Farm Business
Going organic in Ireland
0 Going organic in Ireland The EU’s Farm to Fork strategy aims to increase organic food production; knowing why consumers purchase organic foods will be essential if it is to be successful. Producing food, regardless of type, comes at a cost to the environment, with estimations suggesting it accounts for approximately 30% of […]
3 September 2022
Considering Organic Conversion on Drystock farms
Considering Organic Conversion on Drystock farms Colm Kelly, Teagasc Advisor, Ballinasloe, answers the questions commonly asked by drystock farmers considering converting to organic farming. Questions like … “Is treating animals for health issues banned?” and … “Where can I sell animals?” Get the facts here A recent announcement on the proposed Organic […]
16 August 2022
Rural Diversification
Rural Diversification Many farmers and rural dwellers are interested in enterprise diversification. While diversification may not be practicable for every farmer, well planned and seasoned projects can create new sources of income for farmers. Seámus Lordan, Teagasc Advisor, Macroom has interesting advice. There are countless possibilities when trying to identify a realistic […]
12 August 2022
Respect the power of the Sun
Respect the power of the Sun In current hot weather it is very important to take lots of drinks, stay indoors during periods of high temperatures and avoid exposure to the damaging effects of UV radiation from the sun. Farmers are one of the highest risk groups for skin cancer. Find some […]
10 August 2022
Wind Energy
0 Wind Energy Domestically, the Irish Government is now focused on securing 70% of all electricity from renewables by 2030. In 2019, wind energy provided 32.5% of our electricity. Barry Caslin, Teagasc, Rural Economy and Development Programme has more Wind Energy information here in this factsheet Wind Energy (PDF) Introduction Domestically, the Irish Government […]
7 August 2022
Energy-Saving Usage in Lighting
0 Energy-Saving Usage in Lighting Good lighting is a fundamental requirement for the efficient operation of a farm. It is also an important element of farm safety during the winter months. As lighting is also costly to provide and run, now is the time to consider efficient lighting on the farm in advance […]
6 August 2022
Jessy’s Farm Safety Champions announced in Farm Safety Competition
0 Jessy’s Farm Safety Champions announced in Farm Safety Competition Jessy the Sheep Dog, the Teagasc Farm Safety mascot, loves to help keep everyone safe on the farm. To celebrate end of school term and highlight safety during the recent Farm Safety Week, Jessy and her friends ran an art competition in which […]
4 August 2022
Summer safety on farm
Summer safety on farm Summer is always a very busy time on farms and there is so much happening with silage, harvesting of crops and ongoing management of livestock, but we all need to remain mindful of health and safety on the farm. Marion Fox, Drystock Advisor, Teagasc Athenry focuses on a […]
30 July 2022
Fatal Farm Incidents in Ireland 2008 – 2021
Fatal Farm Incidents in Ireland 2008 – 2021 As farm safety week draws to a close today, Teagasc Staff Dr David Meredith, Rural Economy Development Programme (REDP), Dr John McNamara, Health & Safety Specialist and Dr Mohammad Mohammadrezaei, REDP, show us the statistics on Fatal Farm Incidents in Ireland 2008 – 2021 […]
22 July 2022
Promoting Positive Mental Health among Farmers
Promoting Positive Mental Health among Farmers Mental Health Awareness is today’s Farm Safety Week theme. Farmers live in constantly changing times with possibilities of farming problems and many issues that can cause stress and associated mental health challenges. John McNamara, Teagasc Health & Safety Specialist discusses managing stress here Farmers live in […]
22 July 2022