University of Galway plants ‘Pocket Forest’ woodland
University of Galway has launched its Pocket Forest project, planting a new 100m2 native woodland on campus.
Led by the Pocket Forests social enterprise, the...
Teagasc Tree Grafting Training Event
The event will demonstrate grafting propagation skills including discussion and demonstration of a range of young trees.With growing demand for young and semi mature...
University of Galway and BioAtlantis join EU project to develop drought solutions for horticulture...
A European research-led consortium has been established to pioneer technologies to improve crop resilience to drought stress caused by climate change.
EpiSeedLink is a €2.69 million...
Social initiative for farming community goes transatlantic
Farmer’s Yards, a social initiative developed at University of Galway for the farming community, has been launched in the United States.
Pennsylvania Farm Link, a...
Galway and Roscommon ETB Launches National Apprenticeship in Arboriculture
Galway and Roscommon Education and Training Board (GRETB) is pleased to announce the launch of the National Apprenticeship in Arboriculture, a comprehensive two-year program...
University of Galway expert on UN climate change advisory role
An international development expert from University of Galway is to support the United Nations’ Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) assessment of climate change...
A Sustainable Future with Trees
With the QQI Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Arboriculture, you can advance your career or business whilst supporting Ireland's green infrastructure, writes Jeremy Ryan,...
Hortichallenge in Estonia
In May this year, two students from the College of Amenity Horticulture in Dublin’s National Botanic Gardens – Chélirs Brecq and Aoife Hester –...
Nature helps us Heal
Social therapeutic horticulture is the process of using gardens, allotments, plants and plant materials to improve mental and physical health. Part of the role...
ISNA Plant Fair at Kildalton College on 19th May
Garden enthusiasts and plant lovers are gearing up for an exciting event as the Irish
Specialist Nursery Association (ISNA) announces a plant fair at Teagasc...