Environment
Environment Newsletter – April 2022
Environment Newsletter – April 2022 The latest edition of the Environment newsletter has information on: Dates for your diary; Wild bird cover – sowing and management; Message from ASSAP – Time to check silage storage; and details on the new training scheme – Agri-Environment Training Scheme (AETS). View Environment Newsletter – April […]
16 April 2022
Sustainability Training Programme for Farmers and Co-operatives wins Top Accolade at National Training Awards
Sustainability Training Programme for Farmers and Co-operatives wins Top Accolade at National Training Awards A ‘game changing’ new programme addressing the training and development needs of co-operatives and their farmer members and producers, as they work to reduce their carbon footprint, has won the prestigious Pearse Walsh Award. The Pearse Walsh Award […]
11 April 2022
Teagasc Signpost Programme Newsletter April 2022
0 Teagasc Signpost Programme Newsletter April 2022 In this month’s newsletter the climate action focus is on securing silage stocks for next winter in the context of high fertiliser prices. The newsletter outlines a blueprint for incorporating clover successfully into a grassland sward. Check out the Signpost farmers featured, soil health and more […]
8 April 2022
Climate Actions for March/April
0 Climate Actions for March/April Get advice from the Signpost Team summarised in Climate Actions for Grassland Farmers for March/April. There is a focus on winter feed budgeting and how to calculate your silage requirement. Get food and fodder security information for drystock and dairy farmers. Climate Actions for Grassland Farmers for March/April […]
7 April 2022
Farming for soil health: assessing the impact of agricultural practice on soil biodiversity and functioning
0 Farming for soil health: assessing the impact of agricultural practice on soil biodiversity and functioning Soils are home to a staggering abundance and diversity of living organisms that are integral to the health and productivity of our farming systems. Dr Fiona Brennan, Teagasc Johnstown Castle, Co. Wexford aims to assess the impact […]
1 April 2022
Reducing the Risks of Slurry Application
Reducing the Risks of Slurry Application Maximising the fertiliser benefits from slurry is critical in 2022. Farmers are aware of this valuable resource and how it can help reduce their overall fertiliser bill through early spring application. However, best practice and regulation must be followed says Kieran Kenny ASSAP Advisor, Castlerea Early […]
30 March 2022
The Signpost Series – Fertiliser Programmes to save money and emissions on Dairy and Drystock farms
The Signpost Series – Fertiliser Programmes to save money and emissions on Dairy and Drystock farms On this episode of The Signpost Series which took place on Friday, 4 March, Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department was joined by Dr Seamus Kearney, Signpost Programme, Teagasc to give an overview […]
26 March 2022
Royal Visit to Signpost Farm
Royal Visit to Signpost Farm Shane and John Fitzgerald, who farm near Portlaw in county Waterford, hosted a visit by His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales on Thursday, 24 March 2022. His Royal Highness The Prince of Wales; Simon Coveney TD, Minister of Foreign Affairs and Minister for Defence; and Shane […]
25 March 2022
Improving Water Quality on World Water Day
Improving Water Quality on World Water Day On World Water Day 2022, Improving water quality and supporting the production of high-quality food are what Teagasc are targeting through various water quality initiatives that we are involved in. Learn about the work of Teagasc ACP and ASSAP staff including groundwater sampling here Achieving […]
22 March 2022
Commissioner Mairead McGuinness visits Signpost Farm
Commissioner Mairead McGuinness visits Signpost Farm EU Commissioner Mairead McGuinness, recently visited Signpost farmer, Alan Clarke at Kilinkere, County Cavan. Commissioner McGuinness had the opportunity to see first-hand the work that farmers are doing to reduce gaseous emissions and be more environmentally sustainable. The Clarke family farm The Clarke family farm has […]
21 March 2022