Environment
The Benefits of Using Low Emissions Slurry Spreading on Drystock Farms this Summer
The Benefits of Using Low Emissions Slurry Spreading on Drystock Farms this Summer 0 Type Media Article Bryan Donnelly, B&T Drystock Advisor, Teagasc Galway/Clare Low Emissions Slurry Spreading technology or LESS for short, has become a more common sight across the fields of Galway in recent years. Machinery such as umbilical pipes, dribble […]
9 April 2021
Environment Newsletter – April 2021
Environment Newsletter – April 2021 0 Type Newsletter View newsletter here: Environment Newsletter – April 2021 (PDF) In this edition: Dates for your diaryFrom April 1: Green Low-carbon Agri-environment Scheme (GLAS) fields for geese and swans can be grazed and machinery can be used with no restrictions, as the birds have returned to Iceland and […]
1 April 2021
The Signpost Series Webinar – Working with farmers to improve water quality
The Signpost Series Webinar – Working with farmers to improve water quality Type Event Proceeding In this episode of The Signpost Series webinar, which took place as part of Water Quality Week, on Friday, 26 Mark, Mark Gibson, Teagasc ConnectEd is joined by Noel Meehan, ASSAP Programme Manager and Edward Burgess, ACP […]
31 March 2021
TResearch Spring 2021
TResearch Spring 2021 Type Magazine Grass Roots: 70 Years of Grassland Research Download Publication (PDF) Articles Pasture-based dairy systems in temperate lowlands (PDF) 70 years of grassland research in Ireland (PDF) Teagasc’s current grassland research programme (PDF) Grassland research – where to from here? (PDF) Milk fractions to improve pig health (PDF) Understanding the genetics behind mushroom […]
30 March 2021
Nitrate Leaching from Tillage Lands
Nitrate Leaching from Tillage Lands Type Factsheet There is a high risk of nitrate leaching from free draining tillage fields in the autumn/ winter and early spring period of the year due to low crop growth rates and high rainfall levels. Farmers can help reduce these losses by carefully managing fertiliser applications […]
23 March 2021
Organic Fertiliser Management
Organic Fertiliser Management Type Factsheet Organic fertilisers can be a valuable asset on a farm, but only if managed correctly. When spread, organic fertiliser is either absorbed by soil and plants or lost to air and water. This factsheet was produced as part of a series of factsheets by the Agricultural Sustainability […]
23 March 2021
Early Nitrogen for Spring Grassland
Early Nitrogen for Spring Grassland Type Factsheet There is a high risk of nitrate leaching from free draining grassland fields in early spring. Farmers can help reduce these losses by carefully managing fertiliser applications and using good Nutrient Management Planning practices. This factsheet was produced as part of a series of factsheets […]
23 March 2021
Grassland Herbicide Use and Water Quality
Grassland Herbicide Use and Water Quality Type Factsheet Grassland herbicides are an important part of good grassland management for many farmers. However, misuse can lead to impacts on water quality. This factsheet was produced as part of a series of factsheets by the Agricultural Sustainability Support and Advisory Programme (ASSAP). Download Publication […]
23 March 2021
Riparian Buffer Zones
Riparian Buffer Zones Type Factsheet By establishing Riparian Buffer Zones in key locations on your farm, you will help to protect water courses from nutrient, sediment and pesticide losses. This factsheet was produced as part of a series of factsheets by the Agricultural Sustainability Support and Advisory Programme (ASSAP). Download Publication (PDF) […]
23 March 2021
The Signpost Series – The impact of pesticides on water quality
The Signpost Series – The impact of pesticides on water quality Type Event Proceeding In this episode of The Signpost Series which took place on Friday, 12th March, Mark Gibson, Teagasc ConnectEd Programme Manager is joined by John Keogh, Chief Executive of the Animal and Plant Health Association (APHA). The focus of […]
22 March 2021