Environment
Farmers more worried about climate change than people think
Both farmers and non-farmers worry about climate change and say they are willing to take action. But they underestimate each other's worry and willingness, according to new research by the ESRI's Behavioural Research Unit.
7 August 2026
Five Practical Steps to Improve Water Quality on Your Farm in August
Protecting water quality has never been more important for farmers, not only to meet environmental requirements but also to safeguard the long-term productivity and sustainability of their land. The Teagasc Better Farming for Water Campaign shares 5 top tips to protect water quality on your farm this August.
4 August 2026
Straw chopping and incorporation: the basics and the benefits
John Mahon, Teagasc Signpost Programme, explores how straw chopping and incorporation can enhance soil health, reduce emissions and improve efficiency.
26 July 2026
Grass to gas: A win for farmers and the environment
Fiona Thorne, Adriana Ferreira Maluf Braga and JJ Lenehan explore some of the opportunities available in anaerobic digestion and provide an overview of some of the research ongoing in Teagasc, Grange.
24 July 2026
Top tips to avoid nutrient losses during drought conditions
Philip Murphy, Teagasc Better Farming For Water Campaign Blackwater Catchment Coordinator, shares his top tips for dealing with drought conditions.
21 July 2026
Freshwater AQUAHACK event at Mount Lucas Biowetlands IMTA Demonstrator Site
Teagasc, BIM and TUS jointly hosted The Freshwater AQUAHACK event, held on 1 and 2 July at the Circular Integrated Multi-trophic Aquaculture (IMTA) demonstration site at Biowetlands in Mount Lucas, County Offaly, brought together 18 researchers from Irish research-performing institutions for a two-day immersive innovation experience.
20 July 2026
What farmers can do to improve water quality
Sinéad Devaney, Teagasc Advisor with the Agricultural Sustainability and Advisory Support Programme (ASSAP), says water quality is everyone's concern and responsibility. From farmers and foresters to fishers, landowners and rural and urban communities, everyone has a role in protecting and restoring Ireland's waters.
18 July 2026
Teagasc and GSI strengthen partnership through new Memorandum of Understanding
Teagasc and the Geological Survey of Ireland (GSI) deepened their long-standing relationship and successful scientific collaboration by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) recently. The MoU was signed by Koen Verbruggen, Director of GSI and Professor Frank O’Mara, Teagasc Director, at Teagasc Johnstown Castle, County Wexford.
15 July 2026
Match fertiliser to grass growth in dry weather
Warm, dry weather is beginning to affect grass growth in parts of the country as soil moisture deficits continue to increase. Veronica Nyhan, Teagasc Soil and Plant Nutrition Specialist, tells us why it's important to match fertiliser applications to grass growth during this time.
11 July 2026
5 practical steps to improve water quality on your farm this July
From the correct management of catch and forage crops to liming and farm roadway maintenance, the Teagasc Better Farming for Water Campaign shares 5 top tips to protect water quality on your farm this July.
2 July 2026