Biodiversity

Badger biosecurity to feature at the Department's stand

The Department will be located in the Government Village, where staff will be on hand to engage with farmers and provide advice on the various supports, services and schemes available to them.

NEWS 9 September 2026

Badger biosecurity to feature at the Department's stand

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Why more cows are not the next step for this 200-cow Waterford dairy farm

Why more cows are not the next step for this 200-cow Waterford dairy farm

BREEDING & HEALTH 9 September 2026

Government urged to examine farm carbon pricing within 18 months

Government urged to examine farm carbon pricing within 18 months

NEWS 9 September 2026

Pesticide users urged to remain vigilant around water quality

Pesticide users urged to remain vigilant around water quality

Pesticide users urged to remain vigilant around water quality

NEWS 31 August 2026

Role of hedgerows in enhancing biodiversity 'cannot be over-emphasised'

Role of hedgerows in enhancing biodiversity 'cannot be over-emphasised'

Role of hedgerows in enhancing biodiversity 'cannot be over-emphasised'

NEWS 30 August 2026

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National Hedgerow Week to showcase the value of farm hedges

National Hedgerow Week to showcase the value of farm hedges

A series of events and online resources will take place from 28 August to 6 September for National Hedgerow Week 2026.

NEWS 24 July 2026

New Teagasc PHD to examine impact of solar PVs on biodiversity

New Teagasc PHD to examine impact of solar PVs on biodiversity

The fully funded Walsh Scholars PHD is based at Teagasc Johnstown Castle and investigates the impact of agrivoltaic systems on biodiversity and soil physical properties.

NEWS 24 July 2026

Battle for land access not a new phenomenon

Battle for land access not a new phenomenon

Farmers are capable of reacting positively to policy changes that may be coming down the tracks due to climate and environmental pressures says historian Mícheál Ó Fathartaigh.

NEWS 24 July 2026

Harlin family to host Agri Aware open farm event

Harlin family to host Agri Aware open farm event

The Meath dairy farm will welcome visitors on 29 and 30 August, showcasing modern farm production.

NEWS 24 July 2026

Viral Mayo fan returns to the farm after unforgettable win

Viral Mayo fan returns to the farm after unforgettable win

Shane Fitzgerald spoke to Hannah Furlong about what the win means for Mayo people, sheep farming, his florist business and looking for love.

NEWS 24 July 2026

Nineteen farmers to open their gates to showcase nature friendly farming

Nineteen farmers to open their gates to showcase nature friendly farming

Families and food lovers are invited to visit 19 different working farms across the country this August to meet farmers and discover how food production can support nature.

NEWS 24 July 2026

New bill to manage national parks for nature

New bill to manage national parks for nature

Minister for State for nature Christopher O’Sullivan has announced his intention to draft national parks legislation.

NEWS 24 July 2026

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Additive essential in dry maize crops to safeguard every tonne

Dwindling forage stocks due to the drought and high dry matter maize crops, mean using an additive on maize silage is essential, believes Amanda Clements, technical business manager for Volac.

Additive essential in dry maize crops to safeguard every tonne

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