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New Teagasc Cattle Specialist Appointed
New Teagasc Cattle Specialist Appointed David Argue has been appointed as a Teagasc Cattle Specialist based at Teagasc Ballyhaise and will cover the North East of the country. David graduated with a Bachelor of Science (Honours) in Sustainable Agriculture from Dundalk Institute of Technology. He went on to complete a Master of […]
27 February 2025
Find out more about Agriculture, Horticulture, Equine and Forestry Courses
Find out more about Agriculture, Horticulture, Equine and Forestry Courses The four Teagasc colleges and the three private agricultural colleges are holding a series of open days during March for prospective students, their families and career guidance teachers. The colleges will open their doors to prospective applicants to full-time Level 5 agriculture, […]
27 February 2025
Industrial Hemp Conference sets stage for potential growth in Irish agriculture
Industrial Hemp Conference sets stage for potential growth in Irish agriculture Teagasc and Textiles Composites International will host the Industrial Hemp Conference at the Teagasc Food Research Centre, Ashtown, Dublin. The event is drawing attention to the promising role of industrial hemp in sustainable development, while also highlighting the need for strategic […]
25 February 2025
4,000 students expected at Agri Aware’s Farm Walk & Talk series
4,000 students expected at Agri Aware’s Farm Walk & Talk series Agri Aware’s Farm Walk & Talk series is set to kick off next Wednesday, February 26, providing second level students with the opportunity for hands-on learning on farms nationally. Through the series of events, teachers and students across Ireland visit various […]
23 February 2025
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