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Agriculture and Land Use in Ireland: Pathways to a Sustainable Future
National Conference, Portlaoise, 26th- 27th May 2026
Agriculture and Land-use in Ireland – Pathways to a Sustainable Future was a national technical conference that brought together researchers, students, policymakers and industry representatives to explore the future of farming and the environment.
Covering themes ranging from climate adaptation and greenhouse gas mitigation to biodiversity, soil health, water quality, the bioeconomy and behavioural change, the conference provided a valuable platform for knowledge exchange, networking and collaboration to support sustainable agricultural and land-use solutions.
The conference was organised through a partnership between Teagasc, University College Dublin, University of Galway, University College Cork, Trinity College Dublin, Queen’s University Belfast and the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI). The event brought together leading expertise in agriculture, land use and environmental research from across Ireland, fostering discussion and collaboration on the challenges and opportunities facing the sector.
Potential of plantain as an approach to mitigate nitrous oxide emissions: A webinar from Ag Emissions Centre & Teagasc Climate Centre
Monday 8th December 2026
Plantain, a perennial herb with a deep and fibrous root system, offers multiple agronomic and environmental advantages. Recent research suggests that including plantain in pasture systems may mitigate nitrous oxide emissions via several mechanisms. However, findings remain variable across studies, with results ranging from significant emission reductions to negligible or even opposite effects. This webinar featured the latest research updates from New Zealand and Ireland.This webinar is part of the 2025 Ag Emissions Centre State of the Science webinar series and a collaborative effort between Teagasc and the Ag Emissions Centre.
Watch the webinar on YouTube.
Farming for a Better Climate: Practical and Emerging Solutions
Tuesday, 11th November 2025
A day of insights, research, and practical solutions focused on reducing agricultural emissions and enhancing sustainability across Irish farming. This conference brings together leading experts, researchers, and industry voices to explore the tools, technologies, and strategies shaping the future of climate-smart agriculture.
View the full proceedings here
“B0 for IPCC inventories and biogas production”- A webinar presented by the Manure Management Network of the Global Research Alliance.
Tuesday 7th May 2025, 8-9.30AM
NZAGRC x Teagasc Joint Webinar: “Does seasonality affect how much methane an animal produces?”
Monday 12th May 2025, 10-11PM
Understanding methane emissions from cows grazing seasonal pasture is important for accurate accounting of agricultural GHG emissions. In this webinar, Ben Lahart (Teagasc and Methane Pillar Lead) and Jane Kay (DairyNZ) presented the latest research findings.
Uplands Symposium
Tuesday, 12th November 2025 | 9:30am – 4:15pm | Ballymascanlon Hotel, Carlingford Road, Dundalk, Co. Louth
This event brought together scientists, policymakers, knowledge transfer professionals and practitioners from across the island of Ireland engaged with managing the uplands, to highlight current developments in supporting Upland Farming Systems and to identify future opportunities for Policy, Education and Research.
Sustainability in Agriculture: The Science and Evidence
Sustainability in Agriculture: The Science and Evidence took place in Teagasc Ashtown on Tuesday November 5th 2024
View the conference proceedings and presentations here.
Biocircularity in Action: Opportunities within Sustainable and Circular Food Systems
This one-day Summit brought together committed Irish food sector companies to share knowledge, highlight the opportunities and discuss the challenges in creating new sustainable, commercial opportunities within the circular bioeconomy.
The event brought together thought leaders, industry experts, and food innovators for a day of insightful discussions, networking, and collaboration.
Counting Carbon: Science and Practice Conference
Thursday, 20th June 2024
Teagasc, Ashtown, Dublin 15
MACC 2023
12th July 2023
Teagasc Ashtown