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Project Code [2014-ET-CP-52]
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Project title
Agrichar : Reduction of pollutants and nutrient loss in slurry and silage in cattle farming
Primary Funding Agency
Environmental Protection Agency
Co-Funding Organisation(s)
n/a
Lead Organisation
EOS Future Design
Lead Applicant
Emer O'Siochru
Project Abstract
Economic: Enables heavier slurry application, raises crop yields, reduces bought artificial fertilizers, increases weight gain, improves beef and milk quality and lowers vet bills, shortens germination time and prolongs nutrient value of compost Environmental: Reduces Co2 eq emissions from fertilizers and animal wastes particularly N0x, adsobs P, reduces pollution to water-bodies, adds stable carbon to soils and increases soil organic carbon to mitigate climate change, adsorbs toxins and pathogens in soils, animal waste and feed products. Relevant to beef and dairy farmers, horticulturalists and nurseries. Disseminated by farm demonstrations, Teagsc, Organic Trust, Beef Carbon Navigator, reports and presentations and website
Grant Approved
�60,000.00
Research Hub
Cleaner Production - Green Enterprise - Innovation and Demonstration
Initial Projected Completion Date
20/07/2015