Energy Crops Technical Information Day

 

Energy Crops Technical Information Day will take place on Tuesday, 16 February 2010 at the Talbot Hotel Carlow and Teagasc, Oak Park.

This one-day event, organised by Teagasc and the Department of Agriculture, Fisheries and Food, will focus on the technical aspects of growing Miscanthus and SRC Willow.

The morning workshop will examine the suitability of energy crops for the individual producer, comparative economics to other enterprises, eligibility and application process, current market and future outlook and end-use options.

The afternoon practical demonstration will feature a variety of harvesting and drying options from Canada, Denmark and the UK.

Registration and booking with Liz O'Sullivan, Teagasc, Oak Park at -
Tel: 059 9183483; Email: liz.o'sullivan@teagasc.ie

Pre-reg/booking is essential for the morning session in the Talbot, lunch is included. The afternoon session is Free of Charge and no pre-booking is required.

For more information, download event brochure - Click Here