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What is in dairy processing wastewater sludge (DPS)?

Very little is known about the volumes dairy processing sludge (DPS) produced , the types of DPS and their nutrient and metal profile. Johnstown Castle Environment researchers S.M. Ashekuzzaman & O. Fenton are doing some research

Date: 01 June 2020
Type: Media Article

Improved understanding of soil biology to reduce GHG emissions

Soil microbes are the key drivers of N transformations. Their activity determines to a large extent whether N is retained in a plant available form within soil, or lost to either air or water. Researchers Coline Deveautour and Fiona Brennan give more information

Date: 31 May 2020
Type: Media Article

Bloom at Home – Trailing petunia

Louise Jones, College Lecturer, Botanic Gardens outlines the benefits of trailing petunias.

Date: 31 May 2020
Type: Media Article

Information for drystock farmers dealing with current very dry weather

PastureBase Ireland shows that everywhere is growing some grass. It is vital to act now to ensure that grass supply is managed as early as possible. Teagasc drystock specialist Martina Harrington gives some advise and information

Date: 30 May 2020
Type: Media Article

Optimal soil phosphorus reduces greenhouse gas emissions

Environment research in Johnstown Castle investigated the effect of long term P fertilisation on emissions of the potent greenhouse gas nitrous oxide in a number of laboratory experiments by Karl Richards and Rosie O’ Neill

Date: 30 May 2020
Type: Media Article

Bloom at Home – Hanging Baskets

Louise Jones, College Lecturer, Botanic Gardens gives an overview of planting 14” hanging baskets