The Signpost Series
This is the podcast version of the Signpost Series webinars which is a series of weekly sustainable agriculture webinars aimed at the Irish agriculture industry, ‘Pointing the way to a low emissions agriculture’. For more from the programme visit: https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/
Invasive Alien Species: Practical Solutions from ACRES CP
Lorraine Hope, ACRES West Connacht and Trisha Deane, ACRES Kerry West Cork, joined Cian Condon on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Invasive Alien Species: Practical Solutions from ACRES CP’.
A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Kate Moore, National Biodiversity Data Centre and Mícheál Kelly, Schemes Support Advisor, Teagasc.
You can watch the webinar at:
https://youtu.be/swHnMocdEmY?si=QJYV7kOxNMBiP4Nz
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Innovating for Healthy Soils and Clean Water: Highlights from the Johnstown Castle Open Day
Dr. Karen Daly, Teagasc, and Dr. Patrícia Antunes, Teagasc, joined Noel Meehan on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Innovating for Healthy Soils and Clean Water: Highlights from the Johnstown Castle Open Day’.
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 webinars go to:
https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/
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A first look at the New Zealand approach to Water Quality Management on Farms
Dr. Mary Ryan, Teagasc, joined Cian Condon on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘A first look at the New Zealand approach to Water Quality Management on Farms’.
A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Noel Meehan.
To view the webinar go to:
https://youtu.be/vf0-JT-AVEA?si=LOB4ZC90tuItGnBr
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Organic Tillage & Vegetables: Better Weeding Through Shared Machinery
Martin Bourke, Organic Specialist & Dr. William Deasy, Specialised Vegetable Advisor, Teagasc, joined Mark Gibson on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Organic Tillage & Vegetables: Better Weeding Through Shared Machinery’.
You can watch the webinar at:
https://youtu.be/6ZCrzmxuVys?si=cz8XiKL9ynoB-0Zx
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The importance of farmer health in farm safety
Dr. David Meredith, Dr. Diana van Doorn and Francis Bligh, Teagasc, joined Cian Condon on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘The importance of farmer health in farm safety’.
You can watch the webinar at:
https://youtu.be/1TXl3f3FU9A?si=-uVH2AGtdFD5sesm
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Beast of Burden – how can we enhance biodiversity on farmland?
Teagasc’s Dr. Saorla Kavanagh, joined Cian Condon on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Beast of Burden – how can we enhance biodiversity on farmland?’
A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Mícheál Kelly.
You can watch the webinar at:
https://youtu.be/14tSzXhN1S8?si=jpmTiZDwbazny4tU
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GlasPort Bio: Reducing methane emissions from slurry
Stephen Fagan, Business Development Manager, and Professor Vincent O’Flaherty, Chief Scientific Officer, GlasPort Bio, joined Cian Condon on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘GlasPort Bio: Reducing methane emissions from slurry’.
A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Dr. Shaun Connolly, Teagasc Research Officer.
You can watch the webinar at:
https://youtu.be/-evcIprvTT8?si=yHtDFraEIOdxagCh
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Improving Water Quality, Ireland’s Sixth Nitrates Action Programme and the Nitrates Derogation
Ted Massey, Head of the Water and Air Quality Division, Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) joined Mark Gibson on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss Improving Water Quality, Ireland’s Sixth Nitrates Action Programme and the Nitrates Derogation.
A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar.
You can watch the webinar at:
https://youtu.be/n8n1A8cLhKw?si=pTIjJzcuHeL54Y-E
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Engagement & Status of Extensive Grasslands under ACRES
John Muldowney and Nicholas Fettes, Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) joined Cian Condon on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss Engagement & Status of Extensive Grasslands under ACRES.
A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Mícheál Kelly, Teagasc Schemes Support Advisor.
You can watch the webinar at:
https://youtu.be/_AMo4jf9nU8?si=iJkwOhSiRoMoJojd
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Agri-Environmental Programmes for Water Quality: The Waters of Life Approach to Processes and People
Anne Goggin and Ross O’Donoghue, from Waters of Life, joined Mark Gibson on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss Agri-Environmental Programmes for Water Quality: The Waters of Life Approach to Processes and People.
A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Philip Murphy, Blackwater Catchment Co-ordinator, Teagasc.
You can watch the webinar at:
https://youtu.be/nVn8O2QLSoU?si=6hrkf8RX5iepTwbv
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MultiMilk: Impacts of sward species diversity on the performance of spring calving grazing dairy systems
Dr. Brendan Horan, Teagasc, joined Cian Condon on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss the MultiMilk project: impacts of sward species diversity on the performance of spring calving grazing dairy systems.
A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Oisin Coakley, Catchment Coordinator, Teagasc.
You can watch the webinar at:
https://youtu.be/S36oFkBmycY?si=xEsSYqL4eD4_el0F
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Changes in weather in 2025 & its impact on grass growth
Paul Moore, Met Éireann & Dr. Elodie Ruelle, Teagasc, joined Cian Condon on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss the changes in weather in 2025 and its impact on grass growth.
A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Caitlin Looney, PastureBase Ireland.
You can watch the webinar at:
https://youtu.be/Nv2sI0SK9K8?si=3It86g02GHgitf62
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Feed Additives and Methane Production
Teagasc’s Emily Roskam, joined Cian Condon on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Feed Additives and Methane Production’.
A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Meabh O’Hagan, Climate Action and Sustainability Advisor, Teagasc.
You can watch the webinar at:
https://youtu.be/hQYSU-mdaG0?si=946WastEuTTaqPY9
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Rewetted Peatlands in Southern Germany
Carla Bockermann, Weihenstephan-Triesdorf University of Applied Sciences, joined Cian Condon on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Rewetted Peatlands in Southern Germany.’
A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Teagasc’s Patrick Tuohy and Professor Owen Fenton.
You can watch the webinar at:
https://youtu.be/lGoUZ4_tIt8?si=-kt3MIBsETEv6xYu
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Reducing Emissions from Nitrogen Fertiliser while Sustaining or Improving Production
Teagasc’s, Dr. Patrick Forrestal, joined Cian Condon on the latest podcast version of the Signpost Series to discuss ‘Reducing Emissions from Nitrogen Fertiliser while Sustaining or Improving Production’.
A questions and answers session took place at the end of the webinar which was facilitated by Mark Plunkett from the Teagasc Signpost Programme.
To view the webinar:
https://youtu.be/edp3zILnzUI
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Meeting Global Sustainability Expectations
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
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Integrating Agroforestry on Irish Farms: A farmer’s perspective
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 Signpost Series to discuss incorporating agroforestry into a farming system and the linkages between forestry and other schemes including BISS, organics, ACRES etc.
To view the webinar:
https://youtu.be/5t71zd_cWe0
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Conservation of some of Ireland’s most vulnerable species
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-cRyxZR4g&list=PLdcRN-ArFOFhNPoBUhsIjudGckYSgbqw-
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Slurry: Think before you agitate, think before you spread
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://youtu.be/ySwtJOfdoc4
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The journey to increase biodiversity at the CAFRE Glenwherry Hill Farm
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
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The impact of agricultural diversification on protein security in Ireland
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.
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https://www.teagasc.ie/corporate-events/sustainable-agriculture-webinars/
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Understanding N loss in Agricultural Catchments
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.
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International Development of Agri Food Systems
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.
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Beyond the Farm Gate: The Learnings from Farmer Networks in Advancing Organic Farming Innovation in Europe
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.
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Farm Level Economic, Environmental & Transport Modelling of Alternative Feedstock Solutions for Regional Anaerobic Digestion Plants in Ireland
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.
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Lime – the foundation of sustainable farming
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.
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Exploring farmers’ adoption of greenhouse gas mitigation measures that reduce chemical fertiliser application
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.
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What can we learn from the Environmental Sustainable Farmer of the Year?
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.
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Improving nitrogen balances and use efficiency on Irish grassland farms
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.
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Increasing the precision of nutrient use in tillage
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.
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For more podcasts from the Signpost Series go to:
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The role of white clover on commercial grassland farms
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.
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The Irish Bioeconomy: opportunities, challenges and strategic considerations
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.
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Targeting water quality actions in catchments of concern
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.
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Adapting to the changing climate: farmers’ views and strategies
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.
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One Size Doesn’t Fit All: Adaptive Management for Diverse Soil Types
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.
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Citizen Science for Soil Health
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.
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The Native Irish Honey Bee
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.
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Better Hedge Cutting
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.
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National Hedgerow Week
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.
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Minding our Traditional Farm Heritage
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.
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