Conference on Food Digestion on the 6th - 7th of May 2021. The event will take place on 6 May, 12pm- 6pm (Dublin) and 7 May, 7.30am - 2pm (Dublin) covering 6 themes on food digestion

27 April 2021

Are you Sun Smart? Webinar

A webinar to raise awareness about the risks of skin cancer and UV exposure in the farming community was held on Wednesday, 21st April. HSE and the Irish Cancer Society Representatives advised what you can do to protect yourself against the risks of skin cancer and UV exposure on your farm

26 April 2021

The Importance of Wetlands

A combination of geology and abundant rain has endowed Ireland with an extraordinary array of wetlands covering some 20% of the country. While most wetlands occur naturally they may also be artificially created. Mary Roache Mayo ASSAP Advisor has examples of a variety of wetlands that occur on farms

26 April 2021

Thinking of becoming an Organic Farmer?

With the reopening of the Organic Farming Scheme in March many farmers are wondering is organics an option for them. As the scheme closes on Friday 30th April 2021 the window of time to make the decision to join and complete the necessary paperwork is tight. Enda O’Hart, Teagasc Advisor has advice

25 April 2021

Offaly dairy farmers using short videos to keep in touch during Covid Lock Down

Three dairy discussion groups across south county Offaly have found a novel way of ‘virtually’ visiting each other’s farms during the current lock down restrictions. Jim Moyles, Teagasc Dairy Advisor, Tullamore explains how this came about and how it is working out for the groups he facilitates

25 April 2021

Research Insights Webinar - New insights into feeding dairy cows at pasture

On a recent Teagasc Research Insights webinar which took place on Wednesday, 14th April, Michael O'Donovan, Head of Grassland Science, Teagasc was joined by Michael Dineen, Research Officer to discuss new insights to feeding dairy cows at pasture.

24 April 2021

Farm Business Options Webinar - Organic Farming – Steps to Conversion and Opportunities

On this episode of the Farm Business Options Webinar series which took place on Tuesday, 13th April, Barry Caslin was joined by Elaine Leavy, Teagasc Organic Specialist and Clive Bright, Organic grass only farmer, Sligo to discuss organic farming - steps to conversion and opportunities.

23 April 2021

Photo Competition to Showcase Biodiversity on Equine Farms

Teagasc Equine & Countryside Management Specialists have launched a photo competition to showcase Equine Farming and Biodiversity. The competition aims to highlight some of the many examples of biodiversity evident on equine farms. The overall prize fund is valued at €500.

23 April 2021

The Signpost Series Webinar - Climate Mitigation Options through Afforestation

In this episode of The Signpost Series webinars, held Friday, 9th April, Mark Gibson, Teagasc ConnectEd is joined by guest speakers Tom Houlihan, Teagasc Forestry Specialist & Dr. Kevin Black, Forestry, Environmental Research & Services (FERS) to discuss Climate Mitigation Options via Afforestation

22 April 2021

Teagasc marks Earth Day 2021

Teagasc marks Earth Day today. We reflect on ways in which we contribute to improving the Earth through our integrated research, advisory and training services to the agriculture & food industry and rural communities. Learn more here about Teagasc & the Environment, and A day in the life of research

22 April 2021

Pig Newsletter - April 2021

Get the latest information and advice from the Teagasc Pig Team. In this issue: Identification of suffering in pigs and deciding whether or not to euthanise; African swine fever; Strategies to manage body weight variation on a farrow to finish Irish pig farm and 'One Health One Welfare' Symposium

22 April 2021

The Casualty Pig

This decision tree poster aims to prevent unnecessary suffering by providing producers with the best course of action when dealing with a casualty pig.

21 April 2021

8th INFOGEST Webinar on Food Digestion

The 8th INFOGEST webinar on food digestion, co-hosted by Dr Andre Brodkorb of the Teagasc Food Research Centre and others, took place on Wednesday, 7th April at 2PM. The theme of this webinar was “in vitro Digestion Models” from Working Group 1 of the INFOGEST network.

20 April 2021

Caroline Walsh Grassland Farmer of the Year - Social Media Takeover & Live Interview

Join Caroline Walsh, 2020 Grassland Farmer of the Year, on the Teagasc social media accounts as she takes us through "A day in the life...." on her dairy farm in Ballinascarthy, Co. Cork

20 April 2021

Fertilising for a Crop of Quality Silage

On many farms producing average to poor quality silage is somewhat the norm. Cattle or sheep fed this silage will have reduced growth rates and below optimal levels of reproductive performance in breeding females. Austin Callaghan, Teagasc Advisor, Claremorris outlines how to improve silage quality

20 April 2021

Submit Your 2021 Basic Payment Application On-Time

The most important task for farmers in any year is to complete their Basic Payment application online. Therefore, it is of the utmost importance that the 2021 Basic Payment application and associated forms are completed on time by Monday 17th May. Brian Hughes, Teagasc Claremorris has more advice

20 April 2021

The Signpost Series Webinar - Multi-species Swards

In this episode of The Signpost Series webinar, which took place on Thursday, 1st April, Mark Gibson, Teagasc ConnectEd is joined by guest speakers Dr. Helen Sheridan and Prof. Tommy Boland, UCD to discuss multi-species swards - sward and animal performance under reduced nitrogen fertiliser inputs.

19 April 2021

Farmland Birds and the role of farmers in their survival

Niall Hatch from Bird Watch Ireland joins Cathal Somers and Deirdre Glynn on the latest episode of the Environment Edge podcast to talk about farmland birds and the important role of farmers in helping to improve habitats.

18 April 2021

The future is kelp!

Did you know the word ‘kelp’ originally described the burnt ash of brown seaweed? Maria Hayes Research Officer, Teagasc Food Research Centre, together with Cawthron Institute Researchers, New Zealand, are looking at bio-product isolation from native Irish and New Zealand macro-algal species here.

17 April 2021

Are you Sun Smart? Webinar

A webinar to raise awareness about the risks of skin cancer and UV exposure in the farming community. Join Teagasc on Wednesday, 21 April from 11.30am -1pm along with the HSE & the Irish Cancer Society who will advise what you can do to protect yourself against the risks of skin cancer & UV exposure

17 April 2021

70 years of grassland research in Ireland

TEAGASC grassland research has enabled the transformation of Irish agriculture since the 1950s. The importance of grassland to Irish Agriculture is indicated by over 70% of agricultural output (monetary terms) coming from grassland as cattle, milk, & sheep products, Teagasc researchers reminisce

17 April 2021

Let's Talk Equine Webinar - Which youngsters merit further investment?

Wendy Conlon, Teagasc Equine Specialist was joined by Andrew Hughes of Ennisnag Stud, Damien Griffen of Lissyegan Stables and Cameron Hanley, international showjumper for the latest webinar in the Let's Talk Equine Webinar Series, which took place on Tuesday 6th April 2021.

16 April 2021

Steps to Take when Considering Converting to Organic Farming

The Organic Farming Scheme is open. Elaine Leavy, Teagasc Organic Specialist gave a presentation recently at the IFA Information Meeting on the Organic Farming Scheme which was held virtually on Thursday, 4th March 2021. Elaine's presentation and Teagasc guide to organic conversion can be found here

16 April 2021

The Forestry Sector in Ireland: some facts and figures

Teagasc welcomes Ciara! Teagasc's new virtual forestry adviser Ciara, provides some basic facts and figures on the forestry sector in Ireland. She discusses forest cover, ownership, species composition, carbon sequestration, wood utilisation, age distribution, wood processing, exports and employment

16 April 2021

Bull Safety

The breeding season has started on many farms and that brings increased risks associated with close contact with animals. HSA figures show bulls were involved in over 18% of livestock related deaths on Irish farms in 2011-2020. John McNamara & Francis Bligh, Health & Safety Specialists report here

16 April 2021

Pig Research Farm Update April 2021

Tomás Ryan, Farm Manager in the Teagasc Pig Research Facility in Moorepark gives us an update on the research work which is happening in the unit at the moment, talks about interesting production figures in litters from a particular sow and tells us about a new liquid feed system recently installed

16 April 2021

Status Orange, High Forest Fire Risk Warning

Teagasc urges all involved in outdoor activity to exercise extreme caution, and heed the high level warning for fires which is in place this week. The current high pressure dominated weather patterns has resulted in a high fire risk in all areas where fuel such as dead grasses, heather & gorse exist

16 April 2021

Hitting Grazing Targets in 2021 with PastureBase Ireland Webinar

Are you looking to make better grazing decisions on your farm in April? On this webinar which took place on Wednesday, 7th April, John Douglas & Joseph Dunphy, Teagasc Grass10 and Micheal O'Leary, PastureBase Ireland go through how you can use PastureBase Ireland to plan your spring grazing.

15 April 2021

How Does Grass Grow?

Perennial ryegrass (PRG) is the most commonly sown grass species in Ireland. As a perennial plant it's characterised by having the growing point close to the ground and it regrows after each grazing & cutting, without the need for frequent reseeding. Patricia Lynch, Teagasc Advisor Westport has more

15 April 2021

A farming view from Poland

Tim Bergin, a Dubliner, who is farming in Poland close to the Baltic sea joins Michael Hennessy on this week’s Tillage Edge podcast to explain his experience of farming there.

14 April 2021

Winners of the 2021 Agriculture and Horticulture Colleges Challenges Event

The National College of Amenity Horticulture are the winners of the Agricultural Colleges Challenges Event 2021. The Agricultural Colleges Challenges is a longstanding inter college, skills challenge competition, supported by Macra na Feirme, fostering keen college rivalry in it's 40 year history

14 April 2021

Grass10 Newsletter - 13th April 2021

Get the latest news & updates from the Grass10 team in this week's newsletter including: Weekly PastureBase data; Seamus Sweeney, Wexford on 2nd rotation; Caroline Walsh 2020 GFOTY social media takeover; Grazing Updates from Thomas Hogan, GFOTY Cattle-Suckling, & Grange dairy-beef research herd

14 April 2021

Farm Business Options Webinar - Diversification in Donegal

On a recent Farm Business Options webinar held on Tuesday, 6th April 2021, Seamus Campbell, Teagasc Donegal was joined by Noreen & James Cunningham, Donegal Farmhouse Cheese; John Graham, Ballyholey Farm Shop and Andrew Ward, Inishowen Development Partnership to discuss diversification in Donegal

12 April 2021

Teagasc Seed Potato Webinar

Teagasc is hosting a Seed Potato Webinar on Thursday 15th April 2021 at 6.30pm. This webinar will outline the challenges of imports and the best practices to growing more seed potatoes in Ireland. Read more for Information and Registration details

12 April 2021

Teagasc Virtual College Open Days 2021

During March, Teagasc courses were promoted through virtual open days at it's four agricultural and horticultural colleges and two of the private colleges. One open day remains to be held at Salesian Agricultural College on 15th April. Now is your chance to catch up with any you may have missed here

10 April 2021

Research Insights Webinar - Increasing the value of beef from the dairy herd

On a recent Teagasc Research Insights webinar held Wednesday, 31 March, Donagh Berry, Teagasc Researcher & Director of VistaMilk SFI Research Centre was joined by Alan Twomey, Nicky Byrne & Padraig French to discuss breeding & management strategies to maximise the value of beef from the dairy herd

09 April 2021

The Signpost Series Webinar - Working with farmers to improve water quality

In this episode of The Signpost Series webinar, held as part of Water Quality Week, on Friday, 26 March, Mark Gibson, Teagasc ConnectEd is joined by Noel Meehan, ASSAP Programme Manager and Edward Burgess, ACP Specialist Advisor, Teagasc to discuss working with farmers to improve water quality

08 April 2021

Farm Business Options Webinar - Driving Diversification Through Social Media

On a recent Farm Business Options webinar which took place on Tuesday, 30th March 2021, Barry Caslin was joined by Lisa Dunphy from Green Acre Marketing to discuss social media business options.

07 April 2021

Grass10 Newsletter - 6th April 2021

Get the latest news & updates from the Grass10 team in this week's newsletter including: Weekly PastureBase data; Niall Callanan (dairy) & Aidan Maguire (beef) discuss grazing plans; Grazing tips to hold Average Farm Cover in this colder week; A video explaining “Band Method” grass measuring & more

07 April 2021

7th International Infogest Webinar on Food Digestion: Starch

The 7th Special INFOGEST webinar on Food Digestion, hosted by Dr Andre Brodkorb of the Teagasc Food Research Centre took place on Monday 15th March at 2PM. The theme of the webinar was “Starch: An iconoclast view on amylopectin"

06 April 2021

It’s getting hot in here

Keith Lambkin, senior climatologist with Met Eireann joins Cathal Somers and Deirdre Glynn on the latest episode of the Environment Edge podcast to discuss global warming.

06 April 2021

Have multi species swards a role on Irish farms?

Multi species swards have the ability to grow 11Ton of dry matter with no chemical nitrogen, but have they a role on Irish farms? Joe Kelleher, Teagasc Advisor, Newcastle West, Co. Limerick addresses this question here and discusses what is known so far about Multi species swards

05 April 2021

Poultry farmer from Monaghan finalist in Newbie New Entrant competition

Patrick Greenan a new entrant poultry farmer from Co Monaghan was a finalist in a recent Newbie New Entrant competition. Three years ago having considered many options for the family farm Patrick decided to enter the Poultry industry and invested in new housing facilities on a Greenfield site.

04 April 2021

Quins and Quads at Teagasc farms

It won't be "Lonely round the Fields of Athenry" this Spring as Teagasc Athenry celebrates the arrival of five lambs to a pedigree Belclare ewe there. Meanwhile at Clonakilty College Farm, an UnBaa-lievable set of Quad lambs were born. Read about the two marvelous mothers and their progeny here

04 April 2021

Chocolate Manufacturing

Chocolate has a long and rich heritage and is enjoyed all year round not just at Easter. As one of the treats associated with this time of the year it is a good time to find out more about manufacturing chocolate and what support Teagasc can offer if you are considering it as an enterprise.

04 April 2021

Beetroot Juice producer a finalist Newbie New Entrant Competition

Anne Marie Feighery from Feighery’s Farm in Kilcormac, Co. Offaly was a finalist in the 2020 NEWBIE New Entrant competition. While sourcing beetroot juice for her father Anne Marie noticed a gap in the market for an Irish produced beetroot juice and set about developing her own Beetroot Juice.

03 April 2021

TResearch Spring 2021

TResearch is an official science publication of Teagasc. It aims to disseminate the results of the organisation’s research to a broad audience. The Spring Edition of TResearch has a special feature on grass roots - 70 years of grassland research; milk fractions for pigs; kelp; BREXIT & farm income.

03 April 2021

Tipperary Poultry Farmer wins Newbie New Entrant Competition

Kylie Magner from Magners Farm in Moyglass, Co Tipperary has been selected as the winner of the second Newbie project new entrant competition. Kylie developed a free range poultry enterprise on the farm, initially selling eggs at local markets.

01 April 2021

Farm Business Options - Digitalisation to transform agriculture in Ireland

On a recent Farm Business Options webinar which took place on Tuesday, 23rd March 2021, host Barry Caslin was joined by Teagasc colleagues Stuart Green & Áine Regan and Peter Mc Shane from GLAS Energy Technology, to discuss digitalisation to transform agriculture in Ireland.

31 March 2021

Research Insights Webinar - New Reproductive Technologies to Increase the Sustainability of Milk and Beef Production

On a recent Teagasc Research Insights webinar which took place on Thursday, 18 March, panellists on this webinar discussed the development of new reproductive technologies in relation to heat detection, sexed semen, IVF and male fertility.

31 March 2021

Cross-Fostering & the Use of Nurse Sow Strategies

On the latest episode of the Pig Edge, Ciarán Carroll was joined by Keelin O’Driscoll, Research Officer at the Teagasc Moorepark Pig Research Facility to discuss cross-fostering and the use of nurse sow strategies to rear piglets.

31 March 2021

Equine Nutrition and Digestion

An active horse is a healthy horse. In this Farm Walk and Talk video with AgriAware, Crea English, an equine lecturer in Kildalton College talks to about the equine nutrition and the equine digestive system.

30 March 2021

Growing guides in support of International Year of Fruits and Vegetables

The United Nations General Assembly has designated 2021 the International Year of Fruits and Vegetables (IYFV). To support and raise awareness of the value of fruits and vegetables, Teagasc horticulture Development Department are incorporating this theme into its 2021 programme of activities.

29 March 2021

Teagasc Pig Research Farm Update - March 2021

Tomás Ryan, Farm Manager in the Teagasc Pig Research Facility in Moorepark gives us an update on what's been happening in the unit, covering the latest production figures and the ongoing research taking place in the unit.

28 March 2021

Farmer Safety Health and Wellness Webinar Series: John McNamara

Carbery Group, Cork recently held a Webinar on Farm Safety, Health and Wellness for farmer suppliers in advance of a busy spring. The Event is shown as a series of Webinars for 3 Sundays in March. Last up is John McNamara, Teagasc Health & Safety Specialist on managing farm safety and health on farm

27 March 2021

Farm Business Options Webinar - Farm Diversification in Co. Laois

On a recent Farm Business Options webinar which took place on Tuesday, 16th March 2021, host Peter Doolan, Teagasc Laois was joined by three local farmers to discuss farm diversification into soft food produce, angling and organic dairying in Co. Laois. A Q&A session also took place

26 March 2021

Pig Newsletter March 2021

Get the latest information and advice from the Teagasc Pig Team. In this month's edition: Optimising creep feeding; Mixed up about mixing and Rectal Prolapse – Causes and Cures

25 March 2021

Best Practice use of pesticides

Monitoring of drinking water in Ireland continues to detect exceedances above the standard for certain herbicides. The chemicals causing greatest problems are MCPA (Agritox, Mortone, etc) and 2,4-D (Bandock EW, Mortox 50 etc). They are highly soluble in water. Kieran Kenny ASSAP Advisor has more

25 March 2021

Is Organic tillage for you?

The latest Organic Farm Scheme is open to tillage farmers against the backdrop of an EU target to have 25% of all land in organic production by 2030. On this week’s episode of the Tillage Edge podcast, Elaine Leavy, Organic Specialist in Teagasc, joined Michael Hennessy to discuss organic tillage

25 March 2021

Pesticides and losses to water

What happens to pesticides after application? TEAGASC researchers have monitored the concentrations of commonly used herbicides in two agricultural river catchments as a part of the EU Horizon 2020-funded WaterProtect. Per-Erik Mellander, Catchment Scientist, has details of this on-going monitoring

24 March 2021

What is a Riparian Margin & what can it do for Water Quality?

A Riparian Margin is the land that runs alongside our rivers and streams. Here, Fiona Doolan, Teagasc ASSAP Advisor, Co. Laois, talks about a variety of riparian margins. She explains the benefits of a riparian margin on water quality and the role it plays in protecting rivers and streams

23 March 2021

How Nitrate leaching occurs

Nitrate leaching can occur during times of heavy or prolonged rainfall. Free draining soils are particularly susceptible to nitrate loss as it's very mobile in soil and readily leaches groundwater. The highest risk is in winter and early spring, as Prof Owen Fenton, Teagasc Researcher explains

22 March 2021

Using kick sampling to determine the quality of water in a river?

Macro-invertebrates are small aquatic animals such as insect larva, snails, worms, beetles etc and are excellent indicators of water quality. Where rivers are unpolluted these are in abundance. Scientists examine these macroinvertebrates by kick sampling, as LAWPRO catchment scientists demonstrate

22 March 2021

Why is water quality important?

We need safe and secure waters to supply agriculture, industry and our drinking water needs. It is important that we understand what causes damage to our waters and work together to protect them. As part of Water Quality Week and World Water Day today, LAWPRO Scientist Ruth Hennessy has more here

21 March 2021

EU's green deal - Essential role of legumes

This webinar is a Legume innovation and networking workshop which is hosted by Mark Gibson and brought to you by Teagasc. The legumes innovation workshop aims to identify transition paths enabling home grown legumes in a more sustainable food and feed value chain.

21 March 2021

Farmer Safety Health and Wellness Webinar Series: Rena Buckley

Carbery Group, Cork recently held a Webinar on Farm Safety, Health and Wellness for farmer suppliers in advance of a busy spring. The Event will now be shown as a series of Webinars for 3 Sundays. The second is Rena Buckley, giving pointers on Gaining Health through, Exercise and Diet

20 March 2021

Teagasc forest establishment workshops very well received

During February and March, landowners were able to participate in three one-hour online workshops “Planting a new forest - Getting started”, organised by Teagasc’s Forestry Development Department. Close to 600 people registered for these workshops and each session had well over 300 participants

19 March 2021

Water Quality Week

Teagasc Water Quality Week runs next week Monday, 22nd March to Friday, 26th March. Water quality week is organised in collaboration with the dairy processing co-ops and the Local Authority Waters Programme (LAWPRO). Noel Meehan, Programme Manager ASSAP has details of the plans for the week here

19 March 2021

Farm Business Options Webinar - Agri-Tourism and Poultry in Cavan

On a recent Farm Business Options webinar which took place on Tuesday, 9th March 2021, host, Bernard Doorley, Teagasc Offaly was joined by three local farmers to discuss agri-tourism and poultry in Cavan.

18 March 2021

Teagasc Daily – One year on

Today is the 1st Anniversary of the introduction of Teagasc Daily, a new digital communication channel providing information to Teagasc audiences. It was set up in response to the first Covid related lockdown last March, as a digital tool to maintain knowledge transfer to Teagasc audiences.

17 March 2021

Saint Patrick in Ireland: Names and Places

Lá Fhéile Pádraig shona dhaoibh! For Saint Patrick’ Day we have a special map, dedicated to Ireland’s patron saint. The static map provides an overview of the townlands and settlements deriving their names from Saint Patrick, including a short summary of the mythology. Read on for more details

14 March 2021

GLAS Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme Farmer Focus - John & Margaret Murphy

John & Margaret Murphy, Co. Cork are GLAS participants who availed of the Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme for repairs to an old stone outbuilding on the farm. Eimear Connery, Teagasc Advisor has more details. For the past four days Teagasc Daily focused on Co Cork participants of this scheme

14 March 2021

Farmer Safety Health and Wellness Webinar Series: Steve Redmond

Carbery Group, Cork recently held a Webinar on Farm Safety, Health and Wellness for farmer suppliers in advance of a busy spring. The Event will now be shown as a series of Webinars from today for 3 Sundays. The first is Steve Redmond, first person to complete the ‘Seven Ocean’s Challenge

13 March 2021

GLAS Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme Farmer Focus - Tom O'Neill

Tom O'Neill, Co. Cork is a GLAS participant who availed of the Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme for repairs to an old 1740s tower building. Eimear Connery, Teagasc Advisor has more details. For one more day, of a four day focus, Teagasc Daily will focus on Co Cork participants of this scheme

12 March 2021

Sustainable Soil Health Management in Vegetable Production Webinar

The third webinar in the Teagasc Vegetable Series took place on Wednesday, 3rd March 2021. This webinar focused on the specific challenges for field vegetable production on soil health. Event hosts were Eoin Sweetman and Andy Whelton, Teagasc Horticulture Development Department

12 March 2021

GLAS Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme Farmer Focus - Kevin Wood

Kevin Wood, Co. Cork is a GLAS participant who availed of the Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme for repairs mainly to a lofted grain store dating back to 1888. Eimear Connery, Teagasc Advisor has more details. For two more days Teagasc Daily will focus on Co Cork participants of this scheme

12 March 2021

Pig Newsletter - February 2021

Get the latest information and advice from the Teagasc Pig Team. In this month's edition: alternative environmental enrichment sources; and some frequently asked questions!

11 March 2021

GLAS Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme Farmer Focus - Siobhan Madden

Siobhan Madden, Co. Cork is a GLAS 3 participant who availed of the Traditional Farm Buildings Grant Scheme for repairs to adjoining 200 year old buildings. Enda Maloney, Teagasc Advisor has more details. For the next three days Teagasc Daily will focus on Co Cork participants of this scheme

11 March 2021

New Head appointments in Teagasc

Congratulations to the two new Heads of Department in Teagasc, on their appointments announced recently; Valerie Farrell Head of Human Resources, and Professor David Kenny, Head of Animal and Bioscience Research and to Paul Maher as Head of International Relations and Corporate Strategy in Teagasc

11 March 2021

The Signpost Series - Impact of climate change on smallholder food production in the tropics

In this episode of The Signpost Series, Mark Gibson is joined by Paul Wagstaff, Senior Agricultural Advisor with Self Help Africa who speaks about the impact of climate change on smallholder food production in the tropics and the interventions that can be used to reduce the impacts of climate change

09 March 2021

Wood Heritage

Wood is the oldest material known to humans. Michael Somers, Forestry Advisor takes us on a journey through the heritage of wood from the 7th Century to the present day. He outlines it's varied and interesting uses which are steeped in tradition and culture.

08 March 2021

Today's Farm - March/April 2021

The March/April edition of our bi-monthly magazine is now available online. One of the main articles in this edition is a Q& A with the new Teagasc Head of Knowledge Transfer, Stan Lalor. It also has articles on fertiliser, Basic Payment Scheme (BPS), how birds use hedges, and more.

07 March 2021

Research Insights Webinar - Achieving Sustainable Genetic Gain in Farmed Animals

The first webinar in this mini series of three, took place at 9:30am on Wednesday, 3rd March. The panellists on this webinar give an insight into the process of how genetically elite parents of the next generation are identified and selected using modern-day breeding tools.

06 March 2021

Farm Planning – Don’t leave it to the last minute

Andy Ryder, Drystock Advisor, Teagasc Westport focuses on applications for and changes to, Herd Numbers. He identifies how this impacts on Basic Payment Scheme, ANC, GLAS and Forestry schemes. Andy emphasizes the importance of planning in advance and not leaving Herd No changes until the last minute

06 March 2021

Let's Talk Equine Webinar - ‘No foot, no horse’ - nurturing a sound foundation is imperative

The 12th webinar in the Let's Talk Equine series took place on Tuesday, March 2nd 2021. Teagasc Equine Specialist, Wendy Conlon was joined by Andrew Mahon, Master Farrier to discuss ‘No foot, no horse’ - nurturing a sound foundation is imperative.

05 March 2021

Equine Herpes Virus -1 (EHV-1) Outbreak

EHV is a herpes virus. EHV-1 can cause four manifestations of disease in equines, including neurological form, respiratory disease, abortion and neonatal death. Wendy Conlon, Equine Specialist advises horse owners to be vigilant, outlines bio-security actions to take and provides further information

05 March 2021

Irish Pig Market; Riding high in Dec but shot down in May

Michael McKeon, Teagasc Pig Development Officer, Moorepark, reviews the Ups and Downs of the Irish Pig Market of 2020; a year of great promise but of modest profitability. He also discusses the volatility of the feed ingredient market here

04 March 2021

Teagasc SRUC Digital Solutions Conference 2021

The role of digital in securing a green rural economy was the focus of a joint virtual conference, held by Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) and Teagasc, which took place on Tuesday, 9th February. The virtual conference was the third in a series of annual events.

03 March 2021

Farm Business Options Webinar - Social Farming

On a recent Farm Business Options webinar which took place on Tuesday, 2nd March 2021, host Barry Caslin, Teagasc was joined by Helen Doherty, Social Farming Ireland and two social dairy farmers, to outline what anyone considering running a Social Farm enterprise needs to know.

02 March 2021

The Role of Legumes in Reducing Fertilizer N Usage Webinar

Legumes can replace fertilizer N on grassland and arable farms, lowering greenhouse gas and ammonia emissions and improving water quality. The third Legume Innovation and Networking Workshop takes place online as an interactive webinar on Wednesday 3rd March at 9.30am. Register here

02 March 2021

North-facing slopes: Topography and the start of spring

Topography describes many aspects of the physical landscape we live in. February Map of the Month shows areas where topography has a tangible impact. Soil temperature is key to start of growth in spring. Besides latitude, exposure to sunlight is an important factor determining the start of spring.

01 March 2021

The Importance of Hedgerows

The Environment Edge is Teagasc’s environment podcast focusing on challenges and opportunities in agriculture. In this episode, Dr Catherine Kenna, Teagasc Countryside Management Specialist, joins presenters Cathal Somers and Deirdre Glynn to discuss the importance of hedgerows as wildlife corridors

28 February 2021

Farm Business Options Webinar - Award-winning potato, cheese and pet farm enterprises in Co. Cork

On a recent Farm Business Options Webinar held Tuesday, 23 February, host Aisling Molloy, Drystock Advisor, Teagasc Kanturk was joined by Norma Dinneen, Bó Rua Farm; Ned English, Castlecor Potatoes and Teresa Leahy, Leahy’s Open Farm to discuss Award-winning potato, cheese and pet farm enterprises

28 February 2021

Teagasc Insights Webinar Series - Advancements in animal breeding

Join Teagasc researchers on three webinars where they will discuss modern-day strategies to identifying genetically elite farm animals. The first webinar in this mini series will take place at 9:30am on Wednesday, 3rd March at 9:30am, followed by Thursday, 18th March and Wednesday, 31st March.

27 February 2021

Additional resources to meet demand for Green Cert Courses | Teagasc Virtual College Open Days

Teagasc welcomes the recent announcement by the Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Charlie McConalogue T.D., giving approval for the recruitment of 20 fixed term education staff to meet exceptional demand for Teagasc Green Cert courses.

26 February 2021

Pig Farming Options and Opportunities for Reinvestment

Just a year ago, pig producers were experiencing a long awaited period of strong profitability on the back of the brightest outlook for the sector in decades. Emer McCrum, Pig Development Officer, Teagasc discusses the Options and Opportunities for pig producers to reinvestment in their businesses.

26 February 2021

Smartphone use in Agriculture: What do we know?

As the use of smartphone technology is becoming increasingly popular, there is a need to consider how farmers have adapted. Ursula Kenny gives an insight into a study that was carried out which examined the factors that influence Irish farmers’ engagement with smartphone use.

26 February 2021

Improving Litters Per Sow Per Year

Improving litters per sow per year is the topic for this month’s Pig Edge podcast and Pat Varley, Research & Development Coordinator with PIC Hermitage joined Ciaran Carroll with more details and information.

24 February 2021

Are you interested in coming to a Teagasc College?

Interested in pursuing a career in the land and agri-food sector? Have you considered applying for a course at a Teagasc college? Teagasc colleges offer a wide array of full-time and part-time courses in agriculture, horticulture, equine, forestry and more. Sign up & Join our March Virtual Open Days

24 February 2021

Farm Business Options Webinar - Enterprising and Sustainable Energy Communities in Louth and Kerry

On a recent Farm Business Options Webinar held on Tuesday, 16 February, host Barry Caslin, Teagasc was joined by Gerry Reaburn, Rural Community Development Specialist; Kevin O’Sullivan, Teagasc Kerry/Limerick Advisor & Deirdre de Bhailís, Dingle Hub Manager to discuss Sustainable Energy Communities

24 February 2021

What do I need to know about my Basic Payment Application 2021?

In recent days farmers have been receiving a BPS information pack in the post containing maps and land details. On this week’s Beef Edge podcast, Teagasc Farm Management Specialist James McDonnell, joins Catherine Egan to discuss all you need to know about your basic payment application online form

22 February 2021

Try Horticulture - Virtual Focus on courses

The Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture in the National Botanic Gardens will hold the second of a series of virtual information events on Friday 26th February at 12:30 pm for one hour.

21 February 2021

Safety Tips when Handling Fertiliser

Fertiliser spreading season is upon us and so health and safety must always be a priority. Teagasc Health and Safety Specialist, Francis Bligh, looks at the actions that can be taken to prevent injury when handling fertiliser.

21 February 2021

Research Insights Webinar - Viruses - The Fightback and the Future

On a recent Research Insights webinar which took place on Wednesday, 17 February, Muireann Egan - Communications Officer, Teagasc Food Research Programme was joined by Teagasc Researchers Fiona Crispie, John Kenny and Olivia McAuliffe to learn more about viruses…the good and the bad.

20 February 2021

Safety at calving time

As we enter a busy period on many farms with calving occurring we should always take account of safety. A quarter of Irish farm accidents and one fifth of farm deaths are livestock related. Attacks by recently calved cows are a common cause of such accidents. Enda Geoghegan, Teagasc Advisor has more

20 February 2021

Teagasc Carrot Fly Webinar

A Vegetable Webinar focusing on Carrot Fly, hosted by the Teagasc Horticulture Development Department, took place on Tuesday, 26th January 2021. Webinar hosts Andy Whelton & Eoin Sweetman, were joined by Prof. Rosemary Collier of Warwick University and UK carrot and parsnip consultant Colin Noble

19 February 2021

Weather and Soil crucial to making great Whisky

A new academic study has provided conclusive proof of terroir’s influence on whisky, settling decades of an industry-dividing debate for both whisky drinkers and producers alike. Terroir is the French principle that factors like soil, microclimate, and topography together can influence flavour

16 February 2021

Teagasc Mayo Webinar - Farming for a Sustainable Future

Teagasc Mayo is hosting a series of online events consisting of relevant and practical advice for farmers in the Region. This first webinar, on Wednesday 17 February at 8pm, moderated by Brendan Garry, Teagasc will focus on farming for a sustainable future. More details here on speakers and topics

14 February 2021

Teagasc Research Insights Webinar - Viruses

Don't miss the next Teagasc Research Insights Webinar: Viruses - The Fightback and the Future, on Wednesday 17th February at 9.30 am, when Muireann Egan Communications Officer, Teagasc Food Research Programme meets Teagasc researchers playing a key role in the fightback against Covid -19

13 February 2021

6th Infogest Webinar on Food Digestion: In silico models of food digestion

The 6th Infogest Food Digestion Webinar, hosted by Dr Andre Brodkorb of the Teagasc Food Research Centre, took place on Wednesday, 3 February 2021. The theme of the webinar was “In silico models of digestion”

12 February 2021

Teagasc Pig Research Farm Update - 11 February 2021

Tomás Ryan, Farm Manager in the Teagasc Pig Research Facility in Moorepark gives us an update on what's been happening in the unit so far this year and plans for the year ahead.

10 February 2021

Be Winter-Ready

Although Spring is here we are still experiencing wintry weather with snow and hazardous conditions forecast for the coming days. It is with this in mind that Teagasc advises farmers to be 'winter-ready' and provides some useful tips for farming during severe weather conditions and advance planning

07 February 2021

Let's Talk Equine - Movement of equines between Ireland and the UK (including as a landbridge) since Brexit

The eleventh webinar in the Let's Talk Equine series took place on Tuesday, 2nd February 2021. Teagasc Equine Specialist, Wendy Conlon was joined by a panel of speakers from the DAFM and Revenue to discuss the Ireland - UK movement requirements for equines since Brexit.

07 February 2021

Teagasc Kildalton College - 2021 Equine Courses

"Hands on courses for hands on people" is how Rosemary Gaffney, Equine Course Director, Kildalton College describes the suite of equine courses on offer for 2021 at Teagasc Kildalton College. These programmes are practically based and industry focused. Rosemary profiles students who trained there

06 February 2021

Digital Solutions to drive a green rural recovery

Teagasc & SRUC have long collaborated on issues of mutual interest, in a series of annual conferences aimed at identifying solutions and helping create new opportunities for our rural economies. The role of digital in securing a green rural economy is the focus of the 9th February virtual conference

06 February 2021

The development of soil mapping in Ireland

Soils are the interface between geology and the living world. In Ireland, a number of significant soil mapping campaigns have been undertaken since the late 1950s. The January Map of the Month looks at the more well known and widely used soil maps and data products produced for Ireland so far.

05 February 2021

Being Sustainable

What is sustainable in the ordinary farmer’s language? Our key marketing organisations such as Bord Bia use it as a primary selling point for Irish produce. Bernie Leahy, Drystock Adviser, Teagasc, Galway defines Sustainability, has sustainable ideas and reminds us that we have only one planet

05 February 2021

Virtual Farmyard Tours

Due to COVID lock down restrictions,for farmers currently in the planning stages of building a new milking parlour one of the challenges is not being able to go and visit other farms. In the absence of farm visits Teagasc has started building a library of virtual farm tours on its website. See below

05 February 2021

Farm Business Options Webinar - Irish Farmers Connecting to the Grid

On the Farm Business Options Webinar, on Tuesday 26 January, host, Barry Caslin, Energy & Rural Development Specialist, Teagasc was joined by Grainne Blount, Natural Forces; Tom Marren, Astatine and Rory Mullan, MullanGrid Consulting to discuss the options for Irish farmers connecting to the Grid

01 February 2021

6th INFOGEST Webinar on Food Digestion

The INFOGEST webinar on Food Digestion is hosted by Dr Andre Brodkorb of the Teagasc Food Research Centre on the first Wednesday each month at 2PM. The theme of the 6th webinar on 3 February is “In silico models of digestion” from Working Group 6 of the INFOGEST network. Muireann Egan has details

31 January 2021

Agricultural Courses-What are the options?

We are in a fortunate position that technology has allowed us to continue with courses throughout lockdowns and classroom restrictions. Students will now be considering third level course options so Serena Gibbons, Education Officer, Teagasc Galway/Clare, outlines what's available from Teagasc

30 January 2021

Teagasc re-introduce COVID-19 telephone helpline for farmers

Teagasc have confirmed today Friday, 29 January that the telephone helpline to assist with queries in relation to COVID-19 issues is re-opening for all farmers. The helpline 076 1113533 is open to all farmers Monday to Friday.

30 January 2021

Teagasc Research Insights Webinar - Balancing demands from land

The final Research Insights Webinar, which took place on Wednesday, 20th January 2021, focusing on Land Use: Balancing demands from land. Teagasc economists use microeconomic data from Teagasc’s National Farm Survey to examine different aspects of the sustainability challenge and food demands

29 January 2021

Teagasc Online Slurry Spreader Calibration Calculator

Many farmers will use Low Emission Slurry Spreading (LESS) methods such as a dribble bar, for the first time in place of the traditional splash plate. When using a new application method it's important to apply the slurry accurately as Francis Quigley, Teagasc Farm Machinery Specialist explains

29 January 2021

The Benefits of Pig Manure for Reducing Chemical Fertiliser Usage

Mark Plunkett, Teagasc’s soil and plant nutrition specialist, joins Gerard McCutcheon on this month’s Pig Edge podcast to explain how farmers using pig manure or any organic manure can reduce their chemical fertiliser usage.

25 January 2021

Sheep Census 2020 deadline fast approaching

Friday 31st December is the 2020 sheep & goat census date. Keepers are required to record census data on their flock registers and return their census data, preferably online. Completed forms returned by post must arrive no later than 1st February 2021. Damian Costello, Sheep Specialist has details

24 January 2021

Let's Talk Equine - Getting ready for the breeding season

Wendy Conlon, Teagasc Equine Specialist was joined by Andrea Ryan, Kilcash Equine Clinic for the latest webinar in the Let's Talk Equine Webinar Series, which took place on Tuesday 12th January 2021. Wendy and Andrea discussed getting ready for the breeding season.

23 January 2021

Farm Business Options Webinar - Farm Diversification in Roscommon & Longford

Webinar host, Donal McCabe, Teagasc Longford facilitated this webinar on Farm Diversification, which took place on Tuesday, 12 January 2021, with guest speakers. This webinar outlined the panellists stories including free range egg production, organic farming and farm shop, and boat & bike hire.

22 January 2021

Pig Newsletter - January 2021

Get the latest information and advice from the Teagasc Pig Team. In this month's edition: Time to revisit your vaccination plan protocol; A focus on stock boars and Review of Strategy 2015 – 2020

22 January 2021

5th International Infogest Webinar on Food Digestion: Digestive amylases and starch digestion

The 5th Infogest Food Digestion Webinar took place on Wednesday, 6 January 2021, organised by Dr André Brodkorb and Dr Muireann Egan, Teagasc. Dr Daniela Freitas, INRAE AgroParisTech, France and Teagasc spoke on the topic of Starch in Food: factors affecting digestion of starch in vivo and in vitro

21 January 2021

Teagasc highlight Farm Diversification Opportunities

Farm Diversification is the establishment of a new enterprise on farm. It usually refers to a non-agricultural or novel enterprise. Many farmers and rural dwellers are interested in diversifying their farm enterprise. Teagasc has a suite of 79 Farm Diversification Factsheets and videos to help

20 January 2021

Teagasc Research Insights Webinar - Understanding and mapping land use

The fourth of five Research Insights Webinars, which took place on Wednesday, 6th January 2021, focused on Land Use - Understanding and mapping land use. Teagasc researchers gave an an insight into the latest techniques being used that allow us to better understand land use in Ireland.

19 January 2021

Consumer perception of salted butter produced from different feed systems

Prof Kieran Kilcawley, Teagasc Moorepark, led a study on salted butter produced from three different feed systems (outdoor grass, grass/clover and indoor concentrate). These were evaluated by consumers from Ireland, Germany and United States. Analysis was used to identify key aromatic differences

19 January 2021

Today's Farm - January/February 2021

The January/February edition of our bi-monthly magazine is now available online. The main focus of this edition is on grass, covering topics such as getting ready for grass; Newford Herd makes gains on grass; why paddocks = profit and more.

17 January 2021

Let's Talk Equine - Protecting herd health through biosecurity

In the seventh of the Let's Talk Equine webinar series Wendy Conlon, Teagasc Equine Specialist was joined by Alan Creighton, Head of Environment and Nutrition, Irish Equine Centre on Tuesday 1st December 2020. Wendy and Alan discussed protecting herd health through biosecurity.

15 January 2021

Organic Dairy Farming - Batt Sheehan

Organic Dairy farmer Batt Sheehan farms in Ballynoe, Co. Cork. Batt gives an insight into organic dairy farming and outlines the main challenges he finds with organic farming.

14 January 2021

The importance of taking a proper soil sample

The principle of soil analysis is to determine the average nutrient status of an area and to show the available nutrients in the soil. Once known you can then apply nutrients to bring your soils to optimum fertility. Martina Harrington, Teagasc Beef Specialist advises on proper soil sampling below

12 January 2021

Can we change our behaviour to prevent superbugs?

Antibiotic resistance makes essential antibiotics no longer effective. The invisible threat of antibiotic resistance is a health issue that urgently needs addressing by us all, from farmers to consumers as Alison Burrell & Áine Regan, Teagasc Research explained in Teagasc on RTE Brainstorm recently

11 January 2021

Preventing Deaths with Slurry

The Slurry Spreading season commences in many parts of the Country after the 12th January. With 10% of deaths being slurry-related in the 10 year period to 2020, John McNamara and Francis Bligh, Teagasc Health and Safety Specialists discuss the dangers and prevention of deaths with slurry

10 January 2021

Getting farm safety culture right

In 2020 19 farm workplace deaths took place on Irish farms.This compares with an annual average of about 20 per year over the last decade. Farm workplace injuries are particularly associated with tractors and machinery, livestock, falls from heights and objects falling as John McNamara points out.

10 January 2021

Hemp for a Sustainable Future – Teagasc award at BTYSTE 2021 announced

Cian Walsh, a transition year student at St. Brogan's College, Kilbrogan, Bandon, Co. Cork, is the winner of the Teagasc award at the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition 2021 (BTYSTE). Cian’s project looked at the social, economic and environmental benefits and drawbacks of growing hemp

09 January 2021

Teagasc Pig Research Impacts and Highlights from Strategy 2015 - 2020

This poster features some of the research impacts and highlights of the Teagasc Pig Development Department Strategy 2015 - 2020.

09 January 2021

TResearch Winter 2020

TResearch is an official science publication of Teagasc. It aims to disseminate the results of the organisation’s research to a broad audience. The Winter edition of TResearch has a special feature on Walsh Scholars 2020; Potato Blight; Acoustic sensors for monitoring dairy processes and more.

08 January 2021

Teagasc Pig Development Department Review of Strategy 2015 – 2020

In it's latest publication, the Pig Development Department carries out a Review of Strategy 2015 – 2020. It's vision is to increase profitability in the pig sector by producing environmentally sustainable and welfare friendly pig meat to the highest safety and quality standards.

07 January 2021

Teagasc at the BT Young Scientist and Technology Exhibition (BTYSTE 2021)

Visit the Teagasc virtual stand in the ‘World of Science and Technology’ at BTYSTE 2021, taking place each day from 6th - 8th January at 9 am - 5.30pm. Find out more about the Teagasc prize that is awarded each year to an agricultural or food related project.

07 January 2021

Let's Talk Poultry Webinar - Poultry Nutrition - Time to Take Stock

In this edition of Let's Talk Poultry Webinar Series which took place on Wednesday, 16 December, host Rebecca Tierney, Teagasc Poultry Advisor was joined by Michelle Burke, Senior Poultry Nutritionist, Devenish to discuss poultry nutrition - time to take stock.

06 January 2021

Farm Business Options Webinar - Farm Diversification in Cork West

Webinar hosts, Áine O'Riordan & Seamus Lordan, Teagasc Cork West facilitated this webinar, which took place on Tuesday, 22 December with guest speakers Alan & Valerie Kingston, Glenilen Farm; David & Elizabeth Ross, Top of the Rock Pod Park and walking Centre; & Johnny Lynch, Macroom Buffalo Farm.

05 January 2021

New Joint programme between Teagasc and North Cork Creameries

A new Joint Dairy Programme has been agreed between Teagasc, North Cork Creameries (NCC) and Milk Suppliers. The Joint Programme will focus on improving farm profitability through better grassland management, improved nutrient management planning, breeding and nutrition.

05 January 2021

Biomass for Energy

Biomass can be defined as any material which is, or is derived directly or indirectly from, plant matter, animal matter, fungi or algae. This includes wood, straw, energy crops, sewage sludge, waste organic materials and animal litter. Barry Caslin has more information

05 January 2021

The Signpost Series Webinar - Measuring and Mapping Hedges

On this episode of The Signpost Series Webinar which took place on Friday, 11 December, Mark Gibson, Teagasc ConnectEd and Pat Murphy, Head of Environment KT, Teagasc were joined by Stuart Green, Teagasc Research Officer to discuss measuring and mapping hedges.

02 January 2021

Aim for Zero Farm Accidents in 2021

Aim for Zero farm accidents every day in 2021. An accident causes tragedy and leads to tragedy, pain and suffering, and possibly lifelong disability. It is in everyone’s best interests to put time and effort into preventing accidents.This is the message from John McNamara Health & Safety Specialist

01 January 2021

Have you listened to the Beef Edge Podcast?

Podcasts are free audio shows that anyone with an iPhone, Android or computer can listen to. The Beef Edge podcast is celebrating its 1st Anniversary. Presented by Teagasc Beef Specialist Catherine Egan, the podcast covers the latest news, information and advice to improve your beef farm performance

31 December 2020

Teagasc Pig Research Farm update – 2020 Year in review

Tomás Ryan, Farm Manager at the Moorepark Pig Research Facility talks through the production figures on the farm in 2020 and tells us about some of the plans in place for 2021.

30 December 2020

Let's Talk Poultry Webinar - The Right Tax Structures to Save you Money

In this edition of Let's Talk Poultry Webinar Series which took place on Wednesday, 2 December, host Rebecca Tierney, Teagasc Poultry Advisor was joined by Ciaran McCabe, IFAC Monaghan to discuss the right tax structures to save you money.

29 December 2020

Outlook 2021 Conference (Webinar)

Outlook 2021 Conference took place virtually this year on Tuesday, 1st December. This webinar included details on farm financials across all the major farming systems in Ireland, including output and input prices and agricultural income.

27 December 2020

2027 Sectoral Road Map: Horticulture

A new Teagasc 2027 Sectoral Road Map for Horticulture was published on Tuesday, 8 December 2020. It includes: Market and policy issues; Potential shape and size of sector in 2027; Environmental & land use implications; Technical performance; Research & technology transfer actions and Comment.

27 December 2020

Farm Business Options Webinar - The Farm: feeding the mind and body

Rachel Taylor, Teagasc Kildare was joined by Stephen Morrison, So earth projects; James Fennell, Green Barn at Burtown House in Athy and Helen Mulhall, LEADER on a recent Farm Business Options webinar which took place on Tuesday, 15 December to discuss the farm: feeding the mind and body.

25 December 2020

Gaining Wellness around Christmas Time

The year gone by has been like no other in terms of the challenge of keeping COVID-19 at bay. The holiday period at Christmas time presents a time to relax and gain ‘Wellness’ so ‘batteries can be recharged’ for the year ahead. John McNAmara Health & Safety Specialist has Wellness pointers for all

25 December 2020

Teagasc Research Insights Webinar - Land use and environment - getting the balance right

The ninth webinar in the Teagasc Research Insights Series focused on Land use and environment - getting the balance right, where Teagasc researchers gave an overview of how land use interacts with the delivery of vital ecosystem services.

22 December 2020

Keep safe during the Christmas break

Francis Bligh Teagasc Health & Safety Specialist, has some important advice for farmers in keeping safe during the Christmas break. Read about farmyard safety, creating a safe place on the farm for children, dealing with the cold weather, frozen pipes, lighting, farm animals, machinery and more here

20 December 2020

Teagasc announce winners of Hedge Cutting Competition

As part of Hedgerow Week 2020, which took place between 7 - 12 December, the joint winners of the Teagasc Hedge Cutting Competition for 2019 were announced. They are Liam Herlihy, Kingsland, Bruree, Co Limerick and Tony Mullins, Ballybeg, Mitchelstown, County Cork.

20 December 2020

2027 Sectoral Road Map: Food

A new Teagasc 2027 Sectoral Road Map for Food was published on Tuesday, 8 December 2020. It includes: Market and policy issues; Shape & size of sector at present and in 2027; Environmental & land use implications; Research & technology transfer actions; Some initiatives underway; Outcome of actions

19 December 2020

2027 Sectoral Road Map: Agriculture & the Environment

A new Teagasc 2027 Sectoral Road Map for Agriculture and The Environment was published on Tuesday, 8 December 2020. It includes: Introduction; Actions and 2027 Targets for: Gaseous Emissions, Nutrient Efficiency, Water Quality, Biodiversity and the Soil

19 December 2020

What type of feed system is best for my pig farm?

This infographic takes you through the process of deciding which type of feed system is most suitable for your pig farm, and how to improve feed efficiency on your current system.

18 December 2020

Pig Newsletter - December 2020

Get the latest information and advice from the Teagasc Pig Development Department. In this month's edition: Review of Pig Sector in 2020 and Outlook for 2021; What do EU citizens think about Agriculture and the CAP?; and the cost of Respiratory Disease.

18 December 2020

International INFOGEST Webinar Series on Food Digestion

The INFOGEST monthly Webinar Series on Food Digestion is hosted by Dr Andre Brodkorb of the Teagasc Food Research Centre on the first Wednesday of every month at 2PM. Theme of the 5th webinar on January 6th is “Digestive Amylases & Starch Digestion”, featuring Dr Daniela Freitas, Teagasc Moorepark.

18 December 2020

2027 Sectoral Road Map: Pigs

A new Teagasc 2027 Sectoral Road Map for Pigs was published on Tuesday, 8 December 2020. It includes: Market and policy issues; Potential shape and size of sector in 2027; Environmental & land use implications; Technical performance indicators; Research & technology transfer actions and Comment.

18 December 2020

The Irish Pig Sector Year in Review and Outlook for 2021

For the last The Pig Edge podcast episode of the year, Ciarán Carroll, Head of Teagasc Pigs Knowledge Transfer was joined by Michael McKeon, Specialist Pig Development Officer with Teagasc, based at Moorepark, with a review of the Irish Pig Sector in 2020 and the outlook for 2021.

17 December 2020

Farm Business Options Webinar - Diversifying the Farming Business in Leitrim

Cian Condon, Teagasc Leitrim was joined by Nuala McNulty, Tawnylust Lodge; Helen Hay, Glencar teaSHED & Cianán Redmond 12 Quail Farm on a recent Farm Business Options webinar to discuss the possibility of diversifying the farm business while considering the implications for your core farm business

16 December 2020

Teagasc Pig Development Department Skills Series - Artificial Insemination

The latest edition of the Teagasc Pig Development Department’s Skills Series focuses on Artificial Insemination. Watch an informational video and read a factsheet to find out more about the Artificial Insemination Procedure in pigs.

15 December 2020

2027 Sectoral Road Map: Sheep

A new Teagasc 2027 Sectoral Road Map for Sheep was published on Tuesday, 8 December 2020. It includes: Market and policy issues; Potential shape and size of sector in 2027; Environmental & land use implications; Technical performance indicators; Research & technology transfer actions and Comment.

14 December 2020

10 Things to Know About … Viruses

While Irish Scientists are key in the fight against coronavirus, there's a more abundant type of virus which can be used beneficially in food and medicine. Meet Teagasc researchers tackling the good & bad of viruses on 10 Things to Know About..Viruses, tonight (Mon 14th Dec) on RTÉ One at 8.30PM

13 December 2020

Teagasc Research Insights Webinar - Land Use: Making the most of our land

The eighth webinar in the Teagasc Research Insights Series focused on Land Use. Making the most of our land is the second of five Land Use webinars, where Teagasc researchers give an overview of current research that explores this complex research topic.

06 December 2020

Assistance provided for Teagasc Students

Teagasc has confirmed that it is to fund a Covid payment to Teagasc students and provide a Teagasc laptop loan scheme. Similar supports were introduced for third level students in other education institutions as part of a government initiative in Budget 2021, earlier this autumn

06 December 2020

The Signpost Series - proactively improving human and environmental health through good science

In this edition of the Signpost Series Webinars which took place on Friday, 27 November, Mark Gibson, Teagasc ConnectEd was joined by Dr. John Gilliland, Director of Agriculture & Sustainability, Devenish to discuss how to proactively improving human and environmental health through good science

05 December 2020

World Soil Day

World Soil Day is marked on 5 December each year as a means to focus attention on the importance of healthy soil and to promote sustainable soil management. Find out more about World Soil Day and the work being carried out within the Soil Programme in Teagasc.

04 December 2020

Winner of ‘Enjoying Our Forests’ Category of Teagasc Forest Photo Competition Announced

The Teagasc Forestry Development Department announced the winner of the fourth and final category of its forest photo competition ‘Enjoying Our Forests’ on Monday 30 November. The worthy winner on this occasion is Ms. Deirdre Casolani who resides in Fermoy, Co. Cork.

03 December 2020

Seaweeds for foods and feeds

Seaweeds grow in all of the Earth’s coastal climatic zones and have numerous colours, shapes and uses. Although consumed widely in Japan as an important dietary source of fibre and vitamins; in the Western hemisphere, they are overlooked as a nutrition source. Maria Hayes, Food Researcher explains

03 December 2020

Farm Business Options Webinar - Walking towards Wellness

Bernard Doorley, Teagasc Tullamore was joined by a panel of guests on a recent Farm Business Options webinar which took place on Tuesday, 24 November to discuss on farm diversifications with a focus on coping with the pressures of farming.

02 December 2020

Let's Talk Poultry Webinar - Poultry & Eggs – An underpromoted superfood

In this edition of Let's Talk Poultry Webinar Series which took place on Wednesday, 25 November, host Rebecca Tierney, Teagasc Poultry Advisor was joined by Professor Patrick Wall, University College Dublin (UCD) to discuss poultry & eggs - an underpromoted superfood.

01 December 2020

Insects as Food

Considering increasing global population and increasing demand for proteins, the current food production system cannot be sufficient to meet this demand. And so, emerging protein sources need to be considered and evaluated. Carlos Álvarez García Food Researcher tells of the promise of edible insects

01 December 2020

The soil microbiome and soil health

Soils are very important for all life on earth. Everyone understands that soils provide food, as plants and animals grow and develop from the nutrients they contain. However, there are some less obvious functions of soil and Aoife Duff Teagasc Soils Researcher details these here

30 November 2020

The FarmDemo Training Kit has been updated

A unique collaboration between three European H2020 projects, AgriDemo-F2F, PLAID and NEFERTITI, resulted in the development of the FarmDemo Training kit for the organization of farm demonstration events. John Moriarty Advisor on the NEFERTITI and NEWBIE EU H2020 projects has the information

30 November 2020

A peak through the clouds: Seeing Ireland with Radar

Clouds can be a persistent problem in using satellite data in Ireland. To overcome this problem we can use RADAR satellites. RADAR can’t give us the range of information conventional satellites can but it does see through clouds. November Map of the Month shows Ireland captured through the clouds.

29 November 2020

Food Webinar Series - Maximising value from microbiological testing and Shelf-Life studies

This Food Industry Training Webinar was hosted by Carol Griffin, Teagasc. In it Des Walsh, Teagasc spoke on Choosing the most appropriate microbiolgical tests; Good sample handing; Making use of testing data and Specialised research to support shelf-life data. A Question and Answer Session followed

27 November 2020

Animal Health Awareness Week for Pig Farmers

As part of Animal Health Awareness Week - a Department of Agriculture, Food & the Marine (DAFM) initiative – on the latest The Pig Edge podcast, Ciarán Carroll spoke to Margaret Wilson, Senior Research Officer with DAFM at Backweston.

27 November 2020

Teagasc Pig Development Department Skills Series - Moving Pigs

The latest edition of the Teagasc Pig Development Department’s Skills Series focuses on moving pigs. Watch an informational video and read a factsheet to find out more about moving pigs.

26 November 2020

Tillage Update - 26th November

Favourable weather for planting in late September and the first half of October has resulted in the winter crop area returning to near normal levels. Ciaran Collins, Teagasc Tillage Specialist takes a look at Winter crop establishment and talks about Slugs, Winter Oilseed Rape and "On Feirm Ground"

26 November 2020

Creating & Shaping the development of Irelands Bioeconomy - The Signpost Series Webinar

In this edition of the Signpost Series Webinars which took place on Friday, 20 November, Mark Gibson, Teagasc ConnectEd was joined by Patrick Barrett from Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine who spoke about the development of Ireland's Bioeconomy.

23 November 2020

Teagasc Research Insights Webinar - Land Use: Demands on our Land

The seventh webinar in the Teagasc Research Insights Series focused on Land Use. Demands on our land is the first of five Land Use webinars where Teagasc researchers give an overview of current research that explores this complex research topic.

22 November 2020

Breeding Sport Horses

What is a sport horse? The foundation Irish sport horse breeds are the Irish draught horse and thoroughbred, with influence also from the Connemara Pony. In recent generations, there has been an infusion of continental warmbloods resulting in a considerable amount of crossbreeding with these breeds

21 November 2020

Fresh Blueberry Production

Blueberries are one of the more unusual soft fruit crops grown in Ireland. Blueberries are perennial flowering plants, which produce berries each year. All growers must operate under the food hygiene programme of the DAFM. There are excellent opportunities for new entrants to supply the local market

20 November 2020

Teagasc Pig Research Facility Update - 20 November

In this farm update, Tomás Ryan, Farm Manager at Moorepark Pig Research Facility gives us an update on how the unit has been performing over the past three weeks, and over the year to date.

20 November 2020

Transferring the Family Farm Online Event

Transferring the family farm is a business transaction with complex issues to address. An online seminar on farm succession with Teagasc Farm Management Specialists was held to help farm families with this process. It covered all aspects that need to be considered when writing a succession plan

20 November 2020

Farm Business Options Webinar - Adding value to farm produced food

On a recent Farm Business Options webinar which took place on Tuesday, 17 November, host Barry Caslin was joined by Eddie O'Neill & Carol Griffin, Teagasc who gave an insight into the steps people should take when they are thinking of starting a food business and developing a new food product.

19 November 2020

Pig Newsletter - November 2020

Get the latest information and advice from the Teagasc Pig Team. In this month's edition: Relative Price of Feed Ingredients, The Economics of Early Culling, Don’t go with the Flow and Alternative Energy Sources

18 November 2020

Teagasc/FBD Student of the Year Awards 2019 - We have a winner!

Enda Farrell of Co. Longford, is the 2019 Teagasc/FBD Student of the Year. The announcement was made at an online virtual awards ceremony on Monday. The Minister for Agriculture, Food and Marine, Charlie McConalogue TD, congratulated Enda Farrell and all finalists, wishing them well in their careers

18 November 2020

“Beeing” In the Moment!

“It’s an ill wind that blows no good”. Climate change is increasing its negative impact on farm environments with the recent Storm Ellen in August creating havoc with many mature deciduous trees bowled over in East Galway farmlands. Bernie Leahy, Advisor elaborates on her Irish Native Black Bee find

18 November 2020

The Embrace Farm Accident Support Network and how it can help

From 2010 - 2019, 214 farmers lost their lives through a farming accident. On this week’s episode of the Beef Edge Podcast, founding member of Embrace FARM (Farm Accident Support Network) Norma Rohan outlines the services it offers.

17 November 2020

Teagasc Research Insights Webinar - (Bio)Activity: Food Ingredients and Our Health and Fitness

The sixth webinar in the Teagasc Research Insights Series focused on (Bio)Activity: Food Ingredients and Our Health & Fitness. Teagasc Researchers gave an insight into the latest research on the bioactive components in food, novel sources of food bioactives & the effect of food on our fitness.

16 November 2020

Teagasc Research Insights Webinars - Making the most of our land

Land is the basis for human life on the planet. Land use is a complex interdisciplinary science. Join Teagasc researchers on five webinars where they will give an overview of current research that explores this complex research topic.

15 November 2020

2019 Teagasc/FBD Student of the Year Awards Ceremony

Join us online on Monday, 16 November at 7pm for an online virtual awards ceremony to announce the 2019 Teagasc/FBD Student of the Year. There are 14 finalists taking part from all over the country. Get all the details here and on Teagasc Social Media

15 November 2020

Let's Talk Equine - Understanding current parasitism challenges and practical tips to protect herd health

In the sixth of the Let's Talk Equine webinar series Wendy Conlon, Teagasc Equine Specialist was joined by Dr. Ursula Fogarty, Irish Equine Centre and Nicola Walshe, UCD in the which focused on understanding current parasitism challenges and practical tips to protect herd health.

14 November 2020

Maximising value from microbiological testing and shelf-life studies - Webinar

On a recent Teagasc Food Industry Development webinar which took place on Tesday, 3rd November, host Carol Griffin, Teagasc Ashtown was joined by Des Walsh and Kaye Burgess, Teagasc to discuss maximising value from microbiological testing and shelf-life studies.

14 November 2020

Transferring the Family Farm Online Event

Join us on Tuesday, 17 November at 7:30pm for a short seminar on farm succession, led by Teagasc Farm Management Specialists followed by an opportunity to submit your questions to them privately and have them answered on a one to one basis.

14 November 2020

Today's Farm - October/November 2020

The November/December edition of our bi-monthly magazine is now available online. The main focus of this edition is on the environment, covering topics such as the Teagasc Biodiversity Management Practice Index (BMPI); How to reduce energy consumption on your dairy farm; farm roadways and more.

13 November 2020

Education options towards a career in dairy farming

The next generation of farm owners and managers should avail of every training opportunity available to them in order to achieve the requisite knowledge, skills and experience to secure the long term future of their dairy business. EmmaLouise Coffey, Education Programme Co-ordinator has the details

13 November 2020

A Day in the Life - Sustainable Diets

Dr. Sinéad MCCarthy Nutritionist Teagasc Food Research Centre, Ashtown discusses the impact of the foods we produce and eat on our health and planet and suggests ways we can be more sustainable with our food choices

13 November 2020

Teagasc Pig Development Department Skills Series - Cross Fostering Piglets

The latest edition of the Teagasc Pig Development Department’s Skills Series focuses on cross fostering piglets, how to best cross foster and what to avoid. Watch an informational video and read a factsheet to find out more about cross fostering piglets.

13 November 2020

A Day in the Life - Sensory Analysis

A Day in the Life: Sensory Analysis - how does your food taste? As part of Science Week, Carol Griffin, Teagasc tells us what sensory science is and how useful it is. What is a taste panel? How do taste panels work? What can they tell us?

12 November 2020

A day in the life - Food in the Future: 3D printing

For Science Week, Teagasc Walsh Scholar Ricardo Uribe Alvarez introduces his project on 3D Dairy. In Teagasc Moorepark, we’re looking at using dairy ingredients to make 3D printed dairy snacks.

12 November 2020

A day in the life - Food Structure: What’s beneath the surface?

For Science Week, Deirdre Kennedy from the National Food Imaging Centre, Teagasc Moorepark, introduces Food Structure: What’s beneath the surface? At the National Food Imaging Centre, we study food structure using state-of-the-art microscopes, high speed cameras even virtual reality.

12 November 2020

A Day in the Life: Land-based careers – An opportunity to grow

If you are curious about how things work, or want to learn more about yourself and the world around you, then you could be suited to a career in agriculture, horticulture, equine or forestry. James Maher, Education Resource Specialist, Teagasc Curriculum Development and Standards Unit has details

11 November 2020

From Farm to Fork, how grass can be made into milk and cheese.

Teagasc Staff; Marion Beecher, Emer Kennedy, Eimear Ferguson and Margie Egan, are together addressing the questions you have about cows for Science Week. Why grass is green or how grass grows? Why cows can eat grass but humans cannot? How much does a cow eat and drink in a day? Find out more..

11 November 2020

The Farm Systems and Courses on Offer at Gurteen College

Gurteen College Beef Lecturer, Peter Grogan, and Drystock Farm Manager, Gerard Carey, give an overview of Gurteen College, the farm systems operated and what it has to offer students on this week’s episode of the Beef Edge Podcast with Catherine Egan Teagasc Beef Specialist.

10 November 2020

A Day in the Life - Have you sequestered your carbon yet?

A Day in the Life: James Rambaud, a Research Technician at Teagasc Environment Research Centre, Johnstown Castle gives us an insight into carbon sequestration.

10 November 2020

A Day in the Life - We are all fed from soil

A Day in the Life: Guylain Grange, a Teagasc Walsh Scholar PhD candidate at Teagasc Environment Research Centre, Johnstown Castle, Co. Wexford, talks about how plant biodiversity can help improve our soils.

09 November 2020

Science Week - Careers in Horticulture

All the careers in Horticulture are tied together with a passion and love of working in the outdoor space with plants. For Science Week, John Mulhern, College Principal, Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture, National Botanic Gardens, outlines the many and varied careers available in Horticulture

09 November 2020

International Whey Conference (IWC2020) - A Better Whey of Life

The IWC is a unique forum uniting the whey business and scientific community worldwide for an interactive dialogue on the most relevant aspects of whey production, processing and applications. This year, it's online for the first time with three webinars on markets, nutrition and technology.

09 November 2020

A day in the Life -The Art of Grafting

A Day in the Life: Paul Fitters, Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture, National Botanic Gardens, explains the art of grafting. You’ve probably heard of tree surgeons, but did you know that here in the National Botanical Gardens we even perform transplants on trees? It is called grafting.

08 November 2020

Snail Farming – Alternative Enterprise for Farmers

HELICULTURE commonly known as Snail Farming, is the process of raising edible snails. Snail farming is a niche farming concept which has evolved here in recent years. Eddie Webb, B&T Soil & Environment Adviser has the details from Stephen Ryan's enterprise - ‘Exclusive Escargot’ in Tuam, Co. Galway

08 November 2020

Teagasc National Farm Survey Sustainability Report 2019 Webinar

The Teagasc National Farm Survey Sustainability Report 2019 Webinar took place on Tuesday, 3 November 2020. It provided an overview of the latest Sustainability Assessment for Irish Agriculture, including outcomes for 2019.

07 November 2020

Farm Business Options Webinar - Insurance around farm diversifications

The fourth webinar in the Farm Business Options Series took place on Tuesday, 3 November. Webinar host, Barry Caslin, Teagasc was joined by Stewart Gavin & Ciaran Roche, FBD Insurance and Graham Kenny, Bike Park Ireland to discuss Insurance around farm diversifications.

07 November 2020

Festival of Farming and Food – SFI Science Week at Teagasc 2020

Join Teagasc for a series of exciting virtual events for Science Week (November 8-15) as part of ‘The Festival of Farming and Food – SFI Science Week at Teagasc’. The theme for Science Week 2020 is ‘Choosing our Future’; focusing on how science can improve our lives in the future and in the present.

07 November 2020

Moorepark Technology Ltd.- Scaling and Innovation Supports for the Food and Drink Industry - Webinar

Carol Griffin, Teagasc Ashtown, hosted this webinar titled “Moorepark Technology Ltd.- Scaling and Innovation Supports for the Food and Drink Industry”. The webinar featured a presentation from MTL General Manager Kieran Downey, followed by a questions and answers session

06 November 2020

Macro to Micro: Food Structure, Digestion and the Microbiome

What is your gut feeling about food? Teagasc researchers have the answers on how your food is digested and what role your gut bacteria play in maintaining your health, the digestion process and the latest research on the impact of your food choices can have on your health and lifestyle.

06 November 2020

Small woodlands – big benefits

The many benefits of planting trees and woodlands on farms, including those with horses, is discussed by Noel Kennedy, Forestry Development Officer and Equine Specialist Wendy Conlon. An old Chinese proverb states ‘the best time to plant a tree is twenty years ago and the second best time is now'

06 November 2020

The inclusion of Rye and Field Beans in pig diets

On the latest episode of the Pig Edge podcast Peadar Lawlor, Principal Research Officer at Moorepark Pig Research facility, discusses the inclusion of Rye and Field Beans in pig diets, with Ciarán Carroll.

05 November 2020

Nursery Stock Meeting - Autumn Plant Health Webinar

Dónall Flanagan, Nursery Stock/ Ornamentals Specialised Advisor at Teagasc Ashtown Research Centre was joined in this Nursery Stock Meeting by Glenn Kirby - Syngenta Technical Manager, who shared his experience in key areas of IPM, application, resistance, biological products and market impacts

04 November 2020

Farm Business Options Webinar:Solar Photovoltaic (PV) – Questions for solar developers

The third webinar in the Farm Business Options Series took place on Tuesday, 27 October. Host Barry Caslin, Teagasc Energy & Rural Development Specialist was joined by James McDonnell, Teagasc Farm Management Specialist, James Staines, Principal of Staines Law and Declan McEvoy, Head of Tax, IFAC

02 November 2020

Teagasc National Farm Survey Sustainability Report - 2019 Webinar

Sustainability is at the core of Agricultural Policy both in Ireland and in the European Union. Join Teagasc researchers to learn about the Economic, Environmental and Social Sustainability of Irish Agriculture, including outcomes for 2019.

31 October 2020

On the path to biodiversity recovery

The EU Biodiversity Strategy for 2030 has proposed a number of challenging targets that will inform policy, practice and research for the coming decades. Researchers John Finn and Daire Ó hUallacháin go through some that are relevant to agriculture

30 October 2020

Teagasc Pig Development Department Skills Series - Handling the Sow

In this instalment of the Teagasc Pig Development Department Skills Series the focus is on handling the sow when she needs assistance while farrowing.

30 October 2020

Prepared Consumer Food Centre

The Prepared Consumer Food Centre (PCFC) is a state of the art food research and development centre located at Teagasc Ashtown. The Centre can help food businesses to develop new products and overcome obstacles on their product development journey.

30 October 2020

EU Green Deal for a climate- neutral Europe

The EU Green Deal is the big initiative of the recently installed EU Commission. Led by Commission President Ursula Von der Leyen it has the overall aim of making Europe a climate-neutral continent by 2050. Articles on the main aspects of the Green Deal will be published here on Teagasc Daily.

30 October 2020

The Role of Feed Ingredients in Disease Transmission - Virtual Pig Week

Dr Scott Dee, Pipestone Veterinary Services, joins us from the US for a presentation on disease the role of feed ingredients in disease transmission.

29 October 2020

Teagasc Pig Research Facility Update - 29 October

Video in a series by the Teagasc Pig Development Department. Tomás Ryan, farm manager at Moorepark Pig Research Facility talks about the production figures being achieved on the unit at present.

29 October 2020

Biosecurity & Energy Use followed by Farm Visit to Eugene & Ciarán Sheehan pig farm in Co. Cork - Virtual Pig Week

On day three of Virtual Pig Week, which took place on Thursday 22nd October, featured a virtual farm visit to Eugene Sheehan and his son Ciaráns progressive pig farm in Co. Cork.

28 October 2020

Pig Newsletter - October 2020

Get the latest information and advice from the Teagasc Pig Team. In this month's edition: Are you winter ready?, Keeping the 3Ts (Teeth, Testicles and Tails) intact, and removing Zinc Oxide from Irish pig farms - First steps.

28 October 2020

Key Husbandry Practices in Pig Production - Virtual Pig Week

The focus of day two of #VirtualPigWeek on Wednesday, 21st October 2020 was on key husbandry practices in pig production.

27 October 2020

Preventing Musculoskeletal Disorders ( MSDs) among Farmers in Ireland - Webinar

Musculoskeletal disorders (MSDs) are a serious cause for concern for farmers. Research found that 57% of farmers lost full time workdays, with over 22% losing 15 days or more. Join the webinar on Thursday, 29th October to get advice and information on prevention of MSDs

27 October 2020

Virtual Tour of the Teagasc Moorepark Pig Research Facility - Virtual Pig Week

On day one of Virtual Pig Week, which took place on Tuesday 20th October, Tomás Ryan, Farm Manager at Teagasc Moorepark Pig Research Facility brought us on a tour of the unit. This was followed by a live panel discussion, hosted by Emer McCrum, Teagasc Pig Development Department Specialist Advisor.

26 October 2020

Salesian Agricultural College Pallaskenry Virtual Open Day

The Salesian Agricultural College Pallaskenry is hosting a Virtual Open Day on 28th October 2020

25 October 2020

Farm Business Options Webinar: Steps towards an on farm diversification

The second webinar in the Farm Business Options Series took place on Tuesday, 20 October. Host Barry Caslin, Teagasc Energy & Rural Development Specialist was joined by Allen McAdam, CEO, MCA Consulting to discuss the steps towards an on farm diversification.

23 October 2020

Bioeconomy Ireland Week - Friday - The Bioeconomy in Ireland so far

To finish off the Bioeconomy Ireland Week Map Series we show (1) a map Irish Enterprises in the Bioeconomy assembled as part of the All Island BIOMAP project led by the Irish Bioeconomy Foundation, and (2) a network map showing linkages between the current players in the Irish bioeconomy.

22 October 2020

Bioeconomy Ireland Week - Thursday - Investments in the bioeconomy

The bioeconomy is a young & growing sector. While technologies have been developed that can advance it, opportunities need to be scaled up beyond the lab to demonstration & pre-commercial level. In this map we highlight Bio-Based Industries Joint Undertaking (BBI-JU) flagship projects across Europe.

21 October 2020

Bioeconomy Ireland Week - Wednesday - Beyond economic activities

The bioeconomy is not just about production of goods but also for the provisioning of services. Some of them are not always directly obvious. The concept of Natural Capital provides a holistic view on the goods and services provided by the natural environment. Find out more in today's map.

21 October 2020

Building Up Your Mental Resilience in These Times

In light of the Covid-19 restrictions, Dr. Noel Richardson, Director of the National Centre for Men’s Health, IT Carlow, has some tips on mental and physical well-being on this week’s episode of the Beef Edge Podcast.

20 October 2020

Bioeconomy Ireland Week - Tuesday - Opportunities in the bioeconomy

There are many feedstocks that may be used in the bioeconomy. As part of Bioeconomy Week Ireland, in three maps we will highlight some of the resources currently used, their current production levels and what they might be used for.

20 October 2020

Research Insights Webinar - Macro to Micro: Food Structure, Digestion and the Microbiome

Our Research Insights Webinars continue on Wednesday, October 21st at 9.30am. Join Teagasc researchers on the first of two webinars where they will be discussing the digestion process and the latest research on the impact your choice of food can have on your health and lifestyle.

20 October 2020

'On Feirm Ground’ launched to support farmer health and well-being

The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Department of Health, the HSE, Teagasc and IT Carlow have collaborated to fund a programme of research resulting in a training programme that will see agricultural advisors engage with farmers on their health and wellbeing over the farm gate.

19 October 2020

Bioeconomy Ireland Week - Monday - The relevance of the bioeconomy

As part of Bioeconomy Week Ireland, in two maps we will show (a) the development of national bioeconomy strategies in Europe, & (b) employment in the bioeconomy in Ireland as a share of overall employment as one measure of its significance.

18 October 2020

Farm Business Options Webinar: The Support Scheme for Renewable Heat (SSRH)

The first webinar in the Farm Business Options Series took place on Tuesday, 13 October. Host Barry Caslin, Teagasc Energy & Rural Development Specialist was joined by Ray Langton, SSRH Programme Manager, SEAI & Sean Finan, CEO, IrBEA to discuss the SSRH.

18 October 2020

Gurteen College Virtual Open Day

Come and join us to have a virtual tour of the College campus and farm on Tuesday 20th October at 7pm

17 October 2020

How sustainable is the food we eat in Ireland?

Are you Culturally Sustainable, Nutritionally Sustainable or Unsustainable when it comes to your diet? Dr Sinéad McCarthy, Teagasc gives more information on how our food choices have the potential not only to substantially influence our health, but impact on the environment we live in.

17 October 2020

Bioeconomy Ireland Week

Bioeconomy Ireland Week takes place from Monday, 19 to Friday 23 October. Teagasc in collaboration with Agency partners will be presenting a series of maps each day on the bioeconomy to highlight its relevance for a wide range of stakeholders across many sectors.

16 October 2020

Teagasc Virtual Pig Week 2020

Teagasc Virtual Pig Week 2020 will run from Tuesday 20th to Friday 23rd of October. The Teagasc Pig Development Department will be bringing you the latest research and the best technical advice and information.

16 October 2020

Working Towards Positive Mental Health

Over the last number of months, farming has been challenging. COVID-19 has made the normal demands of farming even more difficult which can lead to feelings of being overwhelmed. Francis Bligh & John McNamara, Teagasc Health & Safety Specialists have some advice on Positive Mental Health.

16 October 2020

Virtual Pig Week 2020 - Friday

The focus of Virtual Pig Week on Friday, 23 October is the role of feed ingredients in disease transmission. It also includes a webinar with Dr Scott Dee, Director of Research for Pipestone Applied Research, Minnesota USA

15 October 2020

WEBINAR: The National Food Imaging Centre, Teagasc, Expertise & Tools for Studying Food Structure

Carol Griffin, Teagasc hosted the recent Food Industry Development webinar which focused on the “The National Food Imaging Centre, Teagasc, Expertise & Tools for Studying Food Structure”.The webinar featured presentations from Dr. Deirdre Kennedy and Dr. Laura Mascaraque, followed by a Q&A session.

15 October 2020

Virtual Pig Week 2020 - Thursday

The focus of Virtual Pig Week on Thursday, 22 October is Biosecurity & Energy use. It includes a virtual farm visit to Eugene & Ciarán Sheehan’s progressive pig farm in Co. Cork.

14 October 2020

WEBINAR: The Irish Coronavirus Sequencing Consortium: What We’re Doing and Why?

Teagasc hosted a webinar on Wednesday, 7th October to inform the public on the aims and activities of the Irish Coronavirus Sequencing Consortium, followed by a Q and A session with a panel of experts.

14 October 2020

Virtual Pig Week 2020 - Wednesday

The focus of Virtual Pig Week on Wednesday, 21 October is key husbandry practices in pig production. Teagasc Pig Development Department researchers and farm staff will share some of their key husbandry practices and tips.

13 October 2020

Virtual Pig Week 2020 - Tuesday

The focus of Virtual Pig Week on Tuesday, 20 October is a Virtual Tour of Teagasc Moorepark Pig Research Facility, led by Tomás Ryan, farm manager, where best practice and research and production can be seen from breeding to finishing.

12 October 2020

Teagasc announce details of ‘Virtual Pig Week’

The latest research and the best technical advice and information for pig producers will be broadcast live from Teagasc Moorepark at 1.30pm each day from Tuesday 20 until Friday, 23 October. The ‘Virtual Pig Week’ is being organised by the Teagasc Pig Development Department.

12 October 2020

Teagasc Horticulture College -National Botanic Gardens Virtual information event

Join the Teagasc Horticulture College team - National Botanic Gardens for a virtual information event from 4 - 5pm on Wednesday 14th October. The event will give details on the range of courses available at the college and will be in the format of a live Q & A Event

12 October 2020

New Ammonia MACC – outlook to 2030 - Webinar

The fourth webinar in the Teagasc Research Insights Series focused on the new Teagasc ammonia marginal abatement cost curve. Teagasc Director Professor Gerry Boyle and researchers on this webinar gave an insight into the analysis and cost effective pathways to meet future ammonia emission targets.

11 October 2020

Farm Business Options Webinar Series

A new weekly Teagasc webinar called ‘Farm Business Options’ will feature news, views and interviews on current topics relevant to farm business diversification in Irish Agriculture. Farm Business Options will be broadcast live from 11am to 12noon every Tuesday from October 13th 2020.

10 October 2020

Let's Talk Equine Webinar - A veterinary perspective on breeding and reproductive management

On this episode of Let's Talk Equine which took place on Tuesday, 6 October, host Wendy Conlon, Teagasc Equine Specialist is joined by Dr. John Haughey M.R.C.V.S., Carrickview Stud, Co Armagh to discuss a veterinary perspective on breeding and reproductive management.

09 October 2020

Virtual Pig Week 2020

Starting on Tuesday 20th October and continuing until Friday 23rd October, the Teagasc Pig Development Department will be bringing you the latest research and the best technical advice and information, live at 1.30pm each day.

08 October 2020

Fitzgerald Family Farm Virtual Farm Walk - Work-life balance & Water quality

On Thursday October 1st the Fitzgerald family from Portlaw in County Waterford opened the gates of their farm for a virtual farm walk. The theme for the day was reducing the carbon footprint of milk production systems. Here we focus on work -life balance and water quality on the farm

07 October 2020

EU Pig Poster - Community Manager for Pig Farms

EU PiG Ambassador Shane McAuliffe has opened his pig farm to the public to help inform consumers about sustainable pig production. In order to maintain strict biosecurity measures, large groups can be taken to the viewing room.

06 October 2020

Fitzgerald Family Farm Virtual Farm Walk - Energy & Biodiversity

On Thursday October 1st the Fitzgerald family from Portlaw in County Waterford opened the gates of their farm for a virtual farm walk. The theme for the day was reducing the carbon footprint of milk production systems. Here we focus on the Energy Efficiency and Biodiversity themes from the day.

06 October 2020

How Soil Organic Carbon Cycling works in Irish Soils - Webinar

The third webinar in the Teagasc Research Insights Series focused on how soil organic carbon cycling works in Irish soils. Teagasc Researchers give an insight into their research and an overview of organic carbon cycling in Irish soils and its contribution to mitigating climate change.

06 October 2020

Mountbellew Agricultural College Virtual Open Day- Q & A Session

Mountbellew Agricultural College wishes to welcome you to their Virtual Open Day Live Q and A session. The session will run from 11am to 1pm on Wednesday 7th October 2020.

05 October 2020

Innovation in Agricultural Extension and Education – Looking forward

This year's conference will be online with advance registration required. It will appeal to anybody who is working in public and private agricultural advisory or education services and is an important event for those interested in improving the processes of knowledge transfer in the farming sector.

05 October 2020

Dairy Edge Episode 141

Francis Bligh, Health and Safety Specialist at Teagasc, joins Emma-Louise Coffey on this week’s Dairy Edge podcast to discuss health and safety on the farm workplace.

04 October 2020

Research Insights Webinar - Teagasc ammonia marginal abatement cost curve – outlook to 2030

Our Research Insights Webinars continue on Wednesday, October 7th. The fourth webinar in the Series will discuss the new Teagasc ammonia marginal abatement cost curve – outlook to 2030.

04 October 2020

Mushroom Production

There are many edible mushroom species that can be grown commercially, but in Ireland the white button mushroom (Agaricus bisporus) is almost exclusively grown. Production in Ireland is fairly steady at around 68,000 tonnes per year, 80% of which is exported to the UK.

03 October 2020

The Islands of Ireland

How well do you know your islands? The September map of the month is a map of the coastal and inland islands of the island of Ireland. We've chosen to show the islands without the "mainland",an imaginary Ireland Archipelago.

02 October 2020

National Potato Day 2020

Teagasc supports National Potato Day as the only potato breeder of new varieties in Ireland. Did you know the Potato is the world’s third most important food crop with global acreage rising faster than that of any other crop due to its high yield potential and excellent nutritional characteristics?

02 October 2020

Teagasc Pig Development Department Skills Series - Ear Tagging

This video and factsheet in the Teagasc Pig Development Department Skills Series focus on ear tagging in pigs, an important method of identification and tool which can be used to track individuals and to improve production on farm.

01 October 2020

The Irish Coronavirus Sequencing Consortium: What We’re Doing and Why? - Webinar

The Irish Coronavirus Sequencing Consortium is funded by Science Foundation Ireland. Teagasc are hosting a webinar on 7th October at 7PM to inform the public on the aims and activities of the consortium, including sample processing and data protection.

30 September 2020

EU Pig Poster - Adoption of a Biosecurity Tool

EU Pig aims to raise the competitiveness of the European pig industry by linking producers and sharing best practice and innovations. EUPig Ambassador Eugene Sheehan achieved great benefits in health management through the use of the Biocheck.UGent biosecurity scoring tool.

29 September 2020

Finding farming in our placenames

Mapping historic land use is challenging where spatially explicit data are limited. Here, Jesko Zimmermann of the Department of Agrifood Business and Spatial Analysis talks about a short project in which he and colleague Rob O’Hara use old Irish townland names to map historic agricultural practices

29 September 2020

SmartCow H2020 project

SmartCow is a Research Infrastructures (RIs) project which aims to integrate key European cattle research infrastructures to promote their coordinated use and development and thereby help the European cattle sector face the challenge of sustainable production.

28 September 2020

Teagasc Food Gateways event – online/virtual event

Food Formulation for the Future – for a fair, healthy and environmentally-friendly food system. The Virtual event takes place online this Wednesday 30th September from 10am - 12.30pm.

28 September 2020

Farmers are Highly Vulnerable to COVID-19

Preventing the horrific mortality and ill health consequences of COVID-19 infection poses a huge and on-going challenge in Ireland and among the farming community over the coming months. A study by a research and knowledge transfer team from Teagasc and the National Centre for Men’s Health, Institu

25 September 2020

Best practice for health and safety on sheep farms

Farm accidents causing serious injury average 2,500 a year. These can lead to permanent disability and interfere with a person’s ability to far. Farmers also have high levels of preventable ill health. Teagasc Health & Safety staff John McNamara, Francis Bligh and Serena Gibbons give some advice

25 September 2020

The tillage sector and how it interacts with the pig sector

On the latest episode of the Pig Edge Podcast Michael Hennessy, Head of Crops Knowledge Transfer at Teagasc Oak Park, joins Ciarán Carroll to give an overview of the tillage sector and how it interacts with the pig sector.  

23 September 2020

Pig Newsletter - September 2020

Get the latest information and advice from the Teagasc Pig Team. In this month's edition: Rye in growing-finishing pig diets, Interpig Figures - 2019 performance, Managing supplementary milk in the farrowing room and Choosing the best pig, an introduction to selective breeding.

20 September 2020

Starting a Food Business

When thinking of starting a new food business, there are many things to consider, including your market, products, premises, equipment, branding and promotion, as well as the legalities. The Teagasc Food Industry Development Department have some guidance and advice on starting a food business.

20 September 2020

How Soil Organic Carbon Cycling works in Irish Soils?

Our Research Insights Webinars continue on Wednesday September 23rd. The third in the series will focus on - How Soil Organic Carbon Cycling works in Irish Soils? Join our researchers to find out more and gain a better understanding of organic carbon cycling in Irish soils.

19 September 2020

A Better Whey of Life - International Whey Conference (IWC2020)

The International Whey Conference  (IWC)  is a unique forum bringing together the whey business and scientific community from around the world. The conference is an opportunity  for interactive dialogue on the most relevant aspects of whey production, processing and applications.

19 September 2020

Reusing Farm Buildings

Traditional farm buildings have important potential for the diversification of the rural economy in terms of branding, amenity, environmental improvements and economically viable new uses, and create an additional source of income.

18 September 2020

Teagasc Pig Development Department Skills Series - Pig Inspection

The first in the Teagasc Pig Development Department’s Skills Series focuses on Pig Inspection, with a video providing practical advice and accompanying factsheet.

17 September 2020

Why we need healthy soils - webinar

Teagasc researchers on this webinar gave an insight into their research, the health of Irish soils and what we need to do to make them healthier.

16 September 2020

EU Pig Poster - Precision Production

EU Pig aims to raise the competitiveness of the European pig industry by linking producers and sharing best practice and innovations. This poster highlights the benefits achieved by EU Pig ambassador Patrick O’Keefe by implementing a lean programme to improve work efficiency on his farm.

15 September 2020

Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture - Update

The Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture in the National Botanic Gardens and Ashtownhas commenced the September 2020 programme in a blended format. College Principal John Mulhern gives an update

14 September 2020

Teagasc Education Update

All Teagasc colleges and our partner private colleges will have fully reopened by mid-September. Teagasc Head of Education gives an update.

13 September 2020

Bee Keeping and Honey Production

Ireland has a long history of producing quality honey and was a major exporter of comb honey up to the mid 20th century. Dónall Flanagan, Nursery Stock/Ornamentals Specialised Advisor has more information.

12 September 2020

Production of Ice Cream

Since the turn of the century and the development of the ice cream cone, the worldwide growth in consumption has been phenomenal, with over 12 billion litres of ice cream consumed each year in the USA and China alone. The Teagasc Food Industry Development Department have more information.

11 September 2020

An insight into The Pig Edge, Teagasc Pig Podcast

The Pig Edge, Teagasc's podcast covering the latest news, information and advice to improve your pig farm performance, has hosted some excellent guests to date covering a range of topics.

11 September 2020

Anaerobic Digestion

Anaerobic digestion (AD) is the conversion of feedstock (any organic non-woody material) by micro-organisms in the absence of oxygen into biogas and digestate. Barry Caslin, Teagasc Rural Economy Development Programme provides more information.

09 September 2020

EU Pig Poster - Health Management

EU Pig aims to raise the competitiveness of the European pig industry by linking producers and sharing best practice and innovations. This poster outlines the improvements achieved by EU Pig ambassador Patrick Ryan under the theme of health management.

09 September 2020

Water Quality in Connemara - Farming in the Moycullen Gaeltacht Series

The second video in the "Farming in the Moycullen Gaeltacht" series features Ivan Kelly, Teagasc ASSAP Advisor who gives an overview of water quality in the Owenriff catchment area and a brief outline of the function of the ASSAP service to farmers.

08 September 2020

Research Insights Webinar - Why we need healthy soils?

Soils are essential for life on earth, providing food, clean water and habitats for biodiversity, contributing to climate resilience and supporting our cultural heritage and landscapes. Join us for Webinar 2 in the series

07 September 2020

Let's Talk Pigs - Supplementary milk in the farrowing room

On the final webinar in the series of fortnightly webinars aimed at Irish pig producers, host Ciaran Carroll, Head of Teagasc Pigs KT was joined by guest presenter Charlotte Lauridsen who discussed supplementary milk in the farrowing room.

06 September 2020

Steps to Organic Conversion

Organic farming is an overall system of farm management and food production that combines best environmental practices, a high level of biodiversity, the preservation of natural resources, and the application of high welfare standards.

05 September 2020

Chocolate Manufacturing

The worldwide demand for chocolate confectionery is continuing to increase, with the EU being the world’s largest producer and consumer.

05 September 2020

Let's Talk Equine Webinar - Developing a breeding programme and herd

Wendy Conlon, Teagasc Equine Specialist was joined by Tom March, March Stud UK on Tuesday 1 September, for the latest webinar in the Let's Talk Equine series. Wendy and Tom discussed establishing a breeding herd, the decisions involved, and the various ups and downs.

04 September 2020

Food Industry Development Webinar - Cleaning & Hygiene for Food SMEs

Webinar host Ciara McDonagh, Teagasc facilitated this webinar with a presentation from Eddie O’Neill, Teagasc who discussed the principles of cleaning and sanitation in the food production environment in order to comply with legal & technical standards and ensure food hazards are controlled.

03 September 2020

The Signpost Series - Energy Webinar

In this edition of Sustainable Agriculture Webinars, host Mark Gibson was joined by John Upton and Barry Caslin, Teagasc to discuss Energy efficiency and generation & the role of energy efficient and renewable technologies in decarbonising agriculture.

02 September 2020

Teagasc Pig Skills Series

The Teagasc Pig Development Department have been working on a series of informational videos and factsheets focusing on essential skills in pig production. This promotional video gives an insight as to what to expect throughout the series.

30 August 2020

Relative sectorial income from agriculture in Electoral Districts

The Agri-Food sector is an important sector in the Irish economy. The August Map of the Month shows ranking of the share of the income in each Electoral District (ED) attributed to Agriculture, Forestry and Fishing.

30 August 2020

A new mission to improve soil health - Webinar

Teagasc researchers Dr. Karl Richards and Dr. David Wall were joined by Minister of State Martin Heydon TD and Dr Jean-Francois Soussana, Vice-President International Research Policy, INRAE to discuss EU's new mission to improve soil health.

29 August 2020

Organic Horticulture

Organic fruit and vegetables are the main consumer entry point for purchasing organic produce, and they continue to be the area of shortest supply in the organic sector, with most produce imported. Dan Clavin, Teagasc Farm Management and Rural Development Department provides more information.

29 August 2020

Today's Farm September - October

The September - October edition of our bi-monthly magazine is now available online. The main focus of this edition is on getting into dairy farming. Recent entrants to dairy farming are profiled. Find out more about the Dairy Start-up Course.

28 August 2020

Key information about vaccine programmes on farm

Vaccines and vaccination programmes on farm is the topic for discussion on this week’s Pig Edge with Laura Boyd from MSD joining presenter Ciarán Carroll to discuss in detail when farms should consider vaccinating against a disease.

26 August 2020

Pig Research Update - ZINCO

Effects of therapeutic zinc oxide (ZnO) on the microbiome, resistome & immune system of pigs & strategies to face ZnO withdrawal. This project is a collaboration between Teagasc & the School of Veterinary Medicine of the Universidad de Córdoba, Spain.

25 August 2020

INFOGEST Webinar on Food Digestion

Teagasc researchers have been involved in a large-scale EU-funded network to improve and standardise the scientific protocol for simulating food digestion. Join them and their international counterparts on September 2nd for the 1st International INFOGEST Webinar.

25 August 2020

Let's Talk Pigs - Antibiotic use & reduction

In the latest Let's Talk Pigs Webinar, Jens Sørensen, Danvet joined the webinar to discuss the reduction in use of Antibiotics in pigs. The webinar was also joined by Teagasc Pig Development Officer, Michael McKeon for a question and answer session.

24 August 2020

Are you a new entrant to farming?

Could you be Ireland’s best new entrant farmer? This competition invites entries from people who have recently taken up farming or have diversified their farming business

23 August 2020

Floristry

Floristry is the creation and design of floral arrangements such as bouquets, centrepieces, corsages, wreaths and other products.The floristry industry is diverse, challenging and subject to frequent changes in fashion.Andy Whelton, Vegetable and Cut Foliage Specialist Advisor gives more information

23 August 2020

Teagasc Research Insights Webinars

Beginning in August 2020 we will be running a series of webinars focused on addressing the challenges and opportunities in the agri-food sector and showcasing the latest thinking and Teagasc’s research in these areas.

22 August 2020

Alpacas

The alpaca is a domesticated camelid, with an average life expectancy of approximately 25 years. They are livestock, and should be treated as such, not pets. Fact sheet produced by the Rural Economy and Development Programme, with input from Joe Phelan, K2Alpacas.

21 August 2020

Production of Nursery Stock and Ornamental Plants

The Irish ornamental horticulture industry is professional and modern, with high-tech growing systems producing plants of the highest quality. The market is diversified into a range of specialised sub sectors. This factsheet gives information on production of nursery and ornamental plants.

21 August 2020

Connemara Pony Update - Farming in the Moycullen Gaeltacht

The first video in the "Farming in the Moycullen Gaeltacht" series features Connemara Pony Breeder Tomás Mac Lochlainn who discusses topics such as sales, classification and also highlights the importance of DNA testing.

21 August 2020

Pig Newsletter - August 2020

Get the latest information and advice from the Teagasc Pig team. In this month's edition: Increasing performance in the Teagasc Pig Research Facility; Maintenance on Farm; New Tools to Benchmark your Farm; Let's Talk Pigs Webinar Series and The Pig Edge Podcast.

16 August 2020

Jessy's Smart Kids August 2020

Jessy's Smart Kids is a fun easily downloadable kids farm safety newsletter. This edition of Jessy's Smart Kids includes: Harvest time; Pesticides and Crack the code.

16 August 2020

Production of Yoghurt

The production of yoghurt is a relatively simple procedure. Milk, which can be fortified with milk powder to give a thicker product, is pasteurised, cooled and inoculated with starter bacteria, which ferment the milk, causing it to clot or gel. This factsheet gives advice on yoghurt production.

15 August 2020

Farm Fresh Turkey Production

Farm-fresh turkey production refers to the growing of turkeys in smaller units, when compared to the large-scale contract commercial year-round production.

15 August 2020

Let's Talk Equine Webinar- Identifying prospective performance and breeding stock as foals

In the fifth of the Let's Talk Equine webinar series, host Wendy Conlon, Teagasc Equine Specialist is joined by Andrea Etter, Belmont House Stud to discuss identifying prospective performance and breeding stock as foals. Andrea's presentation is followed by a Q&A session.

14 August 2020

How to cut energy costs on farm

On the latest episode of the Pig Edge podcast, Ciarán Carroll discusses energy use on pig farms.

13 August 2020

Farming in the Moycullen Gaeltacht

Teagasc Galway/Clare are working with Teach na Gaeilge Moycullen to bring you the "Farming in the Moycullen Gaeltacht" video series which focuses on farming in the Moycullen Gaeltacht.

12 August 2020

Pig Research Update - PigNoDock

Development & implementation of tail biting risk assessment tool on commercial pig farms. This project is a collaboration between Teagasc & University College of Dublin.

11 August 2020

Let's Talk Pigs- Rearing pigs with intact tails

In the latest Let's Talk Pigs webinar, Mirjam Lechner joined the webinar to discuss rearing pigs with intact tails. The webinar was also joined by Teagasc Pig Development Officer, Michael McKeon for a question and answer session.

10 August 2020

InstaLive with Teagasc Grass10 & PastureBase Ireland

John Douglas from Teagasc Grass10 and Micheal O'Leary from PastureBase Ireland joined us on an Instagram live on Wednesday, 5 August to answer your questions on Autumn Grazing Management.

09 August 2020

Teagasc Pig Research Facility Update - 6 August

Video in a series by the Teagasc Pig Development Department. Tomás Ryan farm manager in the Teagasc Pig Research Facility gives us an update on what's been happening in the unit.

09 August 2020

Free Range Egg Production

The egg production industry has increased substantially in recent years, due to our growing population and a demand for protein foods. The sector is divided into four varying intensities: enriched cages; barn; free range; and, organic.

08 August 2020

Dry Stone Wall Building

Dry stone walls are synonymous with the Irish rural and upland landscape features. It is estimated that the Irish countryside has over 400,000km of dry stone walls, and 210,000km of stone-earthen banks. Dr Alan M.Hurley gives information on dry stone wall building

07 August 2020

Free Range Goose Production

The rearing of geese can be a profitable enterprise on a farm. In many other areas of poultry, the use of artificial heating and lighting has led to year-round production. However, this is not the case for the production of geese. Geese are generally hatched from February to June.

05 August 2020

Impact of COVID-19 on farm incomes in 2020 now likely to be more limited

At present, fears of a sharp COVID-19 related drop in Irish farm incomes in 2020, seem to have been averted following a gradual recovery in commodity prices and the provision of additional supports to the sector, according to Mid Year Outlook for 2020 produced by Teagasc economists.

04 August 2020

Health Status on Irish Pig Farms

Health Status on Irish Pig Farms - an infographic showing the prevalence of disease on Irish pig farms, and their impacts on production

03 August 2020

Selling at a Farmers' Market

Farmers’ markets offer local growers and producers a direct route to sell their own produce to consumers. Farmers' Markets allow for direct selling, helping to forge links between local producers and consumers. Wendy Conlon, Teagasc gives advice on selling at farmers's markets and trading tips

02 August 2020

Dairy Goats

The image of the goat has undergone a transformation in recent years. Consumer knowledge of production values has increased exponentially and has fuelled a demand for healthy, quality products, such as goats’ milk and cheeses. Cian Condon, Teagasc Goats advisor has advice on farming dairy goats

01 August 2020

Fresh Strawberry Production

The main soft fruit crop grown in Ireland is the fresh strawberry. This is worth an estimated €47m per annum. In this factsheet, Eamonn Kehoe, Soft fruit Specialist Adviser gives advice on fresh strawberry production.

01 August 2020

Vegetation Cover since the 1980s

Knowing the history of a piece of land can help us understand issues around greenhouse gas accounting, bio-diversity, soil health and much more. The July map of the month looks at how often fields in Ireland have been bare of vegetation, due to harvesting or re-seeding since the 1980's.

31 July 2020

International Year of Plant Health 2020

The UN General Assembly has declared 2020 as the International Year of Plant Health in order to raise global awareness about how protecting plant health is vital to ending hunger, protecting the environment and boosts our economies.

31 July 2020

The Key Strategies Required to Optimise Lactation Feed Intakes

On the latest episode of the Pig Edge, Emer McCrum, Teagasc Pig Development Officer, discusses how farmers should go about optimising lactation feed intakes.

29 July 2020

Pig Research Update - PLFPigCarc

Precision Livestock Farming technologies & meat inspection findings to improve pig health & welfare. This project is a collaboration between Teagasc, University College Dublin & KU Leuven.

29 July 2020

Food Industry Training Webinar- What can Sensory Science do for you?

Webinar host, Ciara McDonagh, Teagasc facilitated this Food Industry Training Webinar, which took place 14th July 2020. Ciara was joined by Carol Griffin, Teagasc who gave an introduction to Sensory Science and how food businesses can benefit from its application.

27 July 2020

Irish Coronavirus Sequencing Consortium

The Irish Coronavirus Sequencing Consortium, led by Professor Paul Cotter at Teagasc Moorepark, aims to sequence and analyse the genetic information from the SARS-CoV-2 virus, the cause of COVID-19. The consortium received funding of €378,716 from Science Foundation Ireland.

27 July 2020

Lets Talk Pigs - Latest advances in weaning pig nutrition

On the latest Let's Talk Pigs Webinar, host Ciaran Carroll, Head of Pigs was joined by Peadar Lawlor and Louise Clarke of Teagasc to discuss advances in weaning pig nutrition.

26 July 2020

Let's Talk Poultry Webinar - Irish poultry industry outlook

The final webinar in the "Let's Talk Poultry" series for Irish poultry producers in collaboration with Alltech which took place on Wednesday, 15 July.

25 July 2020

Organic Dairy Farming - The Little Milk Company

The Little Milk Company is made up of a group of 10 family run organic farms which was established in 2008. It started out as a plan to get a better return for their milk by producing a range of organic artisan products. Their story is profiled by member John Liston.

25 July 2020

Let's Talk Equine Webinar - Breeding and producing Connemara Ponies for today’s markets

In the fourth of the equine webinar series Equine Specialist Wendy Conlon facilitates a discussion on the Breeding and production of Connemara Ponies for today’s markets.

24 July 2020

Pig Newsletter - July 2020

Get the latest information and advice from the Teagasc Pig team. In this month's edition: Farm Safety – a constant threat; The importance of age of gilts at first service for improved sow lifetime productivity; Giltlife: A good start is half the battle!; Let’s Talk Pigs webinar series.

24 July 2020

Let's Talk Poultry Webinar - From chicks to eggs – improving the layer cycle

The third webinar in the "Let's Talk Poultry" series for Irish poultry producers in collaboration with Alltech which took place on Wednesday, 1 July.

24 July 2020

Farm Safely with Tractors, Farm Vehicles and Machinery

Summer is a busy time on farms. Farmers are making the most of the long days and dry conditions to harvest grass and crops, get slurry spread and carry out work around the farmyard. Working safely must be at the core of each and every job.

23 July 2020

Farm Safety - Working at Height on the farm

17% of farm fatalities over the last 10 years were caused by falls from heights or being struck by collapsing or falling objects. Always take time to stop and plan before starting to work at height or in an environment where it is possible to be struck by something falling from a height

19 July 2020

Organic Dairy Farming

Organic dairying is a small but growing sector within the dairy sector in Ireland. Latest figures from DAFM show that there are 62 organic dairy operators with an average herd size of 79 cows (2019). Dan Clavin, Teagasc Organic Specialist gives us an insight into the organic dairy sector in Ireland

17 July 2020

Mycotoxins and their impact on pig performance

Mycotoxins and their impact on pig performance is the topic for this episode of the Pig Edge and presenter Ciaran Carroll was joined by Louise Clarke, Teagasc’s Specialised Pig Development Officer at Ballyhaise to find out more.

16 July 2020

Teagasc Pig Research Facility Update - 16 July

Video in a series by the Teagasc Pig Development Department. Tomás Ryan farm manager in the Teagasc Pig Research Facility gives us an update on what's been happening in the unit.

16 July 2020

Revised Teagasc Green Book published

Major and Micro Nutrient Advice for Productive Agricultural Crops

15 July 2020

Pig Research Update - GILTLIFE (Part 2)

This project was a collaboration between Teagasc & University College Limerick. It investigated the effects of nutrition & management on gilt welfare & performance. Improving rearing conditions for replacement gilts should improve their welfare & increase their output.

11 July 2020

Processing Fresher, Healthier, Longer-Lasting Foods

Food processing is any method used to convert fresh foods into food products. In large-scale food manufacture. Dr Elena Inguglia describes how some of our foods are currently processed, and how these processes might be improved for food to be processed freshers, healthier and longer-lasting

10 July 2020

Nutrient Recovery Cycle - Infographic

This infographic outlines the nutrient recovery cycle which can improve the efficient use of resources in pig production. By using pig manure as a fertiliser to grow crops which will in turn be used in making pig feed, a circular economy is created.

10 July 2020

Processing Fresher, Healthier, Longer-Lasting Foods

Food processing is any method used to convert fresh foods into food products. In large-scale food manufacture. Dr Elena Inguglia describes how some of our foods are currently processed, and how these processes might be improved for food to be processed freshers, healthier and longer-lasting

08 July 2020

Conservation of Farmland Habitats

Conservation and protection of farmland wildlife and habitats is an important dimension of environmental sustainability. Aim to retain existing habitats, enhance degraded habitats then consider habitat creation.

08 July 2020

Agricultural Sustainability Support and Advisory Programme (ASSAP)

The ASSAP is a new government / industry collaborative initiative running from 2018 - 2021. The programme offers a free support and advisory service (20 Teagasc and 10 Dairy Co-op advisors) and participation is voluntary. Its aim is to improve water quality through working with farmers.

05 July 2020

Wildflower Meadow

Paul Fitters lecturer in the Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture, National Botanic Gardens takes us on a walk through his wildflower meadow at two different stages in May and June 2020.

05 July 2020

Let's Talk Equine Webinar- Breeding the next generation of broodmares

The third in the Let's Talk Equine series took place on Tuesday 30 June 2020

04 July 2020

Frost damage in older plantations

This year the mid May frosts in may have caused substantial damage to trees around the country. Both broadleaf and conifer trees have been affected. Forestry Development Officers Kevin O’Connell and John Casey have some advice on assessing the damage and options available.

03 July 2020

What you need to know about African Swine Fever

On this episode of the Pig Edge, Amy Quinn speaks to Eithne White, Veterinary Inspector from the National Disease Control Centre at the Department of Agriculture, Food & the Marine to get an overview, update and general advice on ASF.

03 July 2020

Virtual Beef Week - What's on - Thursday

Grass Management for Sustainable Beef Production

03 July 2020

Virtual Beef Week - What's on - Friday

Virtual Beef Week - Day 5 - Friday July 10th

01 July 2020

Pig Research Update - GILTLIFE (Part 1)

This project was a collaboration between Teagasc & University College Limerick. It investigated the effects of nutrition and management on gilt welfare and performance. Phoebe Hartnett, previous PhD student who worked on the GILTLIFE project tells us more.

01 July 2020

Virtual Beef Week - What's on - Wednesday

Virtual Beef Week - Sustainable Beef Production Day 3 of Virtual Beef Week Wednesday July 8th

30 June 2020

NDC & Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards - Hearne Family Dairy Farm

In 2019, the Hearne family was awarded the top prize in the NDC & Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards.

30 June 2020

Control of Stomach Worms – improving sustainability

Internal parasites, in particular gut worms, are a major challenge to sheep production systems. Parasite control is largely based on suppression of the parasitic burden using anthelmintic products.

30 June 2020

Good news for earthworm numbers in grazed pastures - the role of dung pats

Grazed grassland management regimes can have various positive and negative effects on soil fauna such as earthworms. Teagasc Johnstown Castle and UCD researchers Owen Fenton, Giulia Bondi and Olaf Schmidt tell us more.

30 June 2020

Virtual Beef Week - What's on Tuesday

Virtual Beef Week - Dairy Calf to Beef Production Day 2 - Tuesday July 7th

29 June 2020

Virtual Beef Week July 6th – 10th

Virtual Beef Week replaces the planned major Teagasc Beef 2020 Open Day, which was due to take place at the Teagasc Animal and Grassland Research and Innovation centre, Grange, County Meath.

29 June 2020

The MASTER Plan

A European consortium co-ordinated by Professor Paul Cotter of Teagasc is using next-generation sequencing technologies to investigate the microbiomes of food systems and to improve our food quality, security and sustainability.

29 June 2020

Lower production costs and exceptional aid measures led to a modest increase in average farm income in 2019

The average family farm income rose by 2% in Ireland in 2019, according to a new report by Teagasc. A combination of factors were responsible for the increase in income in 2019, which averaged €23,933.

27 June 2020

Gurteen College Beef Farm Update

Currently the suckler beef unit at Gurteen College has 79 sucker cows and split calving with 43 spring calving cows and 36 autumn calving cows. The unit aims to educate students on the running of a sustainable drystock business.

27 June 2020

Managing native woodland resources on our farms

To fully appreciate how valuable native woodlands are for our well-being and for biodiversity, take a slow walk through a mature oak and birch woodland during a full bloom of bluebells and just breathe in the fragrant air.

26 June 2020

Rain shines the light back on quality

Following recent rain grass has started to grow again in most areas. What is the best way to manage the grass growth? Grass 10 advisor John Douglas has advise on keeping the focus on quality.

26 June 2020

Drainage Ditch Connectivity to Surface Water

Do you have a Ditch, a Gripe, a Sheough or a Marein on your farm? You must avoid contaminants such as nutrients and pesticides from entering these ditches to protect water quality in the receiving streams. Read more from researchers Karen Daly and Owen Fenton.

26 June 2020

Slurry timing & application to protect the environment

Good management of Slurry is needed to maximise grass growth, while at the same time minimise losses to our atmosphere and water bodies. ASSAP Advisor Ivan Kelly has some useful advice.

25 June 2020

Tillage Update June 25th

Now is a good time to walk your crops, assess some of the management decisions made and review what worked well and what you might change for next year. Tillage specialist Ciaran Collins has some advice.

25 June 2020

Teagasc Pig Research Facility Update - 25 June

Video in a series by the Teagasc Pig Development Department. Tomas Ryan farm manager in the Teagasc Pig Research Facility gives us an update on what's been happening in the unit.

25 June 2020

John Ryan - Teagasc/ Glanbia Future Farm Participant Update

John Ryan, participant of the Teagasc/ Glanbia Future Farm Programme farms in Boulick, Gornathoe, Co. Tipperary.

24 June 2020

Questions and Answers with Organic Farmers Ross and Amy Jackson

Ross and Amy Jackson are farming organically in Lacka, Carrig, Co Tipperary. A farm walk was due to take place on their farm. Organic Specialist Elaine Leavy got an update from Ross and Amy.

24 June 2020

Hot Water Heating Options for the Milking Parlour

It is projected that during 2020 Ireland will produce up to 8.8 billion litres of milk; this will require approx. 370 GWh of electricity. On farm dairy electricity related CO2 emissions may be 162,000 tonnes by the end of 2020 unless mitigation strategies are implemented.

23 June 2020

Discover the diverse world of microbes…

Join us in celebrating World Microbiome Day 2020. The day will focus on communicating the diversity of microbes, microbiome habitats, diets to feed and fuel microbiomes and diversity among microbiome researchers.

23 June 2020

New Teagasc Sustainability Report Launched

The newly released Teagasc National Farm Survey 2018 Sustainability Report, produced by Teagasc economists, benchmarks the sustainability of a range of farm systems in Ireland, and was published today, Tuesday, 23 June.

23 June 2020

Post sowing management and grazing of a grass/clover reseeds

John Paul Murphy Farm Manager in Moorepark gives and update on the sward sown on May 1st 2020. He gives details on the management of the sward to date.

23 June 2020

Safeguarding your soil biology

There is increasing awareness of the importance of soil biology in underpinning agriculture. The life beneath our feet is critical to the sustainability, resilience and functioning of our farming systems.

23 June 2020

Selecting Flock Replacements

Breeding ewe replacements from within your own flock has a number of advantages including allowing you to breed the best performing ewes in the flock with a high genetic merit maternal sire. Damian Costello, Sheep Specialist, has more information.

22 June 2020

Concentrate supplement options during a grass shortage

Many farms have been struggling with poor grass growth and quality in recent weeks. Weekend rainfall has been significant in most regions, this will help grass growth. If you are short of grass, Dairy Specialist Joe Patton has some advice.

21 June 2020

Liming reduces greenhouse gas emissions and increases grassland productivity

Research in Johnstown Castle has shown that increasing soil pH by liming resulted in significant reduction of N2O emissions and increased grassland productivity compared to the un-limed plots under the same management and fertiliser regime. Researchers Ognjen Zurovec and Karl Richards have more info

20 June 2020

Teagasc launches - ‘A Forest to Suit Every Farm’ booklet

Teagasc has launched a new booklet, ‘A Forest to Suit Every Farm’, which highlights innovative approaches and experiences of forest owners across Ireland.

20 June 2020

Bales can kill with lethal force

According to Health and Safety Authority (HAS) show falling bales account for about 5% of farm workplace deaths. There are many safety issues around working with bales.

19 June 2020

Teagasc and Dairy Sustainability Ireland publish the Agricultural Sustainability Support and Advisory Programme (ASSAP) interim report

Teagasc and Dairy Sustainability Ireland have published the first Agricultural Sustainability Support and Advisory Programme (ASSAP) interim report. The report focuses on the establishment and implementation of the ASSAP in 2018 and interaction with farmers up until the 31st December 2019.

18 June 2020

‘Farmers Have Hearts’ Cardiovascular Health Programme - Major Study indicates Farmers at high risk of Cardiovascular Disease

A major study of farmer’s health is being published today, Thursday 18 June, as part of Men’s Health Week. The research found that 74% of male farmers have four, or more, risk factors for cardiovascular disease.

17 June 2020

Tillage Update - 18th June

This weeks update has information on the likely impact of the drought. There are also updates from specialist Mark Plunkett on winter crops, spring crops, spring beans, beet and maize.

17 June 2020

Finishing cattle at grass

During the next few months a considerable number of beef cattle will be slaughtered. If you are targeting to slaughter off grass Alan Dillon, Cattle Specialist has some useful advice.

17 June 2020

Questions and Answers with Organic Farmer Donal Keane

Donal and Frederique Keane, Camelton Stud, Summerhill, Co Meath are organic suckler to beef and cereal farmers. A farm walk was due to take place on their farm. Organic Specialist Elaine Leavy got an update from Donal.

17 June 2020

5 Minutes to get your Cash Flowing

Teagasc are highlighting the importance of Cash Flow Planning as a vital business tool that all farmers should engage in.

17 June 2020

Drought impact on Tillage farms

Teagasc estimate the output from the cereal sector in Ireland is expected to reduce by at least €100 million this year following the effects of the prolonged drought which has severely affected crops in the eastern half of the country.

16 June 2020

Poultry Advisor: Meet our People - Rebecca Tierney

The Teagasc Poultry Advisor, Rebecca Tierney is based in the advisory office in Ballyhaise County Cavan. Rebecca is making a name for herself with the pioneering ‘Let’s Talk Poultry webinars.

16 June 2020

Finishing lambs from grass only

One of the biggest challenges for sheep farmers is to finish lambs as quickly as possible from grass. Edward Egan, Teagasc Drystock Advisor in Meath gives some advice and information.

16 June 2020

Using a creep gate to creep graze lambs

Creep grazing is extremely useful when grass supplies are tight & during dry spells. Hugh Rooney, Teagasc Drystock Advisor highlights the advantages of creep grazing & explains how to set up creep grazing for lambs.

16 June 2020

Virtual Farm Walk on Award Winning Dairy Farm

The Hearne family, who farm at Ballinacurra, Rathgormack, Co. Waterford, were the 2019 National Winners of the NDC & Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards. A ‘Virtual Farm Walk’ webinar will take place on this award winning farm on Tuesday, 30 June this year.

15 June 2020

Diagnose before you Dose

Resistance to dosing products is of increasing concern. It is therefore incumbent on farmers to ensure that they are using the right product at the right rate at the right time. Dairy specialist Stuart Childs has some useful advice.

15 June 2020

Teagasc announce details of ‘Virtual Beef Week’

Teagasc are holding a ‘Virtual Beef Week’ from Monday 6th to Friday 10th July, to demonstrate best practice and communicate the latest research results relevant to beef farmers.‘

14 June 2020

Enhancing soil carbon sequestration to contribute to carbon neutrality on Irish farms

Carbon stored in soils is often called soil organic carbon and it is good for soils. Carbon sequestration is the process of capturing carbon dioxide (CO2) from the atmosphere and storing it in plant material or soil. Researchers Donal O’Brien and Gary Lanigan have more information.

14 June 2020

Farm Buildings – Busy six months ahead

The number of applications from farmers for the Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS) was the highest to date. The scheme is operated by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine closed for applications in early June. Teagasc Buildings Specialist Tom Fallon has more information.

13 June 2020

Farm Forests – Delivering on Biodiversity and Water Quality

Farm forests are a multi-functional resource – delivering for timber production, as a land use resource and offering favourable financial returns. Forestry Specialist Tom Houlihan gives information on their contribution to biodiversity and water quality.

13 June 2020

Summer Season – Keeping up with the Grass Plant!

Maintaining adequate high quality grass mid-season is the most cost effective way of achieving good animal performance - Anne O’Malley, Drystock Advisor in Ballina has some advice.

01 April 2020

Grass 10 Weekly Update

Get the latest news & updates from the Grass10 team in this week's newsletter including: PastureBase data & Elodie Ruelle’s MoSt Grass Growth Prediction Model; Current Performance on Mike Bermingham's farm; Average Farm Cover; Upcoming Events and an Athenry Sheep Update