The Signpost Series

Andrew Mahon, Senior Operations Manager, Bord Bia, joined Mark Gibson on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss meeting global sustainability expectations.   A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Cian Condon, KT Outreach & Innovation Specialist, Teagasc.   To view the webinar: https://youtu.be/VBjgt8p29gE   To regist...

Brian Nicholson, Kilkenny sheep farmer and Sheep Enterprise Winner in the Teagasc/FBD Environmental Sustainability Awards 2024; Terry Carroll, Teagasc Drystock Advisor; Frances McHugh & John Casey, Teagasc Forestry Development Department; and Michael Healy-Rae TD, Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, joined Mark Gibson on the latest podcast version of the Si...

Owen Murphy, Project Manager, Breeding Waders EIP, joined Mark Gibson on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss the conservation of some of Ireland’s most vulnerable species.   A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Environment Specialist, Ivan Kelly.   To view the webinar: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vR-cRy...

Donal McCabe, Teagasc Advisor and Róisín McManus, Teagasc ASSAP Advisor, joined Cian Condon on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Slurry – think before you agitate, think before you spread’.   A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Signpost Climate Advisor, Méabh O’Hagan.   To view the webinar: https://yout...

Nicola Warden, Senior Biodiversity Technologist, CAFRE joined Mark Gibson on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to give an insight into the journey to increase biodiversity at the CAFRE Glenwherry Hill Farm.   A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Ivan Kelly.   To view the webinar: https://youtu.be/lEN3-UhSt30     To...

Dr. Marie Merlo, Teagasc, joined Cian Condon on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘The impact of agricultural diversification on protein security in Ireland’.   A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Micheál Kelly.   To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-...

Edward Burgess, ACP Programme, Teagasc, joined Mark Gibson on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Understanding N loss in Agricultural Catchments’.   A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Cian Condon.   To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-we...

Paul Maher, Teagasc and James Hennessy, Walsh Scholar & founder of Development Pamoja, joined Mark Gibson on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘International Development of Agri Food Systems’.   A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Cathal Somers.   To register for future webinars visit: https://www.te...

John Noonan, Organic Advisor, Teagasc, joined Cathal Somers on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Beyond the Farm Gate: The Learnings from Farmer Networks in Advancing Organic Farming Innovation in Europe’.   A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Elaine Leavy.   To register for future webinars visit: https...

Dr. Fiona Thorne, Research Officer, Teagasc, joined Mark Gibson on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Farm Level Economic, Environmental & Transport Modelling of Alternative Feedstock Solutions for Regional Anaerobic Digestion Plants in Ireland’.   A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Méabh O’Hagan.  ...

Dr. David Wall, Teagasc Research Officer, and Mark Plunkett, Training Specialist, Teagasc, joined Cathal Somers on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Lime – the foundation of sustainable farming’.   A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Fiona Doolan.   To register for future webinars visit: https://www.tea...

Felipe Javier Aguiar Noury, Trinity College Dublin, joined Mark Gibson on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Exploring farmers’ adoption of greenhouse gas mitigation measures that reduce chemical fertiliser application’.   A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Méabh O’Hagan.   To register for future webina...

This episode of the Signpost Series, presented by Mark Gibson, focuses on what can we learn from the Environmental Sustainable Farmer of the Year, Don Somers.    The webinar hears from Don, his Teagasc advisor, John Pettit, and Teagasc’s Communications and Engagement Specialist with the Signpost Programme, Siobhan Kavanagh.   To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-...

Dr. William Burchill, University College Cork, joined Mark Gibson on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Improving nitrogen balances and use efficiency on Irish grassland farms’.   A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Cathal Somers.   To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-...

Dr. David Wall, Senior Research Officer, Teagasc, and Cathal Redmond, Advisor, Teagasc, joined Noel Meehan on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Increasing the precision of nutrient use in tillage and the tools and technology to achieve this’.   A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Fiona Doolan.   To regi...

Dr. Mike Egan, Research Officer, Teagasc, joined Mark Gibson on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘The role of white clover on commercial grassland farms’.   A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Cathal Somers.   To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agr...

Professor Maeve Henchion, Principal Research Officer, Teagasc, joined Cathal Somers on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘The Irish Bioeconomy: opportunities, challenges and strategic considerations’.   A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Fiona Doolan.   To register for future webinars visit: https://www...

Dr. Philip Murphy, Catchment Coordinator, Teagasc, joined Eddie Burgess on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Targeting water quality actions in catchments of concern.’   A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Fiona Doolan.   To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sus...

Dr. Lorraine Balaine, Research Officer, Teagasc, joined Cathal Somers on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Adapting to the changing climate: farmers’ views and strategies’.   A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Fiona Doolan.   To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-event...

Dr. David Wall, Research Officer, Teagasc, joined Cathal Somers on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘One Size Doesn’t Fit All: Adaptive Management for Diverse Soil Types’.   A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Fiona Doolan.   To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events...

Dr. Fiona Brennan, Research Officer, Teagasc, joined Mark Gibson on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss Citizen Science for Soil Health.   A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Cathal Somers.   To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/  ...

Professor Grace McCormack, University of Galway, joined Mark Gibson on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss The Native Irish Honey Bee.   A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Dr. Catherine Keena.   To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars...

Francis Quigley, Machinery Specialist, Teagasc, joined Cathal Somers on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss Better Hedge Cutting.   A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Dr. Catherine Keena.   To register for future webinars visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/    ...

Meadhbh Bolger, Heritage Council & Dr. Catherine Keena, Teagasc, joined Mark Gibson on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss National Hedgerow Week and also cover a Strategy for Hedge Management on Farms.   A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Mícheál Kelly.   To register for future webinars visit: https:...

Barry O’Reilly, Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage, and Tom Fallon, Teagasc Specialist, Farm Buildings & Infrastructure, joined Cathal Somers on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Minding our Traditional Farm Heritage’.   A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Catherine Keena.   To r...