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Teagasc is Ireland’s agriculture and food development authority, committed to supporting a sustainable, competitive and knowledge-led agri-food sector.

We provide integrated research, advisory and education services that empower farmers, food businesses and rural communities to adapt, innovate and grow in a rapidly changing environment. By translating science into practical solutions, Teagasc drives productivity, environmental sustainability and climate resilience across the sector. 

Who we are?

Teagasc is the Irish State agency responsible for research, innovation and knowledge transfer for the agrifood sector.

  • Established in 1988 under the Agriculture (Research, Training and Advice) Act
  • Operates under the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine
  • Expertise across agriculture and food research, education and advisory services
  • Focused on competitiveness, sustainability and long-term sector resilience

 

Who we service?

Teagasc services a wide range of enterprises across the Irish agrifood system, including:

  • Primary agriculture enterprises – dairy, beef, sheep, tillage and horticulture farms
  • Food and drink manufacturing enterprises – including start-ups, SMEs and large processors across dairy, meat, beverages, ingredients and prepared consumer foods.
  • Forestry and land-based enterprises – supporting sustainable forest management and land use
  • Agri-related businesses and rural enterprises – including agribusinesses, advisory clients, and innovation-led rural enterprises.

What we do?

Teagasc supports agrifood enterprises to start, scale and compete by providing integrated research, advisory and capability-building supports, including:

  • Innovation and R&D supports – enabling enterprises to develop new products, processes and technologies through applied research, pilot-scale infrastructure and collaboration
  • Advisory and knowledge transfer services - providing tailored technical and sustainability advice to support decision-making and compliance
  • Education, training and skills development - building capability through formal education, professional training and upskilling.

At a glance

Focus

Innovating agri-food sectors with research-driven solutions and sustainable practices.

Sectors

Agri-food, horticulture, forestry, renewable energy, and rural enterprise.

Network

Teagasc has a national network of research centres, advisory services, and teaching colleges connecting experts, enterprises, and stakeholders across the agri-food sector.

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Specialist Infrastructure

Access to specialist know-how, facilities and services

The National Prepared Consumer Food Centre supports research, development and innovation in the Prepared Consumer Food and wider food sector.

You might be eligible if: 

  • You are a company involved in the development and manufacturing of:                        

    Meat products
    Bakery products 
    Fruit and vegetable-based products
    Savoury snacks
    Food preparations including ready meals, sauces, confectionary
    Non-alcoholic beverages

Advice & Mentoring

Food Industry Training

Food Programme Courses

Delivery of in-company and public training programmes to address specific industry needs.

You might be eligible if: 

  • You are entrepreneurs or small food business owners interested in building knowledge and upskilling.
  • Established food companies that want to improve the skills and knowledge of their workforce.
     

Training & Programmes

Specialist Infrastructure- Moorepark Technology Limited

Moorepark Technology Limited (MTL) operates an ultra modern plant covering 5,000 sq. metres floor area.

The facility contains the most up-to-date and versatile pilot scale processing equipment for food research and development, and commercialisation.

You might be eligible if: 

  • You are a company engaged in research/development and pre- commercial scale manufacturing in  product areas such as;
    Dairy Products
    Dried Food Ingredients
    Bioprocessing
    Beverages
    Liquid foods & Ingredients
    Yellow Fat Spreads

Advice & Mentoring

Consultancy and Auditing on Food Safety and Quality Management Systems

To further support innovation and development within the Irish food sector, we offer a range of activities on a consultancy basis

Independent consultancy and auditing services providing objective assessment on both the adequacy, and the effective implementation of current food safety and quality management programmes.

You might be eligible if: 

  • You are a food industry/manufacturing company.

Advice & Mentoring

Sensory Analysis

A range of sensory analysis testing services.

Teagasc provide sensory analysis, training and consultancy services

You might be eligible if: 

  • You are a food sector company

Training & Programmes

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Innovate Solutions Project Manager
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