The Environment Edge
By Teagasc.ie
Your signpost to farm sustainability
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How can farmers reduce their overall labour demand?
Teagasc Dairy Specialist, Martina Gormley, chats to us on the latest Environment Edge about hours worked per cow and how farmers can reduce their overall labour demand. For more episodes and information from the Environment … -
Planning and preparing ahead on farms for the winter period
Teagasc dairy advisor, Nigel Kennington, chats to us about planning and preparing ahead on farms for the winter period. For more episodes and information from the Environment Edge, visit the show page at: -
Dr. Daire O'hUallacháin on The Nature Restoration Law
With 80 % of European habitats in decline, what implications does The Nature Restoration Law have for Ireland? Teagasc Principal Research Officer, Dr. Daire O'hUallacháin, joins us on the latest Environment Edge podcast to … -
Do you know what a species rich grassland looks like or if you have one on your farm?
Teagasc Countryside Management Specialist, Dr Catherine Keena, joins us on the latest Environment Edge podcast to discuss natural and semi-natural grassland. For more episodes and information from the Environment Edge, visit… -
The Value of Slurry & Autumn Management
What is the nutrient value of your slurry and how much do you think 1,000 gallons is worth? Teagasc ASSAP advisor, Hugh Rooney, joins us on the latest Environment Edge podcast to discuss all things slurry and how to get the best from it.… -
Teagasc’s Better Farming for Water - 8 Actions for Change Campaign
Teagasc Dairy Specialist, Stuart Childs, from the Dairy Edge podcast, joins us to chat all about the Teagasc Better Farming for Water, 8 Actions for Change Campaign. For more episodes and information from the Environment Edg… -
How can catch crops help to reduce nutrient loss from tillage land?
Teagasc Tillage advisor in the Kilkenny/Waterford region, Mark Trimble, joins us to discuss catch crops and their benefits. For more episodes and information from the Environment Edge, visit the show page at: -
Where is tomorrow for Small Farms?
Head of Economics at Teagasc, Trevor Donnellan, joins us on the latest Environment Edge podcast to chat about the National Farm Survey – Small Farms Report 2022. For more episodes and information from the Environment Edge, v… -
The Role of an Inland Fisheries Ireland Inspector
How do Inland Fisheries Ireland inspectors interact with farmers and what service can they provide at this time of year in relation to river and in drain works farmers plan to carry out? Cormac Goulding, Inspector with Inlan… -
Why is slurry so dangerous?
Farmers in Northern Ireland were lucky to escape with their lives in April, when they were involved in a slurry gas incident and now is the time to think, plan and act to avoid these potential tragedies on our farms. Dr. Jo…