Environment
Some progression and stalling recorded on meeting MACC targets
Advances have been made in 2024 to meet goals set out by the Teagasc Marginal Abatement Cost Curve (MACC), however...
MACC
Environment
Agri emissions target will be 'very challenging' - research
New research published by Teagasc has shown that it will be “very challenging” for the agriculture sector to meet its...
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Native Tree Area Scheme makes planting trees easier
If you’re a farmer looking to generate extra income, the Native Tree Area Scheme (NTAS) is a great opportunity to...
Environment
'Methane does not need to reach net zero'- Thorne
An insight was given into how Ireland is attempting to reduce its methane emissions in agriculture at a conference in...
Environment
Teagasc 'must support' farmers to diversify - O'Mara
Teagasc must support farmers to “take advantage” of diversification options including forestry, organics, anaerobic digestion (AD), and solar PV, Teagasc...
Beef
Teagasc MACC 'must not become basis' for climate action - INHFA
The Irish Natura and Hill Farmers’ Association (INHFA) has slammed the recently updated Marginal Abatement Cost Curve (MACC) from Teagasc....
Environment
CCAC calls for 'appropriate incentives' for farmers
The Climate Change Advisory Council (CCAC) has called for “appropriate incentives and support” for farmers in meeting climate targets. The...
Beef
MII welcomes early finishing emphasis in new MACC
Meat Industry Ireland (MII) has welcomed the emphasis on earlier finishing in the beef sector outlined in the new Marginal...
Agri Politics
Production quotas 'will hit environmental targets' - An Taisce
Enforcing quota limits on nitrogen input or on milk and meat production “will hit environmental targets with certainty”, member of...
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Watch: Offaly farmer makes big savings by 'going solar'
Imagine standing on your farm, knowing you have taken steps to secure its future. The sun is shining, not just...
Agri-Business
Video: Using MACC to achieve 2030 emissions reduction target
The adoption of measures to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions needs to be “ramped up very quickly” in order to...
Agri-Business
New Teagasc MACC aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions
A new Teagasc Marginal Abatement Cost Curve (MACC) aiming to help reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions in agriculture has been...
