RootEd – Supporting sustainable in...by Brigid Burke Marie Skłodowska-Curie ActionsRootEd is a €2.7M Horizon Europe project which aims to double agricultural output sustainably by 2050. Led by UCD, the focus is on plant root systems with 10 PhD researchers exploring soil-plant interactions, AI imaging, and crop resilience. The project seeks to reduce fertiliser use, boost yields, and support farmers with data-driven decisions, contributing to a “second green revolution.” Read More
Rural BioReFarmeries: Supporting sustain...by Brigid Burke Cluster 6 Food, Bioeconomy, Natural Resources, Agriculture and EnvironmentThe Rural BioReFarmeries project, funded by Horizon Europe, aims to boost Ireland’s rural economy and bioeconomy by extracting more value from grassland. It transforms grass into bio-based products like protein, flavourings, antimicrobial additives, packaging, and fertilises, while still supplying livestock feed. Residues from production can be used to generate renewable energy, delivering both economic and environmental benefits. Read More
