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Teagasc research newsletter - focus on food In this issue of Teagasc News, we feature the latest innovations and research achievements across the food sector. From exploring sustainable food production and new uses for animal blood proteins and Irish-grown peas, to advancements in dairy and fermented food research. We also highlight how Teagasc is contributing to Ireland’s continued leadership in agri-food research. You can read these, among other articles from Teagasc's TResearch magazine in the links below.

Teagasc Research News In this issue of Teagasc News, we explore research shaping the future of Ireland's agri-food sector. From boosting apple production to exploring sustainable hydroponic cultivation of sweet basil. This issue also features exciting developments in mushroom cultivation, as well as the FAST-IP programme, which is empowering a future of sustainability. You can read these, among other articles from Teagasc's TResearch magazine in the links below.

Welcome to the first Engage@Teagasc newsletter of 2025! Siobhán Jordan FRSE Miriam Walsh Sarah Cahalane Sharon Sheahan Karen Dawson James Healy Natasha Browne Sarah McPherson Siobhan Barry Laura Gómez Gómez-Mascaraque Declan Bolton Dheeraj Singh Rathore Shivani Pathania John Kenny Rita Hickey Paul Cotter FAST-IP Enterprise Ireland VistaMilk Research Ireland Centre Sandra O' Dwyer PhD Emma Callinan

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Highlights from what was an action packed morning celebrating International Women's Day with the wonderful Breda McCague in Teagasc Moorepark Food Research Centre. #IWD2025 #AccelerateAction

Lá a Ceathair ag Seastán Teagasc – Feirmeoireacht, Eolaíocht & Nuálaíocht! Bhí lá iontach eile againn inniu ag ESB Science Blast, áit a raibh daltaí ag foghlaim faoi theicneolaíocht feirmeoireachta, céadfaí an duine, géineolaíocht agus go leor eile! Tomás Russell – Thug sé samhail feirme leis chun teicneolaíochtaí nua-aimseartha i bhfeirmeoireacht na hÉireann a léiriú do na daltaí san VistaMilk. Emily Crofton – D’aimsigh cuairteoirí an eolaíocht taobh thiar dá gcéadfaí féin, ag tástáil a gcumas dathanna agus bolaithe a aithint, agus ag foghlaim faoi ról na heolaíochta céadfacha i bhforbairt bia. Sara Dunny Fox – Mhínigh sí conas a chuidíonn géineolaíocht le bainistiú comhtháite lotnaidí, trí éagsúlacht sa phráta a léiriú, samhail den DNA a úsáid, agus clár cluiche idirghníomhach a imirt! Ella Mulkerrins – Thaispeáin sí conas a úsáidtear dróin chun galair a bhrath i bhféar, an príomhfhoinse bia d’ainmhithe déiríochta in Éirinn. Míle buíochas lenár bhfoireann dochreidte agus gach duine a tháinig chugainn! Slán go fóill ó ESB Science Blast – feicimid sibh an bhliain seo chugainn! Translation: Day Four at the Teagasc Stand – Farming, Science & Innovation! Another fantastic day at ESB Science Blast, where students explored farming technology, human senses, genetics, and much more! Tomás – Brought a model farm to showcase the latest technologies in Irish agriculture at VistaMilk, giving students a hands-on experience. Emily – Took visitors on a journey into the science behind their senses, testing their ability to recognize colors and smells while explaining how sensory science is used in food development. Sara – Explained how genetics plays a role in integrated pest management, demonstrating potato diversity, using a DNA model, and engaging students with an interactive genetics board game! Ella – Showcased how drones are being used to detect plant diseases in grass, the primary food source for Ireland’s dairy animals. A huge thank you to our amazing team coordinated by Eimear Ferguson and everyone who visited us! That’s a wrap from ESB Science Blast – see you all next year! 🌟

ESB Science Blast Day Three- Discovery & Hands-on Science! On Wednesday this week, students and teachers explored the latest in farming technology, sensory science, plant health, and more at the Teagasc stand at the ESB Science Blast. Rosie Giglia brought agriculture to life with an interactive model farm, showing students the exciting innovations shaping Irish farming today at VistaMilk. Chris Ovenden & @Donagh took visitors on a sensory science adventure, testing their ability to identify scents and colors while explaining how food scientists work with industry to enhance the foods we eat. Rabisa Zia intrigued young scientists with the question: What happens when your barley gets sick? She shared her PhD research on microbes in plants like barley, an essential crop in Ireland. Emma Boughton, Teagasc’s librarian, blended literature and science, showcasing how she brings groundbreaking agricultural research to life through knowledge-sharing and resources. A huge thank you to our incredible team coordinated by Eimear Ferguson for another engaging and interactive day!

Photo finish: Hydroponic sweet basil: cultivating flavour and sustainability. Hydroponic sweet basil cultivates flavour and sustainability by replacing soil with nutrient-rich water solutions. Find out more in the latest issue of #TResearch here https://lnkd.in/e8kXtdCA

Sustaining the future of tillage crops - we report on the Teagasc National Tillage Conference in the latest issue of #TResearch here https://lnkd.in/e4hERnfh.

Targeted actions for water quality - find out more in this take-home message article in the latest issue of #TResearch here https://lnkd.in/e4hERnfh.