Horticulture
Labour costs and availability continue to challenge horticulture sector
Ireland’s horticultural sector experienced a largely positive growing season in 2025, aided by improved weather conditions compared to the previous year. However, significant challenges remain, particularly around rising labour costs and availability, according to the newly published Teagasc Achievements 2025 report.
19 February 2026
Horticulture Apprenticeship Student Experiences
The Horticulture Apprenticeship programme at the College of Amenity Horticulture, Botanic Gardens & Ashtown attracts students from diverse backgrounds, sharing a passion for working with plants, landscapes, and outdoor spaces. As the 2025 - 2027 cohort settles into Year 1, students share their experiences of the course so far.
14 February 2026
A national survey: What do Irish consumers value in apples?
Apples are among the most widely consumed fruits in Ireland. However, more than 90% of the apples available on the Irish market are currently imported.
5 February 2026
A closer look at Brussels sprouts
A vegetable that often divides opinion, William Deasy, Specialised Vegetable Advisor, takes a closer look at the much loved or loathed vegetable - the Brussels sprout.
22 December 2025
Poinsettia: The vintage Christmas flower
Behind the vintage Christmas plant decorating your home is a high‑tech nursery business operating on thin margins. As part of a recently published RTÉ Brainstorm article, Dónall Flanagan, Teagasc Nursery Stock Advisor, delved into poinsettia production in Ireland.
21 December 2025
10 Things to Know About… Invasive Species
The discovery of Asian Hornets in Cork earlier this year raised concerns about the threat invasive species pose to Ireland’s wildlife. Tonight on 10 Things to Know About…, researchers examine nests to uncover more about these invasive insects.
1 December 2025
Growers and students gather for nursery stock composting demo
Around 60 nursery growers and students attended a practical composting demonstration at Kelly’s Nursery on October 22 to see nursery scale, green waste systems in action and to hear Teagasc updates on safe use of composted green waste in growing media.
6 November 2025
Record spring weather brings strong Irish apple harvest
Spring 2025 was Ireland’s warmest and sunniest on record, creating ideal conditions for apple orchards. Research Officer at Teagasc Oak Park, Dr. Alberto Ramos Luz explains why better pollination, strong fruit set, and excellent colour and flavour development mean growers – and consumers – can look forward to one of the best apple harvests in years
26 August 2025
‘I was lost coming out of secondary school, but I found something I love’
After navigating false starts in engineering and accountancy, Tipperary native Niamh Duggan has found her calling in the world of horticulture.
15 August 2025
Field Vegetable Crop Establishment and Band Spraying Demonstrations at Crops Open Day
Field Vegetable Crop Establishment and Band Spraying Demonstrations at Crops Open Day A live field vegetable crop establishment and band spraying demonstration will take place in Teagasc Oak Park on Wednesday, 25 June as part of the Crops Open Day 2025. The Teagasc Horticulture Development Department are hosting the event and have […]
12 June 2025