Articles
Mushroom Production
0 Mushroom Production There are many edible mushroom species that can be grown commercially, but in Ireland the white button mushroom (Agaricus bisporus) is almost exclusively grown. Production in Ireland is fairly steady at around 68,000 tonnes per year, 80% of which is exported to the UK. The Irish mushroom industry There are […]
4 October 2020
Starting a Food Business
Starting a Food Business When thinking of starting a new food business, there are many things to consider, including your market, products, premises, equipment, branding and promotion, as well as the legalities. The Teagasc Food Industry Development Department have some guidance and advice on starting a food business. Introduction The speciality food […]
20 September 2020
Chocolate Manufacturing
0 Chocolate Manufacturing The worldwide demand for chocolate confectionery is continuing to increase, with the EU being the world’s largest producer and consumer. Introduction The worldwide demand for chocolate confectionery is continuing to increase, with the EU being the world’s largest producer and consumer.Europe also accounts for the largest chocolate exports – more […]
5 September 2020
Organic Horticulture
Organic Horticulture Organic fruit and vegetables are the main consumer entry point for purchasing organic produce, and they continue to be the area of shortest supply in the organic sector, with most produce imported. Dan Clavin, Teagasc Farm Management and Rural Development Department provides more information. Market opportunities Marketing opportunities vary from […]
29 August 2020
Guidelines for the management of productive Sitka spruce crops
Guidelines for the management of productive Sitka spruce crops Many crops of Sitka spruce planted in the 1990’s on out farms are now showing exceptional growth rates, which require earlier management than crops traditionally planted on more marginal ground. Dr Niall Farrelly, Teagasc Forestry Senior Researcher gives some guidance on the management […]
28 August 2020
Floristry
Floristry Floristry is the creation and design of floral arrangements such as bouquets, centrepieces, corsages, wreaths and other products.The floristry industry is diverse, challenging and subject to frequent changes in fashion.Andy Whelton, Vegetable and Cut Foliage Specialist Advisor gives more information Introduction Floristry is the creation and design of floral arrangements such […]
23 August 2020
Production of Yoghurt
Production of Yoghurt The production of yoghurt is a relatively simple procedure. Milk, which can be fortified with milk powder to give a thicker product, is pasteurised, cooled and inoculated with starter bacteria, which ferment the milk, causing it to clot or gel. This factsheet gives advice on yoghurt production. Introduction Yoghurt […]
16 August 2020
Child Safety on Farms
Child Safety on Farms Health and Safety Authority figures tell us that sadly 21 children lost their lives as a result of farm accidents in the past 10 years. Over 80% of childhood deaths on farms had a farm vehicle or a machine involved. Children on the farm For most children, the […]
22 July 2020
Processing Fresher, Healthier, Longer-Lasting Foods
Processing Fresher, Healthier, Longer-Lasting Foods Food processing is any method used to convert fresh foods into food products. In large-scale food manufacture. Dr Elena Inguglia describes how some of our foods are currently processed, and how these processes might be improved for food to be processed freshers, healthier and longer-lasting The Research […]
11 July 2020
Wildflower Meadow
0 Wildflower Meadow Paul Fitters lecturer in the Teagasc College of Amenity Horticulture, National Botanic Gardens takes us on a walk through his wildflower meadow at two different stages in May and June 2020. The meadow has been 15 years’ in the making and is improving year on year. Each year the grass […]
5 July 2020