Holly makes an attractive small tree on the farm or can be part of a native hedgerow. Holly berries are valued by wildlife, especially by birds and small mammals in winter. Record your sightings 👇 https://lnkd.in/ehQzWptz
Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine
Government Administration
Kildare Street, Dublin 2 29,808 followers
Leading the #sustainable development of Ireland’s #agri-food, #forestry and #marine sectors.
About us
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine plays a lead role in promoting competitive and sustainable economic development in the agriculture, food, forestry and fisheries sectors, including overall responsibility for public policy and administration. The Department also has major regulatory functions, with the objective of maintaining the highest standards of food safety, consumer protection and animal and plant health. With more than 3,000 staff, the Department operates from six large centralised locations across the country, with a presence also in a further 16 regional offices and a large number of other locations countrywide. The Department has a diverse customer base which includes farmers, taxpayers, consumers, food processors and other commercial operators, those involved in sea fishing, forestry, bio-energy, research as well as diverse EU institutions, other State bodies and special interest groups.
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https://www.gov.ie/agriculture
External link for Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine
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- Government Administration
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- 1,001-5,000 employees
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- Kildare Street, Dublin 2
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- Government Agency
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At this time of year, see if you can spot any leaf mines on Holly leaves. There is only one fly in Ireland that uses the tough leaf of Holly for part of its’ life cycle. Don’t forget to record your sightings here 👇 https://lnkd.in/ehQzWptz
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If you’re traveling this Christmas, don’t risk bringing pork or pork products into Ireland from areas affected by African Swine Fever. ASF is a viral disease of pigs that can result in devastating losses for pig farmers and the pig industry.🐖 👉gov.ie/asf
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We are seeking a Services Officer for Dublin. The role involves carrying out reception desk duties, security duties, collection, sorting, and delivery of mail, and duties including opening and locking the office in the morning/evening. 👉https://lnkd.in/enxYesT
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Applications are now open for the third tranche of the Innovative Forest Technology Scheme: Module 2 - Investment Aid for the Development of the Forest Tree Nursery Sector. Forest Reproductive Material (FRM) suppliers can receive up to €250,000 in funding for investments in native forest tree production. 👉https://lnkd.in/eRHw-KGt
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Report signs of Badger Activity on your farm via our online portal: https://lnkd.in/eAVu-RsT 👉http://bovinetb.ie
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🐴Have you completed your Equine Census for 2024? If so, don't forget to return your census documents by the 20th of December. Learn more at👉 https://lnkd.in/eGshMhdg
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🍎 Sustainable Food has launched 🚜 Distributed inside todays Irish Independent and online at https://lnkd.in/esN9-U2r The Sustainable Food campaign analyses the various areas of food and nutrition in Ireland. We look at the need for reducing food waste, securing the future of farming and the importance of nutrition among many other topics. Our biggest thanks to everyone involved: Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Bord Bia - The Irish Food Board My Waste Ireland Ibec Sodexo UK and Ireland Irish Farmers Association Kerry #SustainableFood2024 #SustainableFood
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#TuesdayTrees. We're making it easier to plant trees. There is an array of options available with income tax-free payments guaranteed for up to 20 years. Why not plant the forest that suits your farm? The scheme is open to all landowners. 🌳 🌳 🌳 gov.ie/forestrybooklet Teagasc
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All registered keepers of horses or other equines are being urged to return their completed Equine Census forms ahead of this Friday’s deadline. The new Equine Traceability System, which is being introduced in 2025, is based on the Equine Census 2024 returns. It is critically important that the census documents are completed and returned. 👉 https://lnkd.in/eHi5xB_e
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