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Think about the risks when working with slurry on your farm
With slurry season commencing in many parts of the country this week, it is once again important to think about the dangers associated with handling slurry and to plan this work with safety in mind. John McNamara and Francis Bligh, Teagasc Health and Safety Specialists, advise caution with safety tips.
13 January 2026
Teagasc showcases the impact of agricultural and food research at the Stripe Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition 2026
Teagasc is delighted to once again sponsor the Stripe Young Scientist & Technology Exhibition, now in its 62nd year, taking place from Thursday 8 to Saturday 10 January 2026 at the RDS, Ballsbridge, Dublin.
8 January 2026
Farmers Leading Farm Safety
As part of the BeSafe Project, a group of Mayo farmers worked with some of the project's key findings and developed them into practical tools to raise farm safety awareness and address risks.
2 January 2026
Controlling rodents in the farmyard
Rodents, if not controlled, can cause serious economic loss through spoilage of animal feed, spread of pathogens and damage to buildings and equipment, Eamonn Dempsey, Teagasc Advisor, shares some key tips on controlling rodents.
28 December 2025
A message from Professor Frank O’Mara, Director of Teagasc
As 2025 draws to a close, the quieter days ahead offer a welcome opportunity to pause, reflect on the year outgoing and prepare for the opportunities and challenges that await in 2026.
25 December 2025
Agricultural Science students receive awards
The annual Agricultural Science Post Graduation Celebration and Awards Ceremony took place on Friday, December 12th in University College Cork (UCC).
18 December 2025
Teagasc signs new Memorandum of Understanding and Service Level Agreements with Private Agricultural Colleges
Teagasc has signed a new Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) and updated Service Level Agreements (SLAs) with Ireland’s three Private Agricultural Colleges: Gurteen College, Salesian Agricultural College Pallaskenry and Mountbellew Agricultural College.
16 December 2025
US Farm Safety Expert to Address ‘Farm Risk Paradox’ at Teagasc Seminar
Teagasc will host a seminar on Wednesday, 17 December 2025, exploring why high rates of farm injuries persist despite decades of research and safety awareness campaigns.
16 December 2025
10 Things to Know About… Bacteria
Bacteria are one of Earth’s oldest life forms - dating back over three billion years. They are masters of survival and good bacteria help nature function, but some bacteria cause infection and can be deadly.
15 December 2025
Confirmed: Nitrates Derogation decision
Ireland has secured the continued availability of the Nitrates Derogation, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD, announced today, December 9.
9 December 2025