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Kiss dry turkey goodbye!
Kiss dry turkey goodbye! Say goodbye to dry turkey this Christmas with Chef Maria Harte’s expert tips and resources for a stress-free festive feast. From a comprehensive Christmas Dinner Planner to a Turkey Cooking Time Calculator, everything you need to ensure your turkey steals the show. According to Safefood’s annual survey, 55% […]
21 December 2024
The story behind your Christmas Brussels Sprouts
The story behind your Christmas Brussels Sprouts Brussels sprouts season is in full swing. With Christmas nearing, growers are working hard to get these classic veggies onto Irish dinner plates. Love them or hate them, sprouts are a holiday staple. William Deasy, Specialised Vegetable Advisor, shares the story behind them. Growing and […]
21 December 2024
New cost control tool for dairy farmers
New cost control tool for dairy farmers Dairy farmers attending the Teagasc National Dairy Conference were given a first look at a new tool to enable better cost control on their farms. Showcased by Patrick Gowing, Dairy Specialist, and Nora O’Donovan, Dairy Advisor on the Dairygold Joint Programme, the Teagasc Dairy Farm […]
20 December 2024
Deck the Halls with Boughs of Holly
Deck the Halls with Boughs of Holly Do you know the origin of holly and its many traditions? Kevin O’Connell, Teagasc Forestry Development Officer, tells us all about the traditions and myths around the holly tree, from Roman times to pagans and druids. More episodes and information from the Environment Edge
20 December 2024
Farmer-focussed Biodiversity and Agricultural Knowledge Network
Farmer-focussed Biodiversity and Agricultural Knowledge Network January 2025 sees the launch of the Farmer-focussed Biodiversity and agricultural knowledge Network (FarmBioNet) Project. The project, led by Teagasc, the Irish Agriculture and Food Development Authority, is funded by the European Union under the €93.5 billion Horizon Europe programme for research and innovation. FarmBioNet aims […]
19 December 2024
Minding the soil for the next generation
Minding the soil for the next generation Next generation considerations are never too far from James O’Keeffe’s mind, an organic tillage farmer from Crossakiel, Co. Meath who was crowned the winner of the Improving Soil Health Category of the Teagasc FBD Environmental Sustainability Awards 2024. In this article, Dr Siobhán Kavanagh, Signpost […]
19 December 2024
The Next Generation: Planning for Farm Succession
The Next Generation: Planning for Farm Succession In this first episode of a four-part series on The Tillage Edge, how families can best plan for succession on the farm is explored. James McDonnell, a Farm Management Specialist with Teagasc, discusses the key aspects of family farm succession. This episodes focused on how […]
19 December 2024
Fertiliser use changes, impacts and key recommendations
Fertiliser use changes, impacts and key recommendations Mark Plunkett and Dr. Siobhán Kavanagh, Teagasc Signpost Programme, take a closer look at how fertiliser use changed on farms over 2024, examine the possible environmental impacts and share a number of key recommendations for the year ahead. The National Fertiliser Use Report 2024, stemming […]
19 December 2024
No chlorine, No problem
No chlorine, No problem The implementation of minimum chlorate technologies across the dairy chain has facilitated the production of milk and dairy products with levels of chlorate residue superior to European Union and customer demands, whilst maintaining microbiological quality. Chlorate is a degradation byproduct of chlorine that can disrupt proper functioning of […]
18 December 2024
The correct feed to the right animal
The correct feed to the right animal John Pringle’s efforts to make excellent quality silage earlier in the year have borne fruit, allowing for flexibility and ensuring all animals on the farm are offered the most appropriate diet over the winter months. Having recently visited the farm in Aughrim, Co. Wicklow, Manager […]
18 December 2024