Imelda Casey

Dr. Imelda Casey is a Lecturer in the Department of Land Sciences at SETU, focusing on sustainable grassland systems. She holds a PhD from Queens University as a Teagasc Walsh Fellow and has extensive experience in grassland agronomy, nutrient management, and climate change mitigation. Her work contributes to UN Sustainable Development Goals related to sustainable agriculture and climate action.

• Education:
  • PhD in Grassland Agronomy, Queens University
  • Teagasc Walsh Fellowship and Research Officer (Teagasc Grassland)

Her research interests include sustainable grassland systems, carbon sequestration, and reducing greenhouse gas emissions from dairy production. She leads projects like LO-CAM (Lowering Carbon/Ammonia Footprints) and has supervised over 10 PhD students and postdocs. Recent work emphasizes pasture-based dairy systems, soil potassium management, and climate-smart agricultural practices.

Articles Trends: Dr. Casey’s recent publications (2021–2025) focus on optimizing grassland productivity, mitigating emissions, and enhancing circular nutrient systems. Key themes include peatland restoration, soil potassium dynamics, and the economic viability of sustainable dairy practices.

Advising & Grants: Principal Investigator of the LO-CAM project (2019–2024) and supervisor of numerous funded research initiatives. Her work bridges academic research and practical applications in agriculture.

Labs/Teams: Affiliated with the Eco Innovation Research Centre, focusing on eco-friendly agricultural technologies and sustainable land management practices.