Agri-Business
Teagasc and the Geological Survey of Ireland (GSI) deepened their scientific collaboration by signing a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
Beef
A new research project will investigate the lifetime potential of methane-reducing feed additives in beef cattle.
Agriland teamed up with Teagasc to create a new Beef Knowledge Hub which provides farmers with insights from the BEEF2026 Open Day.
A new report has said that Europe’s dependence on imported soy should be treated as a "strategic vulnerability".
The next phase of the Ireland and New Zealand Agriculture and Climate Joint Research and Technology Initiative has opened for proposals.
Sheep
Researchers have emphasised the importance of "timely and humane decision-making" as they compared treatments for bluetongue in sheep.
Irish agri-tech and food companies are set to gain access to advanced European testing and validation services.
Environment
Researchers in Wales are investigating whether native insects could play a role in controlling rhododendron.
Dairy
Teagasc is currently inviting tenders from suppliers for a "sniffer system" to detect methane emissions in cows.
Research commissioned by the Department of Agriculture (DAFM) will seek farmers' views on animal health and veterinary care services.
Farmers who use a selective treatment strategy against parasites on their lambs can identify those that benefit most from wormer treatments.
The Irish Bioenergy Association has joined an Interreg North-West Europe consortium.
Tillage
New opportunities in plant-based ingredients for Ireland’s tillage and wider food sector have been highlighted.
N.Ireland
The Agri‑Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) in Northern Ireland has appointed Dr. Iain Williams as its new CEO.
Rural Life
MTU has secured over €4.5 million in research funding for projects focused on sustainability, food systems and the circular bioeconomy.
Your morning bowl of porridge could pack more protein than an egg-based breakfast, depending on the oats you choose, according to Teagasc.
Jack Perry, a PhD student in Teagasc’s Crops, Environment and Land Use Programme, has been awarded the 2026 Walsh Scholars Gold Medal.
DAFM has announced more than €1 million in food research funding under the international strand of its research programme.
Pig/Poultry
The OneWelPig project, which aimed to advance sustainable and high-welfare pig production systems across the island of Ireland, hosted its final project event this week.
Apple growers and others from the horticulture sector visited Teagasc's experimental orchard to learn about ongoing research.
A new EU survey of rural and agricultural stakeholders found shortcomings when it came to generating value from research and innovation.
Does feeding less protein to cows over a longer period not only reduce nitrogen losses, but also affect methane emissions?
A Teagasc researcher has received an award for her "impactful" livestock genomics campaign.
