Food
Food projects funded under Research Ireland Frontiers for the Future Programme
Food projects funded under Research Ireland Frontiers for the Future Programme Teagasc has been awarded funding to complete two research projects – one in the area of 4D food printing and the other examining technologies to make reduced salt foods tastier – as part of the Taighde Éireann – Research Ireland Frontiers […]
23 October 2024
The humble potato – key facts and figures
0 The humble potato – key facts and figures Today, October 4, marks Bord Bia’s National Potato Day. In recognition of the humble spud, Shay Phelan, Potato Specialist at Teagasc, shares key facts, figures and developing trends on this all important staple. Potatoes are Ireland’s most popular vegetable, with approximately 350,000 tonnes produced […]
4 October 2024
Food, drink and ingredients innovators wanted for leading investment accelerator programme
Food, drink and ingredients innovators wanted for leading investment accelerator programme Food Works, Ireland’s leading investment accelerator for high-potential food and drink companies, launches recruitment drive for 2025 programme. Are you a food or beverage entrepreneur with a vision to disrupt the industry? Do you have a product, food technology solution or […]
30 September 2024
Mushroom for reflection
Mushroom for reflection Delegates from Teagasc recently attended the International Society of Mushroom Science congress for a look at the ever-growing world of mushroom research. The International Society of Mushroom Science (ISMS) congress takes place every four years and is an important event in the mushroom research calendar. This February, it celebrated […]
29 September 2024
Latest developments in sensory and consumer science showcased
0 Latest developments in sensory and consumer science showcased Over 750 delegates from across the world have gathered in the RDS, Dublin for the 11th European Conference on Sensory and Consumer Research, which takes place between the 8th and 11th of September, 2024. Welcomed by the Sensory Food Network Ireland – established in […]
9 September 2024
First Comprehensive Database of Food Metagenomes Developed
0 First Comprehensive Database of Food Metagenomes Developed The first comprehensive database of food metagenomes has been developed by the EU-funded MASTER project. The associated scientific paper ‘Unexplored microbial diversity from 2,500 food metagenomes and links with the human microbiome’ was published recently in the prestigious journal Cell. The curatedFoodMetagenomicData (cFMD) resource is […]
2 September 2024
What milk makes
What milk makes Visitors to the 81st Virginia Show were treated to a visual display by Teagasc researchers that unveiled the numerous products ensuing from the processing of raw milk. Presented by researchers Jonathan Magan, Conor Fitzpatrick and Liam Kelly of the Teagasc Food Chemistry and Technology Department, Moorepark, their presentation centred […]
23 August 2024
Discover the Art of Fermentation: Teagasc launches new training course ‘Introduction to Fermented Foods’
Discover the Art of Fermentation: Teagasc launches new training course ‘Introduction to Fermented Foods’ Are you fascinated by the world of fermentation? Do you aspire to create your own fermented foods like kombucha and water kefir? Teagasc has launched a new training course designed to equip food producers and enthusiasts with the […]
24 July 2024
Western diets pose greater risk of cancer and IBD – APC study finds
Western diets pose greater risk of cancer and IBD – APC study finds Western diets pose a greater risk of Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) and colorectal cancer, according to a milestone review of what people eat around the world. The study of six prevalent diets has examined how what we consume impacts […]
18 July 2024
Livestock an important part of our overall food system – Teagasc Director
Livestock an important part of our overall food system – Teagasc Director The benefits of livestock inclusion in the overall food system were outlined by Professor Frank O Mara, Director of Teagasc, on the recent Signpost Series webinar titled: ‘Cultivating a sustainable future for Irish agriculture’. Joining host Mark Gibson, Head of […]
15 July 2024