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(L to R): Mattie Ryan, Cathaoirleach, Tipperary County Council; Mike Pearson, Gurteen Agricultural College: Denis Naughten T.D., Minister for Communications, Climate Action and Environment; Tom Short, IFA; Thomas Hubert, Irish Farmers Journal; Paul Kenny, Tipperary Energy Agency; Barry Caslin, Teagasc, Gerard and Caoilfhionn Coyle and Thomas Ryan, IFA. Energy in Agriculture Launch at the farm of Gerard and Caoilfhionn Coyle, Corra Beg, Athleague, County Roscommon an Saturday last.

Energy in Agriculture 2018 launched

On Tuesday, 21st August Gurteen Agricultural College in Co Tipperary will play host to thousands of farmers and industry representatives during Energy in Agriculture 2018...
Kamal Meattle: How to grow fresh air | TED Talk

Kamal Meattle: How to grow fresh air | TED Talk

Researcher Kamal Meattle shows how an arrangement of three common houseplants, used in specific spots in a home or office building, can result in...
Sean Sheridan, Glennon Brothers discusses various timber qualities at Talking Timber 2018 in New Ross, Wexford

High prices prompt positive mood at Talking Timber 2018

Teagasc’s recent Talking Timber events combined a mini-conference, an outdoor timber demonstration with a large trade stand area. The events are now in their...
In one such protest, Delhi residents hugged trees that were to be cut. Image copyright: GETTY IMAGES

How the people of Delhi saved 16,000 trees from the axe – BBC News

A citizen-led movement in India's capital Delhi has successfully halted the cutting of more than 16,000 trees in the city. The BBC's Nikita Mandhani...
Origin green programme

The world’s to-do list – Bord Bia

Katie Reilly, Assistant Brand Manager, Origin Green, Bord Bia – Irish Food Board In 2015, the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development was agreed by 193...
Earthworms

What is a healthy soil? – CAFRE

A healthy soil is vital to ensure both high grass and crop yields and environmental protection through carbon sequestration. Soil health can be defined...
Bee hive

Bee health: data partnership a ‘milestone’ in European campaign | European Food Safety Authority

The establishment of the EU Bee Partnership could be a milestone in the fight to protect bees, the chair of the European Parliament’s Bee Week said...
A drone flying over the field

Drones, sustainability and the agri-food industry – Bord Bia

Jack Hogan, International Markets Executive, Bord Bia – Irish Food Board The world’s population is projected to reach 9.8 billion people by 2050, experts expect agricultural...
Irish Soils - the living skin of our nation

Irish soils – the living skin of our nation

Our soil is a critical national resource that underpins national agricultural, environmental, ecological and cultural dimensions of our economy and society. Soil is a...
“Flavours of Fingal”, Newbridge House, Dublin

Working in a heatwave – Stiofán Nutty

The current spell of very dry weather is enjoyable, causing problems and thought-provoking. As I write early in the morning all the windows and...