Articles

Slaney Catchment Action Plan to Improve Water Quality Launched

The Slaney Catchment Action Plan, as part of the Teagasc ‘Better Farming for Water’ Campaign, was officially launched by the Minister for Housing, Local Government and Heritage James Browne, TD, at the Riverbank House Hotel in Wexford today, Friday, 6th March.
6 March 2026

A Teagasc Roadmap for Forestry

As part of its new series of recently published Enterprise Roadmaps, Teagasc has completed its Forestry Roadmap to 2030. This provides a ‘best estimate’ projection of where the forestry sector is heading based on the current mix of economic, social and policy drivers. The Teagasc Forestry Roadmap focuses on supporting key challenges and opportunities within the industry, Tom Houlihan of the Teagasc Forestry Development Department tells us more.
6 March 2026

Replenishing soil nutrients is crucial to maintaining high yields

With one eye on the yield potential of crops next harvest, Michael Hennessy, Head of Crops Knowledge Transfer, reminds growers that soil fertility remains one of the most important factors in influencing crop performance and long-term productivity.
6 March 2026

Windows of opportunity: The key jobs for the next two weeks

With some change in the weather, ground is finally starting to soak and dry out on the surface so many fields should be trafficable soon without damage.
6 March 2026

Exploring a new BASELINE for Irish agriculture

Claudia Barry, Biodiversity Research Technician, Meritxell Grau Butinyac, FarmBioNet Project Manager, Dr. Saorla Kavanagh, FarmBioNet Project Coordinator & Research Officer, bring us insights from the Project BASELINE EIP launch, a farmer-led initiative focused on soil health, science and innovation.
6 March 2026

Opportunities to diversify are never too far from James O’Keeffe’s mind

Creating multiple income streams to develop a resilient farm business, James and Zita O’Keeffe, from Crossakiel, Co. Meath, are organic tillage farmers with a diversified farm holding. Dr Siobhán Kavanagh and John Mahon, Signpost Programme tells us more.
6 March 2026

Teagasc and UCC sign New MoU

Teagasc and University College Cork (UCC) have signed an updated Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), reaffirming their long-standing, valued, partnership. This MoU strengthens collaborative activity over the next five years across research, education and innovation in support of Ireland’s agri-food sector.
5 March 2026

Redstart delivering winter weight

Farming in Mourneabbey near Mallow, FutureBeef and Signpost Programme participant Kay O’Sullivan has farmed organically for the past 16 years, operating a mix of suckler beef, sheep and occasionally tillage enterprises. In this update, Kay focuses on the grazing management of a redstart crop, preparations for calving and animal performance.
5 March 2026

Advanced technology helps Irish agriculture detect and manage invasive species

Invasive species are an increasing threat to Ireland’s environment, wildlife and food production systems. Recent discoveries, including the appearance of Asian Hornets in Cork, have highlighted just how serious the risk can be. These invaders can alter ecosystems, disrupt natural processes, introduce disease, and cause significant damage to crop and habitats.
5 March 2026

Beef Road Map 2030

An overview of Ireland’s beef sector to 2030, outlining current performance, market outlook, sustainability priorities, and future targets.
5 March 2026