AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoLife Sciences: RCSI researchers have developed a new low-cost mitral heart valve model that better mimics real tissue mechanics under realistic heart pressures and flow, aiming to speed up understanding of mitral regurgitation and future treatments. Agri-Food Policy: Farmers are facing a busy CAP calendar, with key TAMS 3 deadlines including the Organic Capital Investment Scheme (June 16) and Solar Capital Investment Scheme tranches (June 19 and Sept 4), plus pig and poultry investment support (June 19 and Sept 4). Agri-Tech & Tillage: Tech is set to shape the next generation of Irish farming, with Drone-as-a-Service and variable-rate mapping highlighted as practical tools for better on-farm decisions; meanwhile, seed specialists are pushing winter hybrid rye and triticale as high-yield options for Irish tillage rotations. Food Safety: Urgent recall notices have been issued for batches of pork products sold in Irish supermarkets, alongside another pork mince recall due to salmonella concerns. EU Trade & Compliance: EU rules on antibiotics in Brazilian beef take effect from Sept 3, raising traceability worries that could disrupt supply into the bloc. Transport & Infrastructure: Dublin Boulevard works are moving into final traffic configurations, with major closures and signal activations planned around June 7–12.
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