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
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
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
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
Farming for Water Quality
Farming for Water Quality The prohibited period when slurry, FYM and fertiliser spreading is not allowed to be spread will come to an end after the 31st January for all farms. Zone C: Donegal, Leitrim, Cavan & Monaghan, have the longest closed period. Ivan Kelly, ASSAP Advisor, Teagasc, Galway/Clare talks on water […]
26 January 2021
The importance of taking a proper soil sample
The importance of taking a proper soil sample The principle of soil analysis is to determine the average nutrient status of an area and to show the available nutrients in the soil. Once known you can then apply nutrients to bring your soils to optimum fertility. Martina Harrington, Teagasc Beef Specialist advises […]
14 January 2021
Preventing Deaths with Slurry
Preventing Deaths with Slurry The Slurry Spreading season commences in many parts of the Country after the 12th January. With 10% of deaths being slurry-related in the 10 year period to 2020, John McNamara and Francis Bligh, Teagasc Health and Safety Specialists discuss the dangers and prevention of deaths with slurry Over […]
11 January 2021
5 Steps to taking a soil sample
0 5 Steps to taking a soil sample Here in just five easy steps Edward Egan & Tara Heaney, Teagasc Meath Advisors, take us through the process of taking a soil sample correctly in order to get a reliable soil result. The 5 key steps to get a reliable soil sample result There […]
8 January 2021