Key facts
- Dairy farmers Katie and Phil Gleeson are using AgNav to manage farm emissions.
Irish farmers reduce emissions with AgNav
IN SHORT
Dairy farmers Katie and Phil Gleeson are using AgNav to measure and manage their farm's environmental performance, aiming to reduce emissions and increase profitability. They have switched to 100% protected urea, use low-emission slurry spreading, and are incorporating clover into their re-seeds. The platform also helps them track improvements in herd genetics and overall carbon footprint.
Key Numbers
100cow spring calving herd
75%slurry spread in spring
Who's Involved
Katie and Phil Gleeson
Dairy farmers in Templemore, Co. Tipperary implementing AgNav
Padraig Fogarty
Teagasc Signpost Climate Adviser assisting farmers with AgNav
Teagasc
Irish agricultural research and advisory body
AgNav
Farm environmental performance management platform
↳ Why This Matters
Sustainability is becoming increasingly important in the agricultural sector, with farmers seeking ways to reduce their environmental impact while maintaining profitability. Tools like AgNav are emerging to help farmers measure, manage, and reduce their carbon footprint through data-driven insights and actionable strategies. This story highlights how specific farming practices, supported by technology, can contribute to emission reduction goals.