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Cultivating safety: sowing the seeds of safer farming How do farming experience and social influences shape safety awareness among young farmers? This research explores the behavioural drivers of farm injury risk perception. Credit: SolStock/istockphoto.com Although farm safety is governed by legislation, it is strongly influenced by individual behaviours. These behaviours are shaped […]
Turning waste into wealth: the hidden potential of animal blood proteins Animal blood is a nutrient-rich by-product offering sustainable solutions. Innovative processes transform it into valuable products, turning waste into wealth and advancing a circular economy. Credit: MediaProduction/istockphoto.com Ireland has established itself […]
Going viral Research at the Horticulture Development Department at Teagasc Ashtown is exploring the potential use of viruses to combat pathogens in commercial mushroom cultivation. Typical symptoms of dry bubble disease on a mushroom crop. Credit: Teagasc Mushroom cultivation is a significant horticultural enterprise in many countries. In Ireland, commercial mushroom production […]
Interview: Not for lack of drying A Senior Research Officer at Teagasc Moorepark’s Food Research Centre, Eoin Murphy is focused on improving drying processes and associated energy usage in the dairy industry. An upcoming symposium in Cork will be examining this sector’s challenges and opportunities. […]
Celebrating Teagasc’s Food Programme Highlighting the Food Programme’s lasting impact on the evolution of the agri-food sector. Teagasc’s Food Programme focuses on research, development and innovation across key sectors such as meat, dairy, cereals, prepared consumer foods and marine food. The programme also emphasises training and technology transfer, ensuring knowledge and expertise […]
Team spotlight: Udder perfection Based at Teagasc Moorepark, the mastitis research team is equipping farmers with evidence-based solutions to enhance udder health and reduce reliance on antibiotics. Their research explores key areas such as the risk factors driving clinical and heifer mastitis and the variables influencing the success of non-antibiotic dry cow […]
Could the grass be greener? Agriculture forms a key part of Ireland’s economy, but the sector must improve its use of renewable energy to withstand rising economic and sustainability challenges. Credit: aluxum/istockphoto.com The agricultural sector is a cornerstone of the Irish economy, contributing significantly to exports, rural employment and national food security. […]
FAST-IP: driving innovation in agri-food sustainability Discover how the FAST-IP programme is transforming Ireland’s agri-food sector with innovative solutions, immersive learning and a sustainable future focus. FAST-IP participants meeting Teagasc Director Frank O’Mara (holding sign) and James Healy, Engage@Teagasc (far left) at the National Ploughing Championships. Credit: Teagasc The Food and Agriculture […]
Peas of mind Innovative research at Teagasc Ashtown’s Food Quality and Sensory Science department is examining how Irish-grown peas can help promote new, sustainable food solutions. Using Irish-grown peas as a bread ingredient may improve product quality, while also providing economic and sustainability boosts. Credit: Teagasc Increasing consumer demand for high-protein, plant-based […]
Research Ireland – a transformative reset Ireland’s new research and innovation agency, Research Ireland, sets the stage for a cohesive, interdisciplinary system that drives sustainability, excellence and impact across all disciplines. Research Ireland Board members: Back row (left-right): Rebecca Braun, Eoin O’Sullivan, Godfrey Gaston, Leonard Hobbs; Front row (left-right): Lorraine Allen, Anne […]