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Maria Keane – Green Cert experience
Maria Keane – Green Cert experience “The Green Cert gives you a great foundation in agriculture,” says Maria about the Teagasc distance Level 6 Specific Purpose Certificate in Farming course, which she completed at Gurteen College. Maria talks about her distance “Green Cert” course which she found flexible and accommodating Student: Maria […]
26 July 2022
Dave Moloney – Green Cert student experience
Dave Moloney – Green Cert student experience “My only regret is that I didn’t do it years ago!” says Dave Moloney, Co Cork about the Teagasc part-time Level 6 Specific Purpose Certificate in Farming course, which he completed at Teagasc Macroom. Dave, who won 2021 Teagasc Student of the Year Competition, talks […]
25 July 2022
Enhanced rates for Organic Farmers
Enhanced rates for Organic Farmers The Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Senator Pippa Hackett recently announced proposed new enhanced rates for farmers participating in the Organic farming scheme. These are subject to approval by the European Commission. Pictured above at the launch on Castlewood Organic […]
23 July 2022
Thomas Curran is New Head of the Teagasc Advisory Service
Thomas Curran is New Head of the Teagasc Advisory Service Thomas Curran has been appointed as the new Head of the Teagasc Advisory Service. The appointment was approved by the Teagasc Authority today, Tuesday, 19 July. Thomas Curran will lead the Teagasc advisory service, which is delivered to farmers nationwide by a […]
19 July 2022
Farmers encouraged to view new SunSmart video
Farmers encouraged to view new SunSmart video Working outdoors for long period’s means farmers are one of the highest risk groups for skin cancer. High temperatures are predicted over the next few days. Teagasc encourages farmers to watch the SunSmart video. Read also details on Healthy Ireland SunSmart steps for farmers. CSO […]
16 July 2022
Today’s Farm – July/August 2022
Today’s Farm – July/August 2022 The July/August edition of our bi-monthly magazine is now available online. In this edition Meet our Green Cert graduates. With Farm Safety Week in July we learn it’s the most dangerous month. Also Seven steps to maximise lamb performance, Growing demand for oilseed rape; joining ACRES and […]
15 July 2022
Irish Sport Horse (ISH) Young Breeders crowned World Champions
Irish Sport Horse (ISH) Young Breeders crowned World Champions The Irish Sport Horse Studbook Young Breeders team were crowned World Champions at the World Breeding Federation for Sport Horses International Young Breeders World Championships in Ermelo, Holland July 7-9 2022. Main photo above: Colin Doyle; Philip Scott, Barnfield Equestrian; Shane Donohoe; Maria […]
13 July 2022
Ballyhaise’22 Dairy Open Day
Ballyhaise’22 Dairy Open Day We are delighted to invite all dairy farmers and dairy industry stakeholders to Ballyhaise’22, on Wednesday 13 July at Ballyhaise Agricultural College, Ballyhaise, Co. Cavan. “Futureproofing Irish Dairying” is the theme of this event. Find out more about what you can expect to see in the video here […]
12 July 2022
Teagasc Student Maintenance Grants 2022/2023
Teagasc Student Maintenance Grants 2022/2023 The 2022/2023 Teagasc Student Maintenance Grant Scheme is now open. Teagasc student maintenance grants are paid through Teagasc and the grant scheme is managed by Teagasc. The closing date for applications is Friday 30th September 2022. See more details on how to apply here The Teagasc Authority […]
11 July 2022
Winner of ‘Equine Farming and Biodiversity’ Photo Competition Announced
0 Winner of ‘Equine Farming and Biodiversity’ Photo Competition Announced Teagasc announced the winners of the ‘Equine Farming and Biodiversity’ photo competition. The overall winner is Max Solan Clinton from Boyle, Co. Roscommon WINNER: Max Solan Kelly Max’s winning image was selected from over 150 diverse images featuring examples of biodiversity in harmony […]
1 July 2022