Environment
‘It’s a privilege to be farming’
Reflecting on a lifetime of farming in north Kildare, Godfrey Potterton and his story are intrinsically linked to the land adjoining the River Boyne.
1 October 2026
Teagasc Climate Action and Farm Sustainability Course open for enrollment
Farmers and agricultural professionals are invited to deepen their understanding of the relationship between climate and agriculture through Teagasc’s QQI Level 6 Course in Sustainable Farming in the Environment.
28 September 2026
Silage effluent is a potent pollutant
Farmers have been reminded of the environmental and safety risks associated with silage storage, particularly the dangers posed by over-high silage pits and silage effluent.
28 September 2026
Why soil sampling is a critical task on every farm
We rely on our soils more than any other resource to deliver crop performance and farm profitability year after year. Just like machinery, soils require regular attention and maintenance to perform at their best.
27 September 2026
Soil Health Week: Maintain balanced soil fertility
Good soil fertility is about more than applying fertiliser. The aim is to maintain the right balance of nutrients and soil pH to support crop production while making the most efficient use of both the soil nutrient reserves and applied nutrients, Dr. Veronica Nyhan, Teagasc Soil and Nutrition Specialist, tells us more.
26 September 2026
Teagasc report examines impact of 2026 drought on Irish vegetable sector
A severe drought through July and into August in Ireland placed exceptional pressure on outdoor field vegetable production, with impacts that varied enormously depending on one factor above all others: access to irrigation. From the third week of August, the weather pattern broke down, rain returned across the country, and soil moisture has since recovered close to normal levels for the time of year.
25 September 2026
Meet the finalists in the Teagasc FBD Environmental Sustainability Awards 2026
The finalists for the Teagasc FBD Environmental Sustainability Awards 2026 have been announced, celebrating farmers across Ireland who are taking practical actions to improve the environmental sustainability of their farms, while continuing to produce good food profitably.
25 September 2026
European recognition for Kay O’Sullivan
Cork farmer, Teagasc Future Beef Programme and Signpost Programme participant, Kay O’Sullivan has won the Best Organic Farmer (Female) award at the 2026 EU Organic Awards.
25 September 2026
Multispecies swards: Boosting yields while reducing fertiliser use
Higher plant diversity in grasslands can boost yields while reducing fertiliser use. Findings from a global network of 26 sites highlight the potential of multispecies swards for productive, climate-resilient farming.
25 September 2026
Soil Health Week: Why Soil Organic Matter Matters for Healthy Resilient Soils
Soil organic matter (SOM) is one of the most important assets on any farm, writes Dr. Fiona Brennan, Teagasc Soil Biology Research Officer, Johnstown Castle. It plays a central role in how agricultural soils function, support productivity, resilience and clean water. The SOM includes the remains of plants, animals and microorganisms at different stages of decomposition, and the living biomass of soils – the soil biology.
25 September 2026