Teagasc is engaging communities across Ireland with a dynamic programme blending farm life and scientific exploration. From storytelling in Cork to technology showcases on RTÉ, the events highlight innovation in agriculture and environmental science.
Teagasc is inspiring communities nationwide this November by connecting farm life with cutting-edge science through its vibrant Science Week 2026 programme.
Bringing Science to Life Across Ireland
From 7th to 14th November, Teagasc researchers will step beyond their laboratories to engage with classrooms, farmyards, and community venues. Coordinated by Science Communications and Engagement Officer, Eimear Ferguson, the initiative offers hands-on activities, interactive sessions, and vivid opportunities to explore how science is reshaping farming, food production, and environmental stewardship.
Highlights of the Week
- Science Starts with a Story | Saturday, 7th November
Children aged five and above can enjoy a lively storytelling event at Mitchelstown Library, County Cork, from
11.30am to 12.30pm, delving into soil, water, animals, and nature. This free session requires no booking.
- From Raindrops to Rivers | Tuesday, 10th November
Secondary school students nationwide are invited to a free online webinar from
10am to 11am, featuring experts from Teagasc, Met Éireann, and VistaMilk Research Ireland Centre, uncovering the journey of rain on farmland. Schools can register via the Teagasc website.
Students will experience agriculture science firsthand through farm walks at Teagasc sites in Moorepark, Grange, and Athenry, along with a farm near Kilkenny City. While some tours are fully booked, spaces remain for Athenry and Kilkenny visits.
- Science Through a Different Lens | Wednesday, 11th November
An evocative photography exhibition, Vision of Research, opens at Teagasc Oak Park, Carlow, from
6pm to 8pm, showcasing twelve captivating images taken by researchers that reveal the story behind scientific discovery. Registration details are on the Teagasc website.
- The Future of Farming on RTÉ | Wednesday, 11th November
Viewers can tune in to RTÉ One at
8.30pm for
Ten Things to Know About: The Future of Farming, which explores smart farming, biodiversity-friendly methods, and innovations tackling food waste. The programme will also be available on RTÉ Player.
Primary school pupils have enthusiastically engaged in science quizzes at Teagasc Oak Park, Ashtown, and Moorepark, fostering curiosity and teamwork. All quiz places have been filled.
- Science Takes Over the Marina! | Saturday, 14th November
The week concludes with a vibrant family-friendly event at Marina Market, Cork City, from
11am to 3pm. Attendees can meet scientists, explore exciting research, and discover science’s role in everyday life. A quiet hour from
10am to 11am is available with advance booking via Eventbrite, while the main event requires no booking.
Science for Everyone
Science Week at Teagasc embraces all ages and backgrounds, encouraging questions, discoveries, and fun. With activities across Cork, Dublin, Galway, Meath, Carlow, Kilkenny, and online, it offers abundant ways to engage.
Explore the full programme and further details at
www.teagasc.ie under Science Week 2026.
