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Latest Results on Alternative Low Cost Winter Accommodation and Crossbreeding Studies at Moorepark
Latest Results on Alternative Low Cost Winter Accommodation and Crossbreeding Studies at Moorepark

The ability of the dairy farmer to remain profitable into the future is dependent on having information to make informed decisions which would allow increased efficiency and scale of production. Acquiring and applying newer skills and knowledge for more efficient milk production are essential. New technology will allow dairy farmers to increase scale while at the same time reduce the unit cost of production.

1 February 2007
Type
Event Proceeding
Teagasc National Rural Development Conference 2007
Teagasc National Rural Development Conference 2007

The aim of the conference is to expose practical examples of rural development and rural enterprise, alongside broader discussions of rural development and rural policy within Ireland and in the EU. Practical examples of alternative rural enterprise initiatives and innovation and diversification on farms, presented by rural entrepreneurs themselves, will feature prominently throughout the conference programme. Equally so, broader issues relating to sustainable rural livelihoods, will be addressed in the context of the larger rural policy and rural development debate.

1 February 2007
Type
Event Proceeding
TResearch: Spring 2007
TResearch: Spring 2007

Teagasc Research Magazine - Spring Edition 2007 Breeding new potato varieties New era in bovine genomics Harnessing the power of IP Fuels of the future Anti-tumour milk protein

1 February 2007
Type
Magazine
National Tillage Conference 2007
National Tillage Conference 2007

The recent rally in the price of grains was caused by factors which are now well understood e.g . economic growth especially in Asia and the Far East where expanding GDP means diet upgrade, higher per capita food consumption and more demand for protein. China remains the main engine with 7-10% GDP growth, changing their diet to oil/fat/meat instead of rice, and contracting forward for energy and minerals, as well as investing billions of dollars in African infrastructure to secure access to raw materials. Other factors such as population growth along with the global rundown of stocks have also played their part.

31 January 2007
Type
Event Proceeding
Statement of Strategy 2005-2007
Statement of Strategy 2005-2007

To provide an independent and authoritive research knowledge base, technology transfer and training services for the sustainable development of agriculture and the food processing industry to enable it to respond profitably to consumer demands and requirements and contribute to a vibrant rural economy and society.

1 January 2007
Type
Report
Winter Oilseed Rape
Winter Oilseed Rape

There is increased interest in growing winter oilseed rape (OSR) because of improved market outlets such as biofuels and improved disease resistance, straw characteristics and yields.

1 January 2007
Type
Factsheet