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Digitally measuring meat Researchers at Teagasc Food Research Centre, Ashtown, are investigating how effectively optical sensors and machine learning can be used to monitor the quality of processed meats and meat alternatives. Processed meats represent a significant portion of the human diet. Numbers show that global meat consumption has risen steadily from […]
Where farming and biodiversity unite The BurrenLIFE project, which ran between 2005 and 2010, developed a new model for the sustainable agricultural management of the priority habitats of the Burren region. It is a project regarded by many as an emblematic ‘LIFE’ nature project. Famous for its exposed limestone landscape and rich […]
CSI Listeria: Investigating foodborne pathogens A multi-institute consortium, led by Teagasc, has sought to understand the behaviour of Listeria monocytogenes in foods by studying a collection of isolates from foods and food processing environments in Ireland. The research team found that not all isolates are created equal, raising the question: should they […]
Healthy diet, healthy body, healthy planet Research is ongoing to identify healthy eating guidelines for sustainable diets that are beneficial for both personal and planetary health. Food-based dietary guidelines (FBDG) have been developed for more than 100 countries worldwide. FBDG identify the type and balance of foods to consume for a healthy […]
Fundamentals of whiskey flavour Granted EU geographical indicator status in 2016, Irish Whiskey is an increasingly sought-after product globally. To help safeguard its status, researchers at Teagasc & Technological University Dublin are seeking to map its unique properties. Ireland is the birthplace of whiskey. Records date back to 1405, although it is […]
The ACP – a valuable team The ACP has a longstanding partnership with the Land Sciences department at South East Technological University, Waterford. Here, two SETU lecturers reflect on the ongoing value the ACP has for their students. Castledockrell catchment, Co Wexford For the past 12 years, final year Agricultural Science and […]
Events: my take-home message Teagasc’s researchers attend many events throughout the year, sharing the findings from their research with national and international audiences. Here, we capture the take-home messages – key pieces of information that our researchers want people to remember – from recent events. Agritourism for sustainable agriculture Event: Agritourism 2023 […]
Informing agricultural policy through data Edward Burgess, Specialist in the Agricultural Catchments Programme, provides an overview of the ACP, and the continuing importance of its research. Lough Namachree, Corduff-Sreenty Catchment, Co Monaghan The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine funds the ACP to evaluate measures implemented in Ireland under its Nitrates […]
Novel fermented feed reducing methane Value Proposition Our technology is a methane-reducing feed additive that can be used in a pasture-based system without negative effects on feed intake; the environment; productivity of animals; animals; or farmer and food safety; and with minimal effects on farm preparation. Opportunity Teagasc researchers have developed an […]
Lake-side view Lakes and wetlands are incredibly diverse and host an amazing world of animals, plants and other organisms, making them a hot spot for biodiversity. These habitats also provide additional ecosystem services, including carbon sequestration and carbon storage; flood mitigation; pollination; and water quality benefits. The FARM ECOS project has undertaken […]