Kevin Hanrahan

Modelling pasture-based beef production costs using panel data from farms with different soil quality

Andreas Tsakiridis, Kevin Hanrahan, James Breen, Cathal O’Donoghue et autres

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Harmonizing science with music: a novel approach in AIDS research dissemination

Kevin Hanrahan

There is today a deep concern for the ongoing HIV/AIDS epidemic and the pressing need to address its complex challenges.Recent advancements in treating HIV have indeed provided hope [1].However, it is essential to recognize that HIV remains a lifelong disease with no …

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Mineral and vitamin supplementation on sheep farms: a survey of practices and farmer knowledge

D.V. Hession, Jason Loughrey, N.R. Kendall, Kevin Hanrahan et autres

Abstract Mineral and vitamin (MV) supplementation is a routine management practice in many pasture-based systems of prime lamb production. The aim of the current study was to establish the MV supplementation practices on Irish sheep farms and farmer’s knowledge and opinions in …

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A Survey of Farm Management Practices Relating to the Risk Factors, Prevalence, and Causes of Lamb Mortality in Ireland

D. O. Shiels, Jason Loughrey, Catherine M Dwyer, Kevin Hanrahan et autres

Lamb mortality is a key factor influencing ewe productivity and profitability. The current study investigated risk factors associated with and management practices implemented on sheep farms to reduce lamb mortality. A survey consisting of 13 multiple-part questions (57 separate questions) was administered …

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The challenge of sustainability for Irish Agriculture

Karl Richards, Kevin Hanrahan, L. Shalloo, Mary Ryan et autres

To underpin the economic & environmental sustainability of Irish agriculture. Department Objective: Develop technologies &management strategies to achieve economic & environmental sustainability. Sub-Program Objectives• To improve nutrient efficiency and soil fertility on farms.• To reduce the impact of agriculture on water quality.• …

Beef quality assurance schemes: Can they improve farm economic performance?

Andreas Tsakiridis, Michael Wallace, James Breen, Cathal O’Donoghue et autres

Abstract Beef quality assurance initiatives have been developed to assure consumers of the quality and safety of supplied beef, as well as the environmental‐orientation of farm production practices. However, the potential economic benefits of quality schemes to European beef cattle farmers have …

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An Analysis of the Cost of the Abatement of Ammonia Emissions in Irish Agriculture to 2030

Cathal Buckley, Dominika Król, Gary Lanigan, Trevor Donnellan et autres

This analysis quantifies the potential to abate national ammonia (NH3) emissions up to 2030. This report is an updated marginal abatement cost curve (MACC) analysis where Teagasc has quantified the abatement potential of a range of ammonia mitigation measures, as well as …

Measuring total factor productivity on Irish dairy farms: a Fisher index approach using farm-level data

Michele McCormack, Fiona Thorne, Kevin Hanrahan

This paper presents a Fisher index measure of the total factor productivity (TFP) performance of Irish dairy farms over the period 2006–2016 using the Teagasc National Farm Survey (NFS) data. The removal of milk quotas in 2015 has led to an increase …

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University of Nebraska Five-Year Strategy, Revised August 12, 2020

Ted Carter, Trev Alberts, Bob Bartee, A. J. Bowen et autres

The University of Nebraska Five-Year Strategy: Trust, Predictability, and Positive Outcomes for Nebraskans In February 2020, the newly named president of the University of Nebraska system, Ted Carter, gathered a diverse 28-member team of students, faculty, staff, and administrators to help chart …

Value Added and Employment Growth in EU Primary Agriculture and Food Processing

Trevor Donnellan, Kevin Hanrahan

This chapter examines the relationship between agri-food’s primary and processing sectors at the EU Member State (MS) level in this century. In terms of sector value added and employment, substantially different economic developments in the primary and processing sectors are evident across …

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The Agricultural Land Market in the EU and the Case for Better Data Provision

Jason Loughrey, Trevor Donnellan, Kevin Hanrahan

Summary Participants in agricultural land markets require comprehensive statistics in order to make informed decisions in relation to agricultural land and the associated production. The publication of such data supports land mobility, the competitiveness and generational renewal of the sector. This article …

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Hobson's Choice: Finding the right mix of agricultural and environmental policy for Irish agriculture

Trevor Donnellan, Kevin Hanrahan, Gary Lanigan

As part of its international obligations, Ireland faces emission reduction targets with respect to greenhouse gases (GHG). These reduction targets are to be achieved both in the short term and over the coming decades. Agriculture is a substantial source (33%) of Ireland’s …