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Major Online Event to mark the Publication of Developing Rural Ireland: A History of the Irish Agricultural Advisory Services
0 Major Online Event to mark the Publication of Developing Rural Ireland: A History of the Irish Agricultural Advisory Services A webinar marking the landmark publication of ‘Developing Rural Ireland: A History of the Irish Agricultural Advisory Services’ by Mícheál Ó Fathartaigh took place on Thursday, 17 February 2022. It was hosted jointly […]
8 March 2022
TResearch Spring 2022
0 TResearch Spring 2022 TResearch is an official science publication of Teagasc. It aims to disseminate the results of the organisation’s research to a broad audience. Put to good use – Researchers are using innovative processes and consumer insights to help combat food waste Download the publication as a pdf here In this […]
5 March 2022
Teagasc appoint new Head of Animal and Grassland Programme
0 Teagasc appoint new Head of Animal and Grassland Programme Teagasc has appointed Dr Laurence Shalloo as Head of the Animal & Grassland Research and Innovation programme. The Teagasc Authority approved the appointment at its meeting on Wednesday 2 March 2022. The Animal & Grassland, Research and Innovation programme is one of the […]
3 March 2022
The Right Course Of Action
The Right Course Of Action Combining cutting-edge modern developments with traditional practical skills, Teagasc offers a unique, hands-on learning experience – with an exciting selection of courses. Head of Education Dr Anne-Marie Butler gives more information. Teagasc – the Agriculture and Food Development Authority – is the national body providing integrated research, […]
28 February 2022
Organic Cattle and Sheep
Organic Cattle and Sheep The organic drystock sector is the largest of the organic enterprises in Ireland. About 70% of all organic producers are involved in either cattle and/or sheep production. The transition at farm level from conventional methods is relatively straightforward compared to other enterprises The transition at farm level […]
20 February 2022
Excitement as students return to Agri Aware Farm Walk & Talk
Excitement as students return to Agri Aware Farm Walk & Talk Farm Walk and Talk is an interactive series of events for second-level, agricultural science students throughout early March on ten research farms and agricultural colleges across the country. See dates and events below to sign up for these first come first […]
16 February 2022
Funding Call Now Open to Support European Farm Advisors to Embrace Digital Tools and Technologies
Funding Call Now Open to Support European Farm Advisors to Embrace Digital Tools and Technologies The FAIRshare (Farm Advisory Digital Innovation Tools Realised and Shared) project launched in November 2018 and it aims to enable a more digitally active farm and farm advisory community. Bridging the digital divide The project focuses on […]
15 February 2022
Failure of Passive Transfer
Failure of Passive Transfer Foals are born without protective immunity against infectious disease organisms. All foals require “passive transfer” of antibodies that are found in the mare’s first milk, or colostrum. Failure of passive transfer (F.P.T.) of immunity occurs if a foal does not obtain enough quality colostrum What is Failure of […]
13 February 2022
Developing Rural Ireland in the Twentieth Century
Developing Rural Ireland in the Twentieth Century Teagasc and the Social Sciences Research Centre (SSRC) at NUI, Galway are hosting an online event on Thursday 17 February at 4pm. The event will showcase the recent landmark publication on Irish agricultural and rural history, Developing Rural Ireland, and will also feature a panel discussion […]
13 February 2022
Teagasc celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science
Teagasc celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science There is a diversity of careers available to women in science at Teagasc. Friday, 11th February, is International Day of Women and Girls in Science. Teagasc takes the opportunity to stand for women and girls in science and break the stereotypes that […]
11 February 2022