Environment

National Soil Fertility Trends

National Soil Fertility Trends In 2021 Teagasc analysed a total 33,876 soil samples comprising dairy, drystock and tillage enterprises. 2021 shows that soil fertility declined on dairy farms for the second consecutive year. Lime use increased by ~ 50% compared to the average lime applied in Ireland over the last 10 years. […]
18 August 2022

Climate Actions for August

Climate Actions for August August climate advice includes using catch crops after cereal crops, applying lime and building up for autumn grass. There is also advice to empty slurry tanks, milk record and on feeding ration at grass. Get all the details below Catch Crops are a very useful tool to catch […]
17 August 2022

Early establishment of green covers most beneficial

Early establishment of green covers most beneficial Maintaining a green cover over the winter period has many environmental, agronomic and economic benefits. Sowing date has a major impact on the N uptake by a sown cover crop. Different cover crop species will have different abilities to recovery N over the winter period. […]
16 August 2022

Growing wild – Privet and Lady’s Bedstraw

Growing wild – Privet and Lady’s Bedstraw Catherine Keena, Teagasc Countryside Management Specialist takes a closer look at some of our native Irish biodiversity to look out for in the countryside. Here she shares some interesting facts of nature about Privet and Lady’s Bedstraw Privet Look out for privet, a semi-evergreen shrub […]
14 August 2022

Taking the first step to reducing emissions on your farm

0 Taking the first step to reducing emissions on your farm The EPA report released on the 21st July was stark. Greenhouse gas emissions (GHG) from Agriculture (and other sectors) continues to rise. For 2021, emissions from Agriculture increased by 3% compared to 2020 levels. This is going in the wrong direction, say […]
4 August 2022

It’s hard to be green, when in the red

It’s hard to be green, when in the red Farmers are facing a big challenge when it comes to balancing economic sustainability with environmental sustainability, says Michael Hayden, Assistant Professor of Accounting at Maynooth University. This External Insights article featured in the TResearch Summer 2022 Magazine. Read more here The economic importance […]
31 July 2022

Using TAMS to improve Farm Sustainability

Using TAMS to improve Farm Sustainability Séamus Nolan, Dairy Advisor, Teagasc Castlerea, discusses using TAMS to improve farm sustainability. Séamus outlines a sample of eligible investments under TAMS which benefit both the farmer and the environment. If considering applying for a TAMS grant consult your Teagasc advisor. Read more here The Targeted […]
27 July 2022

Growing wild – dog rose and meadowsweet

Growing wild – dog rose and meadowsweet Catherine Keena, Teagasc Countryside Management Specialist takes a closer look at some of our native Irish biodiversity to look out for in the countryside. Here she shares some interesting facts of nature about dog rose and meadowsweet Dog rose Look out for dog rose with […]
24 July 2022

Anaerobic Digestion Plant – Teagasc Grange

Anaerobic Digestion Plant – Teagasc Grange A pilot-scale anaerobic digestion plant is currently under construction at Teagasc Grange. It is due to be commissioned in 2022. The plant will produce biogas using grass silage & cattle slurry. Find out more from our team in Grange Paul Crosson, Ciara Beausang, Sofia Tisocco & […]
24 July 2022

Drinks Ireland partners with Teagasc Signpost programme to support sustainable future supply of Irish grain

Drinks Ireland partners with Teagasc Signpost programme to support sustainable future supply of Irish grain The Teagasc Signpost programme has announced a partnership with Drinks Ireland, which represents Irish drinks manufacturers and suppliers, to further reduce the environmental footprint of grain production, which is key to underpinning the future sustainability needs of […]
14 July 2022