Environment
Let it Bee Project- A community approach to tackling pesticide issues in Newport
Let it Bee Project- A community approach to tackling pesticide issues in Newport In order to pollinate crops and wild plants we need an abundance and diversity of wild pollinators and honeybees. Looking for a solution to the many pesticide exceedances in the Newport river catchment, the “Let It Bee” project begins. […]
20 February 2021
The Signpost Series – Agricultural Greenhouse Gas Emissions – New Zealand’s story
The Signpost Series – Agricultural Greenhouse Gas Emissions – New Zealand’s story Recently on the Signpost Series Mark Gibson was joined by Dr Sinead Leahy, Deputy Director and Senior Science Advisor with New Zealand Agricultural Greenhouse Gas Research Centre (NZAGRC) to discuss how the farming community in New Zealand are responding to […]
19 February 2021
Ten Points on Good Farm Soil Practice – ‘LESS’ IS MORE VALUE
Ten Points on Good Farm Soil Practice – ‘LESS’ IS MORE VALUE Soil sampling is the starting point of good farm soil practice. It leads on to correct N,P,K and lime applications, slurry efficiency and managing peat soils and GHGs. Anne O’Malley, Teagasc Advisor, Mayo outlines Ten Points on Good Farm Soil […]
18 February 2021
Environment Newsletter – February 2021
Environment Newsletter – February 2021 Get the latest information & advice from the Teagasc Environment team in this month’s newsletter. It includes: Dates for your diary; Think before you plant a new hedge; Message from ASSAP – Don’t lose any fertiliser you spread; & Message from Signpost Programme – Now is the […]
13 February 2021
The Signpost Series – Reduction of Methane gas emissions in agriculture
0 The Signpost Series – Reduction of Methane gas emissions in agriculture Recently on a Signpost Series webinar from 29 January, Mark Gibson, Teagasc ConnectEd and Pat Murphy, Head of Environment KT, Teagasc were joined by Sinéad Waters, Principal Research Officer, Animal & Bio-science Research Department Teagasc, to discuss reducing methane emissions from […]
9 February 2021
Being Sustainable
0 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 Sustainable farming systems involve […]
5 February 2021
Increasing soil pH reduces fertiliser derived N2O emissions
0 Increasing soil pH reduces fertiliser derived N2O emissions A new scientific paper from Teagasc shows that getting soil pH right through liming can significantly reduce emissions of nitrous oxide (N2O), a potent greenhouse gas. The AGEE published paper is from researchers at the Teagasc Environment, Soils and Land-Use Department in Johnstown Castle. […]
4 February 2021
There’s no vaccine for climate change
There’s no vaccine for climate change Climate change is a major global risk which requires our attention, if it is not to cause great havoc. Feeding the world while taking climate action will require an industry-wide effort involving farmers, industry stakeholders, Government and consumers, writes Tom O’Dwyer, Head of Signpost Programme In […]
30 January 2021
Teagasc Online Slurry Spreader Calibration Calculator
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 […]
29 January 2021
Consider planting a hedge this Spring
Consider planting a hedge this Spring Ever thought of planting a new hedge using native species of hedgerow to help improve biodiversity on farm? Planting can be done up to end of February while plants are dormant, to allow settling in time before growth starts. John Crowley, Beef & Sheep advisor Teagasc […]
27 January 2021