Nutrition
Ciara Leahy on 16 Sep 2021
What does the future hold for food?
From diverse diets to functional foods and robots that will deliver your weekly shop to ghost kitchens, the next decade of food promises to be very interesting, writes Ciara Leahy.
Anne O'Donoghue on 16 Sep 2021
ICL Podcast #35: Nathalie Lennon talks women and fitness
Nathalie Lennon didn’t believe she could make it in the fitness industry, but now with a bustling fitness and nutrition coaching business, she has proven herself wrong.
Anne O'Donoghue on 15 Sep 2021
Nathalie Lennon talks women and fitness
Nathalie Lennon didn’t believe she could make it in the fitness industry, but now with a bustling fitness and nutrition coaching business, she’s proven herself wrong, writes Anne O’Donoghue.
Declan Marren on 22 Aug 2021
BEEP-S meal feeding: what do I need to do?
With many spring suckler herds now planning for weaning, Declan Marren takes a look at the requirements for the meal feeding option within the BEEP-S scheme.
Jack Kennedy on 12 Aug 2021
Positive Glanbia half-year results announced
Glanbia plc has reported a strong performance for the first half of 2021, as the company recovers from COVID-induced uncertainty.
Noel Bardon on 27 Jul 2021
UCC and Kerry Group team up on dairy initiative
Kerry Group will provide resources for two students to complete the work-based post-graduate qualification programme.
Darren Carty on 03 Jul 2021
Pre-empting a higher risk of cobalt deficiency
Cobalt deficiency typically starts to rear its head from mid to end of July, and if not addressed, it can greatly harm lamb performance.
Phelim O'Neill on 30 Jun 2021
Devenish JV to develop omega 3 animal feed
Devenish has joined with Canadian biotech company Mara Renewables to launch Humanativ who will offer an omega-3 enhanced animal feed.
Noel Bardon on 22 Jun 2021
Consumers want more info on locally-produced, sustainable dairy
Recent survey data from the European Milk Forum shows that dairy products are well regarded by consumers.
Declan Marren on 02 Jun 2021
Thrive: assessing performance at grass this spring
Weighing dairy-beef cattle at key times of the year is important to ensure targets are being met. Declan Marren looks at the latest performance on the demonstration farm.
Lorcan Allen on 27 May 2021
Consumers returned to premium meats and known brands during COVID-19 crisis
Fiona Sweeney, strategic marketing director at Kerry Group, outlines the major consumer trends she noticed over the last year.
Amii McKeever on 19 May 2021
Breastfeeding or formula? Here’s a tip: include women in the conversation
Mothers want the best nutrition for their child. Breastfeeding is encouraged as the first port of call, but if that isn’t possible, you’ll be needing a trusted infant formula.
Amii McKeever on 19 May 2021
For your career in agriculture - small keys can open big doors
Now working with MSD Animal Health, Catherine Heffernan – who grew up on a dairy farm in Glenmore in south Kilkenny – has built a career in technology-focused agri companies, writes Amii McKeever.
Siobhán Walsh on 12 May 2021
Crop on camera: herbicide applied
Weeds emerged over the past week and allowed herbicide to be applied. Nutrition was also applied where needed.
Shane Murphy on 28 Apr 2021
Looking after your new purchase ahead of breeding
A few small steps pre-breeding can ensure a successful breeding season.
Farmers Journal on 28 Apr 2021
Week 27 study guide answers: Nutrition in animals – nutrition II
In last week’s study guide (week 27), Fiona Griffin set students a number of questions as part of the student activities. Please find answers below:
Amii McKeever on 21 Apr 2021
Planting the seeds of burger in Ireland
We can’t shy away from the fact that veggie burgers are growing in popularity. Amii McKeever cuts through the bull on their origin and nutritional value
Contributor on 21 Apr 2021
Student activity answers: Nutrition I (week 26)
Nutrition starting in the soil, plays a key role in animal performance
Anne O'Donoghue on 14 Apr 2021
Team talk with hockey player Chloe Watkins
Irish women’s hockey player, Chloe Watkins, talks to Anne O’Donoghue about sporting role models for young girls, the benefits of being part of a team and gearing up for Tokyo
Niall Hurson on 24 Mar 2021
No protein value in one quarter of all vegetarian ‘meat substitutes’ - report
Sales in the UK of meat-free foods forecasted to be in excess of €1bn by 2024.