TResearch
2025
The power of plant protein Teagasc researchers are leading a project to create and demonstrate improved supply chain opportunities for the European plant protein industry. The plant protein industry in Europe is poised for improvement, and Teagasc researchers are leading the charge. Current production systems focus heavily on the production of feedstock […]
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 […]
Getting to know Ciara Beausang Research Officer Ciara Beausang tells us about the exciting work happening in her specialised field of anaerobic digestion, and the directions in which it’s moving. Hi Ciara! Could you tell us a bit about yourself? I’m a Research Officer in anaerobic digestion based in Grange. Anaerobic digestion […]
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 […]
Sealant of approval? Research at Teagasc is aiming to identify and provide recommendations to farmers on using teat sealant alone at dry-off in uninfected cows. This will help reduce antibiotic use in dairy farms without negative impact on udder health. Infusing cows’ teats with intramammary antibiotics at dry-off has been a common […]
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 […]
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 […]
Catch-all Solution The Agricultural Catchments Programme is in a unique position to assess and inform policy. Here, Research Officers Bridget Lynch, Michele McCormack and Ognjen Zurovec and Programme Advisor Mark Boland tell us about the programme’s vital, multidisciplinary work. Can you explain the history of the ACP team within Teagasc? Bridget: The […]
0 Leader of the pack(aging) An innovative approach to sustainable food packaging saw Teagasc’s Shivani Pathania receive recognition at this year’s UCC SPRINT Awards, with commercialisation for her concept next on the agenda. At UCC’s 2023 SPRINT Awards, all of the top accolades were awarded to female researchers. Among the winners was Teagasc […]
0 Getting to know – Luis Lopez-Sangil Equipped with a PhD in Soil Science, Luis Lopez-Sangil has swapped warmer Barcelona for wetter Wexford but maintains a sunny disposition through his work at Teagasc. Here, we find out more about his work as a Soil Health Research Technologist. Hi Luis! Tell us a bit […]