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‘If we don’t achieve a good clean environment, we don’t train winners’
‘If we don’t achieve a good clean environment, we don’t train winners’ Equine industry ambassadors have shared words of wisdom as part of the 10 Practical Steps to Protect Equine Health video series. One such ambassador is David Roche, Assistant Trainer at record-breaking Henry De Bromhead Racing. Produced as a collaborative effort […]
20 August 2024
‘10 Practical Steps to Protect Equine Health’ Video Series Launched
‘10 Practical Steps to Protect Equine Health’ Video Series Launched Teagasc, The Irish Equine Centre, and University College Dublin’s School of Veterinary Medicine joined forces with industry ambassadors to provide 10 practical steps to protecting the health of all equines in the national herd, illustrated using 10 short videos. Equine health is […]
16 August 2024
Minister Heydon Launches Positive Mental Health Guidance for Farming Community
Minister Heydon Launches Positive Mental Health Guidance for Farming Community Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine with special responsibility for Farm Safety, Martin Heydon T.D., recently launched the joint Mental Health Ireland/Teagasc leaflet ‘Sowing the Seeds of Support: Positive Mental Health Guidance for the Farming Community’ […]
10 August 2024
Strong Teagasc presence planned at Tullamore Show
Strong Teagasc presence planned at Tullamore Show Whether your query relates to reducing your farm’s carbon footprint, organics, forestry, water quality or diversification, Teagasc staff will be on site at the Tullamore Show and FBD National Livestock Show, tomorrow, August 11. The Sustainable Livestock Village First formed in 2023, the Sustainable Livestock […]
10 August 2024
Organic Farming Principles Course available
0 Organic Farming Principles Course available The 25-hour QQI Level 5 Organic Farming Principles course is required for farmers entering the Organic Farming Scheme, covering organic standards, sustainable practices, and economic evaluation, with upcoming sessions starting in August and September at various locations. The 25-hour QQI Level 5 ‘Organic Farming Principles’ course is […]
9 August 2024
SunSmart for farmers
SunSmart for farmers Skin cancer is one of the most preventable forms of the disease. Yet there over 11,000 cases diagnosed annually in Ireland and that figure is rising. Francis Bligh, Teagasc Health & Safety Specialist, discusses how to protect yourself against the dangers of sun exposure. Working outdoors is an every-day […]
31 July 2024
Signpost Series: Calf welfare and TAMS supports
Signpost Series: Calf welfare and TAMS supports On this episode of the Signpost Series, host Mark Gibson, Teagasc Head of Outreach and Innovation, was joined by Stephanie Ronan and Dr Robert Leonard, Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM), to discuss calf welfare and TAMS supports. Stephanie Ronan provided an overview […]
27 July 2024
Look after your health: Are you fit to farm?
Look after your health: Are you fit to farm? One of this year’s Farm Safety Week topics focuses on the question: ‘Are you fit to farm?’ This topic seeks to highlight the importance of taking time out to maintain good health and wellbeing, Francis Bligh, Teagasc Health and Safety Specialist, tells us […]
26 July 2024
The hidden dangers of working outdoors
The hidden dangers of working outdoors As ‘the great outdoors – the hidden dangers of working outdoors’ is one of the themes being highlighted over Farm Safety Week, Francis Bligh, Teagasc Health and Safety Specialist, tells us of the many types of hazards farmers are exposed to. The outdoor hazards depends on […]
25 July 2024
‘For every accident there can be about 10 near misses’
‘For every accident there can be about 10 near misses’ Day two of Farm Safety Week, an initiative organised by the IFA Family & Social Affairs Committee and supported by Teagasc, aims to promote awareness of the near misses occurring on farms and to encourage farmers to learn from their mistakes. Dr […]
23 July 2024