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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
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
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
Advancing Innovation, Sustainability and Technical Performance of the Agri-Food Sector in 2024
Advancing Innovation, Sustainability and Technical Performance of the Agri-Food Sector in 2024 A new Publication titled ‘Advancing Innovation, Sustainability and Technical Performance of the Agri-Food Sector in 2024’ was published by Teagasc today, Monday, 27 January. This publication sets out key indicators of the performance of the main farming enterprises in the […]
27 January 2025
Farmers need to realise health is their most important resource
Farmers need to realise health is their most important resource Many farmers often overlook the importance of their own health and wellbeing, making it a secondary priority to the needs of their farming enterprises. However as Health and Safety Specialist at Teagasc, John McNamara explained when appearing on the HSE Talking Health […]
26 January 2025
Teagasc locations closed due to Red Wind Warning
Teagasc locations closed due to Red Wind Warning On account of the Red Wind Warning issued by Met Éireann and the arrival of Storm Éowyn, all Teagasc offices, colleges and research centres will be closed, today, January 24, 2025. Although the weather warnings are forecast to expire at various times throughout the […]
24 January 2025