Environment
Slurry and dairy soiled water volume estimates
Slurry and dairy soiled water volume estimates Type Factsheet Year 1 of a 2 year study of 100 dairy farms – Phase 1: July 2023-June 2024. Download Publication (PDF) In late 2022, the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) requestedthat Teagasc outline a methodology to assess current volumes of dairy […]
28 November 2024
TResearch Winter 2024
TResearch Winter 2024 Type Magazine More than “meats” the eye Download Publication (PDF) A spotlight on Meat Technology Ireland, at the forefront of innovation in the meat processing sector Read the latest TResearch articles here: TResearch Articles Subscribe for new issue alerts Don’t miss out on the latest edition of TResearch magazine! […]
20 November 2024
Sustainability in Agriculture: The Science and Evidence
Sustainability in Agriculture: The Science and Evidence 0 Type Event Proceeding Conference proceedings from the Sustainability in Agriculture: The Science & Evidence conference. The conference brought together leading experts to put forward the sustainability credentials in our livestock systems. Download Publication (PDF) The opening session keynote speakers set out the global and Irish […]
5 November 2024
A Guide to Transferring the Family Farm
A Guide to Transferring the Family Farm Type Booklet Updated September 2024 – The purpose of this publication is to help farm families familiarise themselves with some of the complex issues that can arise while developing a farm succession plan. Download Publication (PDF) It is essential for every farmer to have a farm […]
15 October 2024
Making an ACRES NPI application
Making an ACRES NPI application Type Media Article John Enda Flannelly, ACRES Advisor, Teagasc Claremorris Non-Productive Investments (NPIs) are actions that can be applied for in the Agri-Climate Rural Environmental Scheme (ACRES). These actions can be used by farmers to increase the payments they receive under the ACRES scheme. However, these actions […]
11 October 2024
Emission Reduction Scenarios
Emission Reduction Scenarios 0 Type Media Article By Colm Kelly, Climate Action & Sustainability Adviser, Teagasc Galway/Clare Irish Agricultural Green House Gas (GHG) emissions have become part of everyday discussions over the last number of years with higher press coverage and a reduction target of 25% by 2030 getting ever closer. This article […]
4 September 2024
Reducing Your Farm’s Impact on Water Quality This Autumn
Reducing Your Farm’s Impact on Water Quality This Autumn Type Media Article By Richard Gill, B&T Drystock Advisor, Teagasc Galway/Clare Farmers can play a crucial role in safeguarding water quality by implementing various practices on their farms. Farmers can implement the measures that are most appropriate for their farm and farming enterprise. […]
27 August 2024
TResearch Autumn 2024
TResearch Autumn 2024 Type Magazine Water-course correction Download Publication (PDF) Teagasc’s campaign to improve the status of all waterbodies across Ireland Read the latest TResearch articles here: TResearch Articles Subscribe for new issue alerts Don’t miss out on the latest edition of TResearch magazine! Stay updated on the latest research news from […]
20 August 2024
Environment Newsletter – August 2024
Environment Newsletter – August 2024 0 Type Newsletter Download Publication (PDF) In this edition: Farmland Biodiversity EventYou are invited to attend a Farmland Biodiversity Event in Birr Castle Demesne, Co. Offaly, on Wednesday, August 28, from 11.00am-3.00pm. The biodiversity value and best practice management of the following will be addressed: hedges; woodlands; watercourses; […]
8 August 2024
ASSAP and Farming for Water EIP
ASSAP and Farming for Water EIP Type Media Article By Sinead Devaney, ASSAP Adviser, Teagasc Galway/Clare The Agricultural Sustainability Support and Advisory Programme or ASSAP is a free and confidential advisory service for farmers in priority areas for action. The aim of the programme is to support farmers to implement actions on […]
23 July 2024