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Kildalton 50 – A Celebration of 50 years in Land Based Education
Kildalton 50 – A Celebration of 50 years in Land Based Education For over 50 years, Kildalton College in South Kilkenny has forged a path for students of agriculture, horticulture and equitation. To celebrate this milestone, the Teagasc Kildalton College will open its doors on Saturday, 25th of June this year, from […]
15 March 2022
Today’s Farm – March/April 2022
Today’s Farm – March/April 2022 The March/April edition of our bi-monthly magazine is now available online. It includes articles on genetics,Commercial Beef value, fertilising for grass silage, basic payment, controlling chickweed in cereals, health & safety, forestry diversification, dahlias and meet Teagasc Director Frank O’Mara Today’s Farm, the popular bi-monthly magazine has […]
13 March 2022
Agriculture Courses – What are the Options?
Agriculture Courses – What are the Options? The choice of agricultural courses is considerable. Students planning a career in the Agricultural or Horticultural sector and also qualifying as a young trained farmer may find it difficult to navigate the list of courses available. Education Officer Serena Gibbons gives a synopsis on the […]
12 March 2022
ISH Young (Equine) Breeders National Championships 2022
ISH Young (Equine) Breeders National Championships 2022 The ISH Young Breeders training programme is a joint programme between Teagasc and Horse Sport Ireland focusing primarily on the assessment of conformation and athleticism traits of eventing and show jumping horses. National Championships are on Saturday, 2nd April at Teagasc Kildalton College Photo above: Vera […]
11 March 2022
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