Multiple Benefits of a Farm Forest
Forestry is a wonderful resource with many uses and benefits, these include timber production, shade and shelter, biodiversity and recreation and wellbeing. Teagasc forestry advisor Frances Mc Hugh has more information.
- Date
- 07 June 2020
- Type
- Media Article
Two bees or not two bees: The EU Biodiversity Strategy for 2030
Many Irish farms perform well in respect of the quantity of wildlife habitats they support. There is nonetheless a decrease in the quantity and quality of habitats and species dependent on agricultural landscapes. Researcher Daire Ó hUallacháin has information on the EU biodiversity strategy.
- Date
- 07 June 2020
- Type
- Media Article
More good news for protected urea fertilisers – another formulation confirmed to reduce emissions while retaining yield in temperate grassland
Protected urea is a well-known technology within synthetic fertiliser industry. Recent Teagasc research in Johnstown Castle shows that the use of protected urea formulations is an important option for optimising yield while reducing N2O and NH3 emissions. Researcher Dominika Krol gives more information.
- Date
- 06 June 2020
- Type
- Media Article
Guidance for the second half of the dairy breeding season
Midway through the dairy breeding season Dr. Stephen Butler, Teagasc Moorepark discusses how best to deal with the three different categories of dairy cows present on farms.
- Date
- 05 June 2020
- Type
- Media Article
Teagasc Pig Research Facility Update – 5 June
Video in a series by the Teagasc Pig Development Department. Tomas Ryan farm manager in the Teagasc Pig Research Facility gives us an update on what's been happening in the unit.
- Date
- 05 June 2020
- Type
- Media Article
Trafficking intensity index for soil compaction management in grassland
Soil compaction has been identified as a key threat to soil quality related to grassland management. An intensity index has been developed to assist in managing this compaction. Giulia Bondi & Lilian O Sullivan of Johnstown Castle give more information
- Date
- 05 June 2020
- Type
- Media Article