Horticulture
David Wright on 31 Mar 2021
Opportunities and challenges in growing crops
The island of Ireland needs to learn from the past and get back to a mixed farming model, researchers claim.
Amy Forde on 04 Mar 2021
Horticultural peat harvesting must resume immediately – IFA
The Irish horticulture sector is a significant contributor to the Irish economy, with a farmgate value of €437m, the IFA has said.
Niall Hurson on 01 Mar 2021
Organic Farming Scheme opens for applications
Farmers entering the scheme could qualify for yearly payments of up to €220 per hectare.
Hannah Quinn-Mulligan on 27 Feb 2021
No Covid exemption for seasonal agricultural workers
Workers, such as fruit pickers, will be required to have a COVID-19 test and a two week quarantine.
Amy Forde on 02 Feb 2021
Organic Farming Scheme to reopen in March for up to 500 new entrants
Young farmers are to be given priority access to the Organic Farming Scheme, while those in the dairy, horticulture and tillage sectors will also be targeted.
Irene Bermingham on 31 Jan 2021
On-the-ground learning opportunities with Teagasc national colleges
If you’re passionate about pursuing a career in agriculture or horticulture, but not quite ready to commit to a four-year degree, consider a level five certificate at a Teagasc-approved college.
Mairead Lavery on 27 Jan 2021
Mairead's Garden Diaries: a new visitor to the garden
There’s a definite stretch in the evenings and the birds are singing, can spring be far behind writes Mairead Lavery
Irene Bermingham on 27 Jan 2021
On the ground learning
If you’re passionate about pursuing a career in agriculture or horticulture, but not quite ready to commit to a four-year degree, consider a Level 5 certificate at a Teagasc-approved college.
Irene Bermingham on 26 Jan 2021
Horticulture and grey water usage BTYS student projects: the expert's response
Having recently presented their research at the 2021 BT Young Scientist event, we reveal the expert's opinions on two industry focused projects on mental health and the environment.
Stephen Robb on 30 Dec 2020
Fostering innovation and communication in the tillage sector
Stephen Robb talks to three graduates and students about their research into improving innovation and communication tools for the tillage industry.
on 30 Dec 2020
IFA meets Bord na Móna on impact of bog restoration projects
IFA meets Bord na Móna to discuss rewetting programme.
Niall Hurson on 22 Dec 2020
Irish veg in steady supply despite freight ban - IFA
Sainsbury’s has released a notice warning that there will be shortages on some fruit and veg in the UK.
Darren Carty on 20 Dec 2020
Welsh sheep flock falls 6% in June 2020 census
There were 412,000 fewer sheep aged one year and over on farms while there were also 132,000 fewer lambs recorded compared to June 2019.
on 09 Dec 2020
Specialist growers and mechanisation the future of vegetable production
Lorcan Bourke, fresh produce and potato manager for Bord Bia, analyses a sector made up of different crop types but common challenges.
The Dealer on 02 Dec 2020
Travelling carrot teddy bears
Kevin the Carrot has become a household name and now has his own range of merchandise.
Niall Hurson on 25 Nov 2020
Labour uncertainty threatens Christmas vegetable supply
It has been estimated that input costs have increased by 15% due to the expense of implementing COVID-19-related guidelines.
Amy Forde on 18 Nov 2020
COVID-19 lockdown gives vital boost to mushroom retail trade
Despite COVID-19 and extra costs, Codd Mushrooms has enjoyed a fairly positive year in terms of sales.
Peter McCann on 28 Oct 2020
CAFRE hosting virtual open days
A series of virtual open days are currently being run by the College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise.
Hannah Quinn-Mulligan on 28 Oct 2020
Making more from cabbage than cattle in Clare
This year’s Farming for Nature winner makes more money from a bed of vegetables in a year than an average Charolais weanling.
Hannah Quinn-Mulligan on 24 Oct 2020
Surge in funding for horticulture
The minister in charge of the sector said that it was important for Ireland to grow as much of its own food as possible.