Environment
Advances have been made in 2024 to meet goals set out by the Teagasc MACC, however some areas are stalling
Teagasc said that it will be "very challenging" for the agriculture sector to meet its GHG emissions reduction target of 25% by 2030.
An insight was given into how Ireland is attempting to reduce its methane emissions in agriculture at a conference in Dublin yesterday
Teagasc must support farmers to "take advantage" of diversification options including forestry, organics, AD and solar PV, Prof. O’Mara said.
Beef
The Irish Natura and Hill Farmers' Association (INHFA) has slammed the recently updated Marginal Abatement Cost Curve (MACC) from Teagasc.
The Climate Change Advisory Council (CCAC) has called for "appropriate incentives and support" for farmers in meeting climate targets.
MII has welcomed the emphasis on earlier finishing in the beef sector outlined in the new MACC published by Teagasc last week.
Agri Politics
Enforcing quota limits on nitrogen input or on milk and meat production "will hit environmental targets with certainty," An Taisce said.
Agri-Business
A new MACC identifying cost-effective measures to cut GHG emissions and enhance carbon sequestration has been launched by Teagasc today.
A new Marginal Abatement Cost Curve (MACC) aiming to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions has been launched by Teagasc.
