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NovaUCD and PTSB announce new start-up support programme

PTSB also announced the launch of a €250m lending fund for environmental and social investments.

NEWS 23 July 2026

NovaUCD and PTSB announce new start-up support programme

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Listen: new research aims to revive Ireland’s milling wheat industry

Listen: new research aims to revive Ireland’s milling wheat industry

NEWS 11 July 2026

UCD announces Karina Pierce as dean of agriculture

UCD announces Karina Pierce as dean of agriculture

NEWS 9 July 2026

From the Tramlines: crops ripen quickly in fine weather

From the Tramlines: crops ripen quickly in fine weather

From the Tramlines: crops ripen quickly in fine weather

CROPS 8 July 2026

Three members reappointed to Bord Bia board

Three members reappointed to Bord Bia board

Three members reappointed to Bord Bia board

NEWS 7 July 2026

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New project to investigate methane-reducing feed additives in cattle

New project to investigate methane-reducing feed additives in cattle

The research will also explore farmer and consumer attitudes towards methane mitigation technologies and develop improved methods for measuring methane emissions.

NEWS 22 April 2026

UCD marks 100 years of agricultural education with new book

UCD marks 100 years of agricultural education with new book

The book, titled 'A History of Agriculture at UCD', looks at the origins, evolution and impact of agricultural education at UCD since its establishment.

NEWS 22 April 2026

Young Stock Podcast: PhD, pigs and agricultural shows

Young Stock Podcast: PhD, pigs and agricultural shows

On this week's podcast, Shane Maher chats with Hannah Furlong about his journey to completing a PhD in animal science and his role with the Irish Shows Association.

NEWS 22 April 2026

Minister ‘satisfied’ with appointment of Huey to Horse Sport Ireland board

Minister ‘satisfied’ with appointment of Huey to Horse Sport Ireland board

The Minister has said he is satisfied that Dr Huey has the required expertise and governance experience to effectively contribute as a director to the board of Horse Sport Ireland.

NEWS 22 April 2026

Who is on the board of farming’s newest quango?

Who is on the board of farming’s newest quango?

Aidan Brennan discusses the board members of Our Food Roots, the body set up to communicate farming matters to the general public.

NEWS 22 April 2026

Treated grain reduces carbon footprint of pig production by 11%

Treated grain reduces carbon footprint of pig production by 11%

UCD research has shown that using treated grain can reduce the carbon footprint of pig production by 11%.

NEWS 22 April 2026

Over 50% of Irish dairy herds could be exposed to Q fever – study

Over 50% of Irish dairy herds could be exposed to Q fever – study

Q fever is a notifiable zoonotic disease, which can cause abortions in cows and humans. However, it is largely overlooked within animal and human health.

NEWS 22 April 2026

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Future-focused dairy farming: roadshow to share advice to drive profitability

Farmers looking to strengthen performance inside the farm gate are invited to attend a practical roadshow designed to help build more profitable, efficient and resilient dairy farms beyond 2026.

Future-focused dairy farming: roadshow to share advice to drive profitability

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