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Making sustainability real – a Ballyhaise experience
Making sustainability real – a Ballyhaise experience Alastair Pollock, College Teacher, discusses Ballyhaise College’s role of educating our future farmers on sustainability, while also exploring the measures delivering a reduction in carbon footprint on the college’s beef and dairy enterprises. Sustainability is probably the most talked about topic in Agriculture at the […]
27 November 2024
Is rural Ireland really dying? What the facts and figures tell us
Is rural Ireland really dying? What the facts and figures tell us The question of whether rural Ireland is dying or not is complicated, and requires nuanced geographic analysis. Josh O’Driscoll, Frank Crowley, Justin Doran, Mary O’Shaughnessy, UCC; and David Meredith and Jesko Zimmermann, Teagasc, examined this in more detail in a […]
20 November 2024
Teagasc unveils winners of Research and Innovation photo competition 2024
Teagasc unveils winners of Research and Innovation photo competition 2024 An image titled ‘The Irish green’ was officially announced as the overall winner of Teagasc’s Vision of Research and Innovation photography competition at an event in Oak Park House, Carlow on Wednesday, 13 November. The aim of the competition is to identify […]
15 November 2024
Farm Safety Interventions to help advisors promote safety with livestock
Farm Safety Interventions to help advisors promote safety with livestock Ciaran Kinahan, Sinéad Flannery, John McNamara and Francis Bligh share details of a study which developed livestock safety workshops for advisors to help reduce farm accidents. Farming is one of the most hazardous occupations in Ireland, with an average of 20 fatal […]
10 November 2024
Uncover the wonders of science with Science Week at Teagasc 2024 events
0 Uncover the wonders of science with Science Week at Teagasc 2024 events Teagasc is thrilled to unveil a dynamic Science Week programme, packed with engaging, hands-on events that spark curiosity, inspire learning, and bring the latest scientific advancements to life. Running from November 11-17 and led by Science Communication and Engagement Officer, […]
8 November 2024
Part-time farmer’s engagement with advisory services and how it can be improved
0 Part-time farmer’s engagement with advisory services and how it can be improved Sharing insights gained from her Masters in Agricultural Innovation Support Research Project, Claire Dolan identifies part-time farmer’s preferred communication methods and some of the barriers limiting their engagement with advisory services. Why was there a need for this study? Over […]
6 November 2024
Women’s perspectives, ideas and skills vital for farming innovation and sustainability
0 Women’s perspectives, ideas and skills vital for farming innovation and sustainability There is a solid business case for greater recognition and development of the roles of women in agriculture, Áine Macken-Walsh, Sociologist at Teagasc, told a recent Women in Agri National Dialogue event. The series of events, jointly hosted by the Women […]
4 November 2024
Young Breeder Training visits Joseph O’Brien Racing and Belline Estate Kilkenny
0 Young Breeder Training visits Joseph O’Brien Racing and Belline Estate Kilkenny Closing the calendar of events for 2024, the Young Breeder Training ‘double delight’ took place on Saturday, October 5 with visits to Joseph O’Brien Racing and Belline Estate Equestrian, both in Piltown, Co. Kilkenny. Aimed at those aged between 14-15 and […]
3 November 2024
Agricultural knowledge exchange in a changing world
Agricultural knowledge exchange in a changing world The importance of training and advisory skillsets in order to support innovation and practice adoption in the agri-food sector was highlighted at the Agricultural Knowledge Exchange in a Changing World – Knowledge Transfer Conference 2024. The event was co-hosted by Teagasc and the UCD School […]
25 October 2024
Equine jumping from strength to strength at Gurteen College
Equine jumping from strength to strength at Gurteen College As the second group of equine students start their course, Molly Parry writes on how the future looks bright for equine studies at Gurteen College. September always sees a flurry of activity as a rush of new, fresh faces arrive through the college […]
25 October 2024