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The Next Generation: Planning for Farm Succession
The Next Generation: Planning for Farm Succession In this first episode of a four-part series on The Tillage Edge, how families can best plan for succession on the farm is explored. James McDonnell, a Farm Management Specialist with Teagasc, discusses the key aspects of family farm succession. This episodes focused on how […]
19 December 2024
Minding the soil for the next generation
Minding the soil for the next generation Next generation considerations are never too far from James O’Keeffe’s mind, an organic tillage farmer from Crossakiel, Co. Meath who was crowned the winner of the Improving Soil Health Category of the Teagasc FBD Environmental Sustainability Awards 2024. In this article, Dr Siobhán Kavanagh, Signpost […]
19 December 2024
No chlorine, No problem
No chlorine, No problem The implementation of minimum chlorate technologies across the dairy chain has facilitated the production of milk and dairy products with levels of chlorate residue superior to European Union and customer demands, whilst maintaining microbiological quality. Chlorate is a degradation byproduct of chlorine that can disrupt proper functioning of […]
18 December 2024
The correct feed to the right animal
The correct feed to the right animal John Pringle’s efforts to make excellent quality silage earlier in the year have borne fruit, allowing for flexibility and ensuring all animals on the farm are offered the most appropriate diet over the winter months. Having recently visited the farm in Aughrim, Co. Wicklow, Manager […]
18 December 2024
A review of the year from Newford Farm
A review of the year from Newford Farm Michael Fagan, technician on the Newford demonstration farm in Co. Roscommon, is on this week’s Beef Edge podcast with an update on the farm and a review of the year since moving from Athenry, Co. Galway. Michael outlines the key activities since the move, […]
18 December 2024
New EU project to bring healthier, minimally processed plant-based foods to Europe
New EU project to bring healthier, minimally processed plant-based foods to Europe Teagasc has partnered with experts from across Europe to deliver the EU-funded Sustain-a-bite project, a new project aiming to bring healthier, minimally processed plant-based foods to Europe. Sustain-a-bite, an EU Horizon supported initiative involving 19 partners from 13 different countries, […]
17 December 2024
Teagasc researchers secure funding for new policy-focused research projects
Teagasc researchers secure funding for new policy-focused research projects A number of Teagasc researchers have been awarded funding as part of the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine’s 2024 Policy and Strategic Studies Research Call. Announced yesterday, December 16, by Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the […]
17 December 2024
Listen: Key advice for housing sheep
Listen: Key advice for housing sheep Damian Costello, Sheep Specialist at Teagasc, joins Ciaran Lynch on this episode of the OviCast podcast to discuss winter housing. Damian talks about some of the key considerations at housing, penning and space allowances. Straw usage, alternative bedding and keeping slats clean during the winter are […]
17 December 2024
Methane emission on sheep farms
Methane emission on sheep farms Sustainable sheep systems are being researched at Teagasc, Athenry. Eoin Dunne tells us more on this interesting research which can help reach future emission targets, while still focusing on breeding animals that increase profitability in a sustainable manner. Methane (CH₄) is a potent greenhouse gas (GHG), and […]
17 December 2024
10 Things to Know About… Conservation
10 Things to Know About… Conservation On tonight’s episode, Monday, December 16, of the television series 10 Things to Know About… Teagasc scientist, Dr. Saorla Kavanagh features in an episode on ‘Conservation’. This episode journeys into the heart of Ireland’s conservation efforts as we explore the frontline fight to protect some of […]
16 December 2024