
The Signpost Series
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Ep 145Scenarios exploring the national herd and grassland management to achieve climate targets
Teagasc’s Declan Henn, a PhD student at the University of Limerick, joined Pat Murphy, Head of Teagasc’s Environment Knowledge Transfer, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Scenarios exploring the national herd and grassland management to achieve climate targets’. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Andy Boland. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 144Actions for pollinators on farmland
Ruth Wilson from the National Biodiversity Data Centre joined Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Actions for pollinators on farmland’. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Catherine Keena. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 143How farmers can help Barn Owls
John Lusby from Birdwatch Ireland joined Andy Boland, Teagasc Environment Specialist, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘How farmers can help Barn Owls’. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s James Mullane. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 142Valuing Wetlands under Ramsar
Prof. Paul Johnston from Trinity College, Dublin, and Karin Dubsky from Coastwatch, joined Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘ Valuing Wetlands under Ramsar’. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Catherine Keena. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 141The impacts of pesticides on the environment - what the science says
Dr Edward Straw from the School of Natural Sciences at Trinity College, Dublin joined Andy Boland, Teagasc Environment Specialist, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘The impacts of pesticides on the environment - what the science says’. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Michael Hennessy, Head of Crops KT, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 140The National Fertiliser Database, banding of dairy cows & recent changes under the Nitrates Action Programme
Dr. Finbarr O’Regan and Ted Massey, Inspectors at the Department of Agriculture, joined Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss the National Fertiliser Database, the banding of dairy cows and recent changes under the Nitrates Action Programme. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Pat Murphy, Head of Environment KT, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 139The multiple challenges in achieving sustainable pasture based livestock production
Professor Tommy Boland from the UCD School of Agriculture & Food Science, joined Pat Murphy, Head of Environment KT, Teagasc, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Addressing the multiple challenges in achieving sustainable pasture based livestock production'. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Catherine Keena. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 138Implementing Health & Safety for Sustainable Farming in 2023
Dr. John McNamara and Dr. David Meredith joined Andy Boland, Teagasc Environment Specialist, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss implementing health and safety for sustainable farming in 2023 A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Mohammed Mohammed Drasi and Noel Meehan. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 137Can the Tillage Sector contribute to climate resilience in Ireland?
Michael Hennessy, Head of Tillage Knowledge Transfer, Teagasc, joined Pat Murphy, Head of Environment KT, Teagasc, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss can the tillage sector contribute to climate resilience in Ireland? A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Shay Phelan, Teagasc Crops Specialist. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 136Developing IPM strategies to reduce chemical inputs
Dr Ewen Mullins, Head of Crop Science Department, Teagasc, joined Pat Murphy, Head of Environment KT, Teagasc, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss step-by-step, developing Integrated Pest Management (IPM) strategies to reduce chemical inputs. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Ciaran Collins, Teagasc Crops Specialist. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 135The Challenges and Opportunities of the Green Transition
Marie Donnelly, Chairperson of the Climate Change Advisory Council, joined Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss the challenges and opportunities of the Green Transition A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Pat Murphy, Head of Environment KT, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 134FERTIMANURE - European NMP Strategies
Oscar Schoumans, from Wageningen University, and Nicolas Thevenin from RITTMO Agro Environment, joined Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss FERTIMANURE - European NMP Strategies. FERTIMANURE develops, integrates, tests and validates innovative Nutrient Management Strategies to efficiently recover mineral nutrients and other relevant products with agronomic value from animal manure. The project aims to achieve a zero-waste manure management approach and obtain reliable and safe fertilisers able to compete in the European fertiliser market. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Pat Murphy, Head of Environment KT, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 133Dawn Meats’ Plan Four Zero Sustainability Strategy
Gill Higgins, Head of Sustainability at Dawn Meats, joined Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss Dawn Meats’ sustainability strategy called Plan Four Zero. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Andy Boland, Teagasc Environment Specialist. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 132Assessing sustainability on European dairy farms based on case study data
Lorraine Balaine, Research Officer, Teagasc, joined Pat Murphy, Head of Environment KT, Teagasc, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss assessing sustainability on European dairy farms based on case study data. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Dr Seamus Kearney, Teagasc Signpost Programme. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 131Linking Environment and Farming (LEAF) - achievements, activities & aspirations
Rebecca Davis, Technical Coordinator & Mollie Burns, LEAF, UK, joined Pat Murphy, Head of Environment KT, Teagasc, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to give an overview of Linking Environment and Farming (LEAF) - achievements, activities & aspirations. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Noel Meehan, ASSAP Programme Manager, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 130WaterMARKE - Mitigating Agricultural Impacts through Research & Knowledge Exchange
Dr Mary Ryan, Teagasc, and Professor Cathal O'Donoghue, University of Galway, joined Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss WaterMARKE - Mitigating Agricultural Impacts through Research & Knowledge Exchange. Dr Paula Cullen, Teagasc, Daniel Urban, Teagasc Walsh Scholar and Dr Denis O'Hara, University of Galway also joined the webinar. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Noel Meehan, ASSAP Programme Manager, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 129How Teagasc can help farmers improve sustainability on their farms
Prof. Frank O’Mara, Director of Teagasc, joined Pat Murphy, Head of Environment KT, Teagasc, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to launch the Signpost Sustainability Results while Dr. Tom O’Dwyer, Head of the Signpost Programme, presented and discussed the results to date. The Signpost Programme ‘Farmers for climate action’, includes over 60 organisations and companies, and includes over 120 demonstration farmers across the range of farming enterprises. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 128First steps to achieving our emissions reduction target
Dr Seamus Kearney, Teagasc Signpost Programme, and Dr Deirdre Hennessy, Teagasc, joined Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss the first steps to achieving our emissions reduction target – reducing emissions from chemical N. The panel were also joined on farm by Signpost Dairy Farmer Edwin Thompson, Teagasc Tipperary Joint Programme, and Shane O'Hanlon, Teagasc Signpost Programme Advisor, who gave an overview of the steps that Edwin is taking on the farm to reduce emissions from chemical N. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 127ACRES - an overview for farmers
John Muldowney, Pat Morrisson & Mark Crosbie from the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM), joined Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss the Agri-Climate Rural Environment Scheme (ACRES) - an overview for farmers. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Dr. Catherine Keena, Countryside Management Specialist, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ Podcast SurveyIn order to understand the aspects of the podcast which are most appealing and beneficial to you, it would be great if you could take 3-4 minutes to complete the following survey:https://forms.office.com/r/mDZTE9zPy4 For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 126Starting an Agricultural Sustainable Energy Community (SEC)
Ruth Buggie, Sustainable Energy Authority of Ireland (SEAI), and Dinny Galvin, West Kerry Sustainable Energy Community, joined Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss starting an Agricultural Sustainable Energy Community (SEC). A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Barry Caslin, Teagasc Energy & Rural Development Specialist. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ Podcast SurveyIn order to understand the aspects of the podcast which are most appealing and beneficial to you, it would be great if you could take 3-4 minutes to complete the following survey:https://forms.office.com/r/mDZTE9zPy4 For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 125Farmers' attitudes to results-based contracts
Professor Thia Hennessy and Dr Tracy Bradfield, University College Cork, joined Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss farmers' attitudes to results-based contracts and the benefits of their adoption. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Pat Murphy, Head of Environment KT, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ Podcast SurveyIn order to understand the aspects of the podcast which are most appealing and beneficial to you, it would be great if you could take 3-4 minutes to complete the following survey:https://forms.office.com/r/mDZTE9zPy4 For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 124ASSAP Interim Review
Noel Meehan, ASSAP Manager, and Joe Crockett, Dairy Sustainability Ireland, joined Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss the ASSAP interim review. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Pat Murphy, Head of Environment KT, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ Podcast SurveyIn order to understand the aspects of the podcast which are most appealing and beneficial to you, it would be great if you could take 3-4 minutes to complete the following survey:https://forms.office.com/r/mDZTE9zPy4 For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 123Organic Farming
Jack Nolan, Senior Inspector, Department of Agriculture, Food & the Marine, joined Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss organic farming. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Joe Kelleher, Teagasc Organic Specialist. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ Podcast SurveyIn order to understand the aspects of the podcast which are most appealing and beneficial to you, it would be great if you could take 3-4 minutes to complete the following survey:https://forms.office.com/r/mDZTE9zPy4 For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 122Hedgerows and Hedgerow Networks Biodiversity
Dr. Françoise Burel, CNRS, Université de Rennes, joined Pat Murphy, Head of Environment KT, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss Hedgerows and Hedgerow Networks Biodiversity. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Catherine Keena, Teagasc Countryside Management Specialist. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ Podcast SurveyIn order to understand the aspects of the podcast which are most appealing and beneficial to you, it would be great if you could take 3-4 minutes to complete the following survey:https://forms.office.com/r/mDZTE9zPy4 For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 121Best Practice Hedge Cutting
Catherine Keena, Teagasc’s Countryside Management Specialist, joined Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc’s Outreach & Innovation Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss best practice hedge cutting. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Francis Quigley, Teagasc’s machinery specialist. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ Podcast SurveyIn order to understand the aspects of the podcast which are most appealing and beneficial to you, it would be great if you could take 3-4 minutes to complete the following survey:https://forms.office.com/r/mDZTE9zPy4 For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 120Traditional buildings and lime
Edward Byrne from The Traditional Lime company, joined Pat Murphy, Head of Environment KT, Teagasc, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss traditional buildings and lime. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Catherine Keena, Countryside Management Specialist. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 119Conservation grazing in upland habitats
Killian Kelly, Lecturer, Munster Technological University, joined Pat Murphy, Head of Environment KT, Teagasc, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss conservation grazing in upland habitats. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Catherine Keena, Countryside Management Specialist. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 118Wild Atlantic Nature (WAN) LIFE IP
Derek McLoughlin, Project Manager Wild Atlantic Nature (WAN) LIFE IP, joined Ger Shortle, Teagasc Regional Manager, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss the Wild Atlantic Nature (WAN) LIFE IP integrating nature, people and place. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Catherine Keena, Countryside Management Specialist. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 117Comeragh Upland Communities (CUC) EIP
Owen Carton, Project Manager Comeragh Upland Communities (CUC) and Catriona Foley, Teagasc, joined Pat Murphy, Head of Environment Knowledge Transfer Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss the Comeragh Upland Communities programme. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Catherine Keena, Countryside Management Specialist. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 116The Ecological Value & Condition of Irish Uplands
Caitriona Douglas, Ecologist with the National Parks and Wildlife Service joined Andy Boland, Teagasc Environment Specialist, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss the Ecological Value & Condition of Irish Uplands. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Catherine Keena, Countryside Management Specialist. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 115Glanbia Ireland’s Living Proof Sustainability Strategy
Thomas Ryan, Senior Sustainability Manager, Glanbia, joined Andy Boland, Teagasc Environment Specialist, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss Glanbia Ireland’s Living Proof Sustainability Strategy. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Noel Meehan, ASSAP Manager, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 114Reducing N surplus on an intensive dairy farm
Donal Patton, Teagasc, joined Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss reducing N surplus on an intensive dairy farm. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Padraig Foley, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 113Initiatives undertaken at Ballyhaise College to reduce emissions
John Kelly, College Principal, Teagasc Ballyhaise College, joined Andy Boland, Teagasc Environment Specialist, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss the initiatives undertaken at Ballyhaise College to reduce emissions, both on the farm and around the campus. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Padraig Foley, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 112Incorporation and Benefits of Trees on the Farm
Tom Houlihan, Teagasc Forestry Specialist, joined Pat Murphy, Head of Environment Knowledge Transfer Department, Teagasc, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss the incorporation and benefits of trees on the farm. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Catherine Keena, Countryside Management Specialist, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 111White Tailed Sea Eagle Reintroduction to Ireland project
Eamonn Meskell, Regional Manager, National Parks and Wildlife Service, Southern Division, joined Pat Murphy, Head of Environment Knowledge Transfer Department, Teagasc, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss the White Tailed Sea Eagle Reintroduction to Ireland project. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Catherine Keena, Countryside Management Specialist, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 110Sustainability and what it means for Keeling’s
Des Ferris, Technical Director at Keeling's, joined Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss sustainability and what it means for Keeling’s. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Catherine Keena, Countryside Management Specialist, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 109Measuring methane in Irish sheep systems – what is our carbon ‘hoof’ print?
Drs. Fiona McGovern, Noirin McHugh & Jonathan Herron, Teagasc, joined Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss measuring methane in Irish sheep systems – what is our carbon ‘hoof’ print? A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Andy Boland, Teagasc Environment Specialist. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 108The Duncannon Blue Flag Farming and Communities Scheme EIP
Eoin Kinsella, Project Manager, Duncannon EIP, joined Pat Murphy, Head of Environment Knowledge Transfer Department, Teagasc, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss the Duncannon Blue Flag Farming and Communities Scheme EIP. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Noel Meehan, ASSAP Manager, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 107Biodiversity on farmland
Dr Catherine Keena, Countryside Management Specialist, Teagasc, joined Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss biodiversity on farmland. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Pat Murphy, Head of Environment Knowledge Transfer Department, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit:https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 106Ireland's 5th Nitrates Action Programme and beyond
Ted Massey and Leanne Roache, Department of Agriculture, Food & the Marine (DAFM) Nitrates Division joined Pat Murphy, Head of Environment Knowledge Transfer Department, Teagasc, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss Ireland's 5th Nitrates Action Programme and beyond. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Ger Shortle, Teagasc Wicklow, Carlow and Wexford Regional Manager. To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 105The added value of using high merit beef sires on the dairy herd
Dr. Nicky Byrne, Teagasc, joined Andy Boland, Teagasc Environment Specialist, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss the added value of using high merit beef sires on the dairy herd. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Pat Murphy, Head of Environment Knowledge Transfer Department, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 104The role of genetics in helping address GHG challenges in agriculture
Andrew Cromie from the Irish Cattle Breeding Federation (ICBF), joined Pat Murphy, Head of Environment Knowledge Transfer Department, Teagasc, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss the role of genetics in helping address GHG challenges in agriculture. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Tom O'Dwyer, Head of Signpost Programme, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 103Providing our partners with affordable sustainable food
Emer Fardy and Sean Leahy from Hilton Foods, joined Pat Murphy, Head of Environment Knowledge Transfer Department, Teagasc, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss providing our partners with affordable sustainable food. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Noel Meehan, ASSAP Programme Manager, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 102Danone's Sustainability Journey
Elaine Crosse and Mark Stafford, Danone, joined Andy Boland, Teagasc Environment Specialist, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss Danone's Sustainability Journey. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Noel Meehan, ASSAP Programme Manager, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 101Reducing the Carbon Footprint of Cattle & Pig Manure
Dr. Stephen Nolan, PIGergy Project & Mr. Shaun Connolly, GEBTech Project, joined Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Reducing the Carbon Footprint of Cattle & Pig Manure’. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Pat Murphy, Head of Environment Knowledge Transfer Department, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 100Understanding social sustainability of farmers & preventing injury in agriculture
David Meredith, Research Officer, Teagasc & Francis Bligh, Health and Safety Specialist, Teagasc joined Pat Murphy, Head of Environment Knowledge Transfer Department, Teagasc, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss understanding and supporting social sustainability of farmers and preventing injury and ill health in agriculture. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Noel Meehan, ASSAP Manager, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 99100th Webinar Episode: Agricultural Greenhouse Gas Mitigation and the Role of Sequestration and Rewetting
Teagasc’s, Professor Gary Lanigan, joined Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss Agricultural Greenhouse Gas Mitigation and the Role of Sequestration and Rewetting. The presentation was followed by a questions and answers session, which was facilitated by Pat Murphy, Head of Environment Knowledge Transfer Department, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 98An overview of the Micro-generation Support Scheme
Rory Somers, Policy Lead on Micro-generation and Assistant Principal, Retail Energy Policy & Regulation Division at the Department of the Environment, Climate and Communications (DECC) joined Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to give an overview of the Micro-generation Support Scheme. Rory was also joined by Leo Haverty, DECC. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Barry Caslin, Energy & Rural Development Specialist, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 97Meeting our sustainability targets in agriculture: the Agri biomethane opportunity
David Hagan, Sustainable Agricultural Manager, Devenish Nutrition and Russell Smyth, KPMG joined Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss meeting our sustainability targets in agriculture: the Agri biomethane opportunity. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Padraig Foley, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/
Ep 96Fertiliser Programmes to save money and emissions on Dairy and Drystock farms
Dr Seamus Kearney, Training and Development Specialist, Signpost Programme, Teagasc joined Mark Gibson, Head of Teagasc Outreach & Innovation Department, on this week's podcast version of the Signpost Series webinar with an overview of fertiliser programmes to save money and emissions on Dairy and Drystock farms. A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar, which was facilitated by Padraig Foley, Teagasc. To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/ And for more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to: https://www.teagasc.ie/signpostpodcast/