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Options to complete the green cert
Options to complete the green cert Teagasc offers a wide range of courses for those embarking on their journey into agricultural education, including the ‘green cert’ – the umbrella term referring to a number of courses associated with qualifying farmers for the various Department of Agriculture, Food and Marine or Revenue schemes. […]
15 April 2024
Crop establishments, silage supplies and slurry storage pressures continue
Crop establishments, silage supplies and slurry storage pressures continue The convening of the National Fodder and Feed Security Committee on April 9 heard that pressures relating to spring crop establishments, silage supplies and slurry storage are continuing to create significant challenges at farm level. Addressing the committee, Michael Hennessy, Teagasc Head of […]
13 April 2024
Prof. David Kenny appointed as President of the British Society of Animal Science
Prof. David Kenny appointed as President of the British Society of Animal Science Professor David Kenny has been appointed President of the British Society of Animal Science (BSAS), marking a significant milestone as only the second president based in the Republic of Ireland. Prof. Kenny follows in the footsteps of Dr Jim […]
10 April 2024
Maintaining positive wellbeing during this challenging spring weather
0 Maintaining positive wellbeing during this challenging spring weather Finola Colgan, Development Officer at Mental Health Ireland, and Francis Bligh, Health and Safety Specialist at Teagasc, give advice on maintaining positive wellbeing during this challenging spring weather. The ongoing wet weather and poor forecast is creating many additional challenges for farmers. Ground conditions […]
9 April 2024
Watch: Sharing their experiences of new apprenticeship programmes
0 Watch: Sharing their experiences of new apprenticeship programmes Teagasc launched land-based apprenticeships in partnership with SOLAS last year, with four two-year apprenticeships currently available. In this article, some of the current apprentices and their employers share their personal journeys and learning experiences to date. Horticulturist Apprenticeship Conor Comerford is completing a Horticulturist […]
1 April 2024
Coming out of its shell
Coming out of its shell Shell waste from commercial fishing has long been an untapped resource, but new research suggests it could have great potential for industrial packaging applications. The world’s population is swiftly increasing; urbanisation and improvements in economic status are leading to concerns that people’s dietetic patterns are shifting and […]
31 March 2024
Young Equine Breeders National Championships Results
Young Equine Breeders National Championships Results The 2024 Young Breeder National Championships took place on Saturday, 23 March, at Kildalton Agricultural College, Piltown, Co. Kilkenny. The event was hosted by Teagasc and Horse Sport Ireland, supported by Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine under ‘National Breeding Services’. Wendy Conlon, Teagasc Equine […]
26 March 2024
Land-Based Apprenticeships Webinar
Land-Based Apprenticeships Webinar A live webinar took place on Wednesday, 20 March, which was aimed at providing an insight into the new land-based apprenticeships recently launched by Teagasc, in partnership with SOLAS. The webinar provided valuable insights into the diverse opportunities awaiting in agriculture and horticulture. Teagasc currently offer four 2 year […]
26 March 2024
Shamrock, Irish Heritage and Biodiversity
Shamrock, Irish Heritage and Biodiversity The shamrock, a three-leafed clover, is a significant symbol associated with St. Patrick’s Day. Ivan Kelly discusses the shamrock’s significance in Irish culture and biodiversity, its role in St. Patrick’s Day traditions, and its ecological importance in supporting Ireland’s grassland ecosystems. It is believed that St. Patrick […]
17 March 2024
Why farmers are a group at risk of developing mental health issues
Why farmers are a group at risk of developing mental health issues Anna Donnla O’Hagan and Sandra Malone, DCU, and John McNamara, Teagasc, explain why tending to the mental well-being of our farmers is as crucial as cultivating the fields themselves. While a very fulfilling and rewarding occupation, farming is also high-pressure […]
17 March 2024