Biodiversity

New Teagasc PHD to examine impact of solar PVs on biodiversity

The fully funded Walsh Scholars PHD is based at Teagasc Johnstown Castle and investigates the impact of agrivoltaic systems on biodiversity and soil physical properties.

NEWS 17 August 2026

New Teagasc PHD to examine impact of solar PVs on biodiversity

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Battle for land access not a new phenomenon

Battle for land access not a new phenomenon

NEWS 5 August 2026

Harlin family to host Agri Aware open farm event

Harlin family to host Agri Aware open farm event

NEWS 4 August 2026

Viral Mayo fan returns to the farm after unforgettable win

Viral Mayo fan returns to the farm after unforgettable win

Viral Mayo fan returns to the farm after unforgettable win

NEWS 28 July 2026

Nineteen farmers to open their gates to showcase nature friendly farming

Nineteen farmers to open their gates to showcase nature friendly farming

Nineteen farmers to open their gates to showcase nature friendly farming

NEWS 25 July 2026

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New bill to manage national parks for nature

New bill to manage national parks for nature

Minister for State for nature Christopher O’Sullivan has announced his intention to draft national parks legislation.

NEWS 8 July 2026

How virtual fencing is now improving grazing in the Burren and Aran Islands

How virtual fencing is now improving grazing in the Burren and Aran Islands

GPS collar technology is helping farmers improve grazing management, speakers told a Teagasc Signpost webinar.

NEWS 8 July 2026

TVR seen as lowest risk for DAERA

TVR seen as lowest risk for DAERA

Analysis by DAERA has looked at the various risks involved in a potential cull of badgers.

NORTHERN IRELAND 8 July 2026

Hedge-cutting season Ireland: dates, rules and hedgerow management tips

Hedge-cutting season Ireland: dates, rules and hedgerow management tips

Although the official hedge-cutting season doesn’t open for a few more weeks, grass verges and hedges that pose as a road safety hazard can be cut all year round, writes Gary Abbott.

NEWS 8 July 2026

Land use national dialogue needed – report

Land use national dialogue needed – report

A report on land use has called for a national dialogue to consider who we use land, and how to better balance land management.

NEWS 8 July 2026

Killarney National Park fire 'not a natural disaster', Minister says

Killarney National Park fire 'not a natural disaster', Minister says

The use of disposable barbecues or the lighting of fires in a national park or wildlife area is utterly unacceptable, the Minister said.

NEWS 8 July 2026

Brussels adopts new livestock strategy

Brussels adopts new livestock strategy

EU Livestock Strategy and a Protein Action Plan identifies the challenges and aspires to strengthen the viability of both categories of EU agriculture.

NEWS 8 July 2026

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Looking for a reason to get out and explore this August?

National Heritage Week runs from 15-23 August, with over 2,000 events taking place across Ireland. Many are free and family-friendly, making it the perfect opportunity to try something new.

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