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Host Farm Placements proving valuable to Kildalton College students
Host Farm Placements proving valuable to Kildalton College students Placement is a win-win for both the student and farmer, writes Declan Byrne, College Teacher/Placement Officer, Teagasc Kildalton College, who shares how it’s shaping students for their future careers. Teagasc Kildalton College, situated in Piltown Co. Kilkenny, is the largest agricultural college in […]
18 February 2025
Clonakilty victorious at 2025 Colleges Challenges Day
Clonakilty victorious at 2025 Colleges Challenges Day Eight teams from agricultural, equine and horticultural colleges gathered in Clonakilty Agricultural College on Wednesday, February 12 for the 2025 Macra and Teagasc Colleges Challenges Day. Colleges Challenges Day – a highlight in the education calendar year – featured competitions in stock judging, tractor driving, […]
17 February 2025
A celebration of Women and Girls in Science
A celebration of Women and Girls in Science Today, February 11, Teagasc is celebrating International Day of Women and Girls in Science. A United Nations (UN) initiative that promotes gender equality in STEM Fields and encourages more women and girls to pursue careers in science and technology, the theme for 2025 is: […]
11 February 2025
Key points for spreading protected urea
0 Key points for spreading protected urea The ability to spread protected urea and the accuracy of applications were the topics of much debate over 2024. Before the fertiliser spreading season commences, Dermot Forristal, Teagasc Oak Park, shares some key tips to improve accuracy. Urea is less dense than other fertiliser types. This […]
3 February 2025
The Green Cert benefits
0 The Green Cert benefits Paul Mullins, Education Officer, Teagasc Galway/Clare, look at the benefits that flow from having completed the Green Cert. The Green Cert, formally known as the Certificate in Agriculture, is an important qualification for those who will be taking over farms in the coming years. There are a number […]
2 February 2025
Stay safe around fallen wires
Stay safe around fallen wires After storms, fallen electricity wires can be deadly. Always assume they are live and dangerous. Do not go near them. ESB Networks urges everyone to stay vigilant around electricity wires, in the aftermath of Storm Éowyn. Fallen or low-hanging wires, as well as damage to the electricity […]
30 January 2025
New Teagasc Advisory Strategy
New Teagasc Advisory Strategy A new Teagasc Advisory Strategy is being piloted in two of its advisory regions from January this year. Head of the Teagasc Advisory Programme, Tom Curran said: “Following a major review of how we deliver advisory supports to our farmer clients, we have developed a new strategy which, […]
29 January 2025
Organic Farming 25 Hour Course
Organic Farming 25 Hour Course Gain essential skills and knowledge to meet organic standards on the 25 Hour Level 5 QQI Organic Farming Principles Course. The 25-hour Level 5 QQI Organic Farming Principles course is essential for anyone interested in joining the Organic Farming Scheme. This course equips participants with the knowledge […]
28 January 2025
New enhanced grant aid for nutrient storage included in TAMS 3
New enhanced grant aid for nutrient storage included in TAMS 3 A new addition to tranche 6 of TAMS 3 means farmers can now apply for enhanced grant aid for nutrient storage investments. Announcing the opening of tranche 6 today, January 28, the Minister for Agriculture, Food, Fisheries and the Marine, Martin […]
28 January 2025
One in three farmers are over 65
One in three farmers are over 65 Ireland’s aging farming population, and a decline in young farmers entering the sector over recent decades, has the potential to pose challenges to the future sustainability and resilience of agriculture going forward. That’s according to Dr. Emma Dillon, a Teagasc Senior Research Officer and Economist […]
28 January 2025