Teagasc Launches New Fertiliser Dashboard Covering 20 Years of Irish Farm Level Fertiliser Use

The interactive dashboard offers farmers, farm advisors, researchers and policymakers detailed insights into the use of the nitrogen, phosphorus, potassium and lime across Irish agriculture. The dashboard is based on data collected through the Teagasc National Farm Survey, which surveys almost 900 farms annually and represents about 88,000 Irish farms nationally, making it the most authoritative source of farm-level data in the country.

The dashboard allows users to explore fertiliser use in aggregate and per hectare, across grassland and crop types. Users can also explore fertiliser usage by farm type and by fertiliser type, including straights and compound fertilisers. Associated fertiliser prices are also included for both straights and compounds over the 20-year period.

The launch of this dashboard represents a key step in Teagasc’s commitment to supporting sustainable nutrient management and evidence-based decision-making in Irish agriculture. By providing a clear picture of historical fertiliser use and price trends, the dashboard aims to support farmers in optimising fertiliser practices to deliver both economic and environmental benefits.

Sustainability webinar

The Fertiliser Use Dashboard will be highlighted at the upcoming Teagasc Sustainability Webinar on Monday, 3^rd November, which will also feature the release of the Teagasc Sustainability Report 2024 and the launch of a Teagasc NFS Sustainability Dashboard. The webinar will include a presentation of the new Fertiliser Dashboard, showcasing its features and applications for users.

The NFS Fertiliser Use Dashboard can be accessed here

Register for the Teagasc Sustainability Webinar on Monday, 3^rd November at 2pm here