Events

Burrenbeo Trust Burren in Bloom Festival

The Burren

Various events taking place as part of the annual Burren in Bloom festival,  run by the Burrenbeo Trust. More info and registration/booking for events is here  

Talamh Beo: Soil Health and Biodiversity farm walk

Camp Co. Kerry

Talamh Beo is building a network of Lighthouse farms in the 46 water catchment area’s of Ireland. From the 1st 16 farms established through the “Soil Biodiversity & Enhancement EIP project” they are growing a network of local farms (hubs), where on the farm education around soil biodiversity and its effect on water quality are […]

Burrenbeo Trust Burren in Bloom Festival

The Burren

Various events taking place as part of the annual Burren in Bloom festival,  run by the Burrenbeo Trust. More info and registration/booking for events is here

Talamh Beo: Lighthouse Farm Network farm walk on Cloncannon Bio Farm

Cloncannon Bio Farm Co. Tipperary

Talamh Beo is building a network of Lighthouse farms in the 46 water catchment area’s of Ireland. From the 1st 16 farms established through the “Soil Biodiversity & Enhancement EIP project” they are growing a network of local farms (hubs), where on the farm education around soil biodiversity and its effect on water quality are […]

Talamh Beo: Lighthouse Farm Network farm walk on Cloughjordan Community Farm

Talamh Beo is building a network of Lighthouse farms in the 46 water catchment area’s of Ireland. From the 1st 16 farms established through the “Soil Biodiversity & Enhancement EIP project” they are growing a network of local farms (hubs), where on the farm education around soil biodiversity and its effect on water quality are […]

Burrenbeo Trust Burren in Bloom Festival

Various events taking place as part of the annual Burren in Bloom festival,  run by the Burrenbeo Trust. More info and registration/booking for events is here

Farming For Nature walk with James Ham

Onsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassador James Ham - “Hedgerow management and incorporating trees into farming systems.”   Buy tickets here

ICaRE4Farms: Webinar on Solar Thermal Energy in Agriculture

Online event

This webinar “Solar Thermal Energy in Agriculture – Supporting technology uptake and political incentives” will be held online on 13 June 2023 from 9:00 to 10:30 am Dublin Time (10:00 to 11:30 am CEST). It is a free event but we ask you to please register here.   

Farming For Nature walk with Sean Condon

Co. Cork

Onsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassador Sean Condon - “Low input dairy farming and building a direct selling model.” Buy tickets here

Farming for Nature walk with Olly Nolan

Co. Dublin

Onsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassador Olly Nolan - “Small scale mixed farming and beekeeping.” Buy tickets here

Farming For Nature walk with Aonghus Ó Coistealbha

Onsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassador Aonghus Ó Coistealbha - “Small scale market gardening, building soil health and growing nutritionally dense vegetables.” Buy tickets here

Farming For Nature walk with Gerry Fitzsimons

Co. Cavan

Onsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassador Gerry Fitzsimons - “Grass-fed beef farming and building habitats to support biodiversity.” Buy tickets here

BASE Ireland: Soil Dependence

BASE Ireland are hosting a day of practical learnings about Regenerative Agriculture in Ireland. There will be farmer-led discussions covering approaches, a showcase of all things to do with Soil Health & Trade stands / field demonstrations. Buy tickets here

Farming For Nature walk with Sinead Moran

Co. Mayo

Onsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassador Sinead Moran - “Small-scale dairying that works ecologically and economically.” Buy tickets here

Farming For Nature walk with Maurice Deasy

Co. Tipperary

Onsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassador Maurice Deasy - “Min-till cereal production and growing heritage grains.” Buy tickets here

Farming For Nature walk with Cathal & Bronagh O’Rourke

Co. Clare

Onsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassadors Cathal & Bronagh O'Rourke - “Conservation farming and farm diversification in the Burren.” Buy tickets here

Farming for Nature walk with Darina Allen

Co. Cork

Onsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassador Darina Allen - “Local, seasonal and nutritionally dense food production." Book tickets here 

Farming For Nature walk with Cathal Mooney

Co. Donegal Pollan Green, Ballyliffin, Co. Donegal

Onsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassador Cathal Mooney - “Diversity is key - mixed regenerative farming on 7-acres.” Buy tickets here

Clonmany Agricultural Show, Co.Donegal

Co. Donegal Pollan Green, Ballyliffin, Co. Donegal

A number of Farming For Nature ambassadors are speaking at this show on the Farming, Food & Nature section. See here for more information https://www.clonmanyshow.com/aufarming-food-and-nature-au Venue:  Pollan Green, Ballyliffin, Co. Donegal

Climate Camp Ireland 2023

Manorhamilton, Leitrim

Resistance ● Education ● Coming Together We’re excited to invite you to Climate Camp 2023, which will take place in a big field in North Leitrim from 9th to 13th August. The camp will build on the success of last year’s memorable gathering in North Kerry, where we supported local resistance to the proposed Shannon […]

Farming For Nature walk with Brigid O’Connor

Co. Kerry

Onsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassador Brigid O'Connor - “Organic hill sheep farming and farm diversification.” Buy tickets here

Farming For Nature walk with Mark Harold-Barry

Co. Tipperary

Onsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassador Mark Harold-Barry - “Incorporating tillage, livestock and forestry into a diverse farming system.” Buy tickets here

ACA Organic Farm Walk – Co. Kerry

Co. Kerry

Open events for farmers and their families to see first-hand the experiences of other farmers in Organic farming enterprises. Speakers include the hosting farmer, ACA Organic Specialists Mary Lynch and Julian Pawlowski and representatives from NOTS. Everyone welcome - all walks begin at 6pm - dates & venues confirmed: Tuesday 22nd August: Thomas Kavanagh, Ballymoreeragh, Dingle, […]

ACA Organic Farm Walk – Co. Cork

Co. Cork

Open events for farmers and their families to see first-hand the experiences of other farmers in Organic farming enterprises. Speakers include the hosting farmer, ACA Organic Specialists Mary Lynch and Julian Pawlowski and representatives from NOTS. Everyone welcome – all walks begin at 6pm – dates & venues confirmed: Thursday 24th August: Tony Murphy, Coolduff, Lissarda Co. […]

Farming For Nature walk with Colm Flynn

Co. Kildare

Onsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassador Colm Flynn - “Reducing inputs and incorporating min-till into a tillage farming system.” Buy tickets here

Farming For Nature walk with Paul McCormick & Jacinta French

Co. Cork

Onsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassadors Paul McCormick & Jacinta French - “Agroforestry, native Irish cattle production and nature conservation." Buy tickets here

Farming For Nature walk with Thomas & Claire O’Connor

Co. Kerry

Onsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassadors Thomas & Claire O'Connor - “Organic market gardening, building soil fertility and growing nutritionally dense food for the local community.” Buy tickets here

The Future of Irish Forestry – panel discussion

Gort, Co. Galway

The Future of Irish Forestry Panel discussion and open dialogue accompanied by ADL members ( Abhainn Dá Loilioch Woodland Group ).  Venue: McCarthy's Pub, Kilbeacanty, Gort, Co Galway Time: 7.30 pm Food will be served at this event. There will be music afterwards with the lively Kinvara group The Sheds.  Speakers: Eoghan Daltun An Irish […]

Farming For Nature walk with Eamonn McDonagh

Co Mayo

Onsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassador Eamonn McDonagh - “Small scale mixed-farming, self-sufficiency and working with oxen.” Buy tickets here

Farming For Nature walk with David Dennison

Co. Waterford

Onsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassador David Dennison - “Viticulture and cider making in Waterford.” Buy tickets here

Farming For Nature walk with Kate Egan

Co. Westmeath

Onsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassador Kate Egan - “Horticulture, environmental education and farm diversification.” Buy tickets here

Farming For Nature walk with Andrew Chilton

Co. Roscommon

Onsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassador Andrew Chilton - “Building biodiversity on an Alpaca farm.”  Buy tickets here

Farming For Nature walk with Eoghan Daltun

Co. Cork

Onsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassador Eoghan Daltun - “Restoring a native Atlantic Rainforest.” Buy tickets here

Ballymaloe Farm School: Practical Homeopathy (Using Homeopathy for Healing Animals)

Ballymaloe Farm, Cork

Practical Homeopathy (Using Homeopathy for Healing Animals) Presenter: Tom Farrington Course Intro: This practical course is delivered by Tom Farrington,a veterinary surgeon for whom healing knows no bounds. With four decades of hands-on experience in both conventional veterinary care and revolutionary homeopathic medicine for animals and humans, he champions an all-encompassing approach to patient well-being. His […]

Ballymaloe Farm School: Protecting Farmland Pollinators and Improving Biodiversity

Ballymaloe Farm, Cork

Presenter: Dr. Una Fitzpatrick (National Biodiversity Data Centre), Dr. Saorla Kavanagh (All Ireland Pollinator Plan) & Donal Sheehan (Bride Project) Course Intro: This course will give practical advice on how everyone can improve biodiversity whether they are farmers or non-farmers. It will outline the main drivers in biodiversity loss but also give solutions to halt the […]

European Coordination of Let’s Liberate Diversity hosted by ISSA

Trinity College, Dublin

The 12th European Forum of European Coordination of Let’s Liberate Diversity (ECLLD) in Dublin.  Date: October 26th – 28th Location: Trinity College Dublin  Hosted by Irish Seed Savers Association, the conference will be inaugurated by the Minister for State, Department Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Pippa Hacket, and will be attended by participants from throughout Europe and Ireland involved […]

Thrive Galway 2023

Salthill Hotel, Galway

This year's event will be an action packed day and evening with expert speakers and panels from across Ireland presenting on a variety of topics. The 1st half of the […]

BioFarm 2023 – Ireland’s Biological Farming Conference

Adare, Co. Limerick

National Organic Training Skillnet are delighted to confirm that BioFarm is back! Now in it’s sixth year, Ireland’s Biological Farming Conference is returning to it’s classic 2-day in-person format, and will take place in Adare, Co Limerick, on Tuesday November 7th and Wednesday November 8th 2023. The event will host the usual high-level mix of […]

Farming for Nature walk with Eoghan Daltun

Co. Cork

Onsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassador Eoghan Daltun – “Restoring a native Atlantic Rainforest.” Buy tickets here

NOTS, 3LM & The Savory Institute – Holistic Management Fundamentals

Co. Sligo

NOTS are delighted to partner with 3LM & The Savory Institute to provide in-person Holistic Management Fundamentals training in Ireland in the latter part of 2023. Taking place on the farm of Clive Bright, this 3-day Fundamentals course takes place from Monday 13th – Wednesday 15th November in Ballymore, Co Sligo. In this course, you […]

Ballymaloe Farm School: Planting and Caring for An Orchard

Ballymaloe Farm, Cork

Presenter: Chris Troy Course Intro: Planting and caring for an orchard is easier than you might think and a great way to convert an area of ground to something more productive, bio diverse and lovely to look at. Our course tutor Chris Troy is a TEAGSC trained commercial horticulturist with over 40 years practical experience of […]

Information evening about the Old Irish Goats on Howth

Howth, Dublin

We are delighted to invite you to an information evening about the Old Irish Goats on Howth on the 14th of November at 7 pm @ Howth Yacht Club.   Dubbed "the Goats That Fight Fire", Melissa Jeuken will share her perspective on this pioneering endeavour which reintroduced the Old Irish Goat to Howth Head after a […]

International Agroforestry Conference

Bantry, Co. Cork

International Agroforestry Conference Farmer-led Climate Adaptation and Mitigation. Why and how trees on farms can help! Thursday 16th + Friday 17th November 2023, Westlodge Hotel, Bantry, Co.Cork   Further info & tickets available here  

Ballymaloe Farm School: Growing Healthy Vegetables in Healthy Soil

Ballymaloe Farm, Cork

Presenter: Klaus Laitenberger Course Intro: We are passionate about soil health and know that the nutritional quality of the food we produce is wholly dependent on the quality of the soil in which it grows. The degradation of soil across the globe is of serious concern and as a major contributor to our climate and health […]

Ballymaloe Farm School: Winter Pruning with Elizabeth O’Connell

Ballymaloe Farm, Cork

Course Intro: With trees and shrubs dormant during the winter and spring, now’s the time to take the mystery out of pruning and spend half a day learning alongside Elizabeth O’Connell, Garden Designer, Consultant and Therapeutic Horticulture Practitioner. If you’re wondering how late in the year can you prune, should you prune every year, how far […]

Farming for Nature Northern Ireland: Ambassadors Awards Ceremony

The Jungle, 60 Desertmartin Road Moneymore BT45 7RB United Kingdom

                      Meet our six new Farming for Nature Ambassadors who are being awarded for working towards a whole-farm approach to farming with nature. Hear their inspiring stories in a panel discussion and enjoy local, seasonal and sustainably produced food and nature-inspired cocktails. Our Farming Ambassadors: […]

Hedgerows Ireland: Introduction to Hedge Laying

Ballyvorisheen West, Co. Cork

Introduction to Hedge Laying – Ballyvorisheen West, Co. Cork Course: Introduction to Hedge Laying Trainer: Steve Bass Location: Ballyvorisheen West, Co. Cork Hedge laying is an ancient skill, involving a rejuvenative process that keeps the hedgerow young and vigorous indefinitely. It is considered the optimum form of management for our native hedgerows and it is hard to overstate its value in […]

Hedgerows Ireland: Introduction To Hedge Laying

Ballyvorisheen West, Co. Cork

Introduction To Hedge Laying – Ballyvorisheen West, Co. Cork Course: Introduction to Hedge Laying Trainer: Steve Bass Location: Ballyvorisheen West, Co. Cork Hedge laying is an ancient skill, involving a rejuvenative process that keeps the hedgerow young and vigorous indefinitely. It is considered the optimum form of management for our native hedgerows and it is hard to overstate its value in preserving […]

Farming for Nature Ask the Farmer Q&A Session with James Gilmartin

Online event

Ask the Farmer Q&A Session with James Gilmartin - Farming Progressively to the Land's Natural Capacity on the 12th December at 8pm.  Please register here James Gilmartin is a 7th generation farmer, who farms alongside his father in North County Leitrim. James runs a mixed organic farm. He keeps a suckler herd and a small herd of Dexters, as […]

NOTS – Organic Farming Principles (Cork)

More info and booking here Learn what’s involved in converting to organic farming with our 2-weekend course in Organic Farming Principles. Taught by ACA Organic Specialist Mary Lynch, this practical organic course is QQI Level 5 certified, and is accepted to gain access onto the Organic Farming Scheme. The course will run in Kilmurry GAA […]

NOTS: Organic Farming Principles (Galway)

More info and booking here Learn what’s involved in converting to organic farming with our 2-weekend course in Organic Farming Principles. Taught by legendary organic grower and author Klaus Laitenberger, this practical organic course is QQI Level 5 certified, and is accepted to gain access onto the Organic Farming Scheme. The course will run in […]

NOTS Organic Farming Principles (Leitrim )

More info and booking here Learn what’s involved in converting to organic farming with this 4-day / 2-weekend course in Organic Production Principles. Taught by Andrew Chilton, the practical organic course is QQI Level 5 certified, and is accepted to gain access onto the Organic Farming Scheme. The course will run in the Drumshanbo Enterprise […]

Hedgerows Ireland: Introduction to Hedge Laying

Monageer, Co. Wexford

Introduction to Hedge Laying – Monageer, Co. Wexford Course: Introduction to Hedge Laying Trainer: Eoin Donnelly Location: Monageer, Co. Wexford Hedge laying is an ancient skill, involving a rejuvenative process that keeps the hedgerow young and vigorous indefinitely. It is considered the optimum form of management for our native hedgerows and it is hard to overstate its value in preserving habitats […]

NOTS: Organic Market Gardening 2024 – with Jim Cronin

More info and booking here Taught by legendary horticultural expert Jim Cronin, this QQI Level 5 course will equip participants with the knowledge and work methods of how to set up, cultivate and finance a plot, polytunnel, or field for supplying a farmer’s market, restaurant or a box scheme with vegetables and herbs throughout the […]

FFN: Planting a Whitethorn Hedge with Jim Cronin

Bridgetown, Killaloe, Co. Clare

Planting a Whitethorn Hedge with Jim Cronin What: The course will cover: Sourcing the plants Assessing your site Soil fertility Weed control Planting and pruning Aftercare of the hedge When: Wednesday 7th of February 2024, 10 am to 3.30 pm. Includes refreshments but bring your own lunch Where: Bridgetown, Killaloe, Co. Clare. Price: €80 (places limited to 20 people, […]

Farming For Nature Northern Ireland: Meet Our Ambassadors

BT4 1HE Boundary Brewing, Portview Trade Centre, Belfast, United Kingdom

  Join us as we introduce six new 'Farming for Nature Ambassadors' who have embraced innovative practices that balance agriculture with nature. There will be a chance to view footage showcasing their farms, where a commitment to environmental stewardship takes centre stage. Then hear from the ambassadors, who are exploring firsthand the effectiveness of farming […]

NOTS – Organic Farming Principles

Multiple Dates & Venues Feb - Tipperary March - Cavan, Leitrim, Kerry, Westmeath, Carlow, Roscommon, Mayo April - Sligo Learn what’s involved in converting to organic farming with this 4-day […]

€200

Hedgerows Ireland: Introduction to Hedge Laying

Monageer, Co. Wexford

Introduction to Hedge Laying – Monageer, Co. Wexford Course: Introduction to Hedge Laying Trainer: Eoin Donnelly Location: Monageer, Co. Wexford Hedge laying is an ancient skill, involving a rejuvenative process that keeps the hedgerow young and vigorous indefinitely. It is considered the optimum form of management for our native hedgerows and it is hard to overstate its value in preserving habitats […]

Food Resource Efficiency Decision support Workshop

MTU researchers are currently involved in a collaboration with UCD and FoodCloud on SFI-funded research, "Food Resource Efficiency Decision support" (FRED) project, looking at preventing food waste and strengthening sustainability from a whole food supply chain "farm to fork" perspective. They are running two workshops at MTU Kerry (Tralee)  that will support farmers and the […]

Seed Swap at Brown Envelope Seeds

Bring, swap, show, tell and sell your seeds with the Brown Envelope Gang and local growers at Adagh Farm. A Free event Tea and Treats and farm tour. More info here 

Free

The Polytunnel Gardener

Bring the South of France to West Cork, and grow organic fruit & vegetables all year round! Growing in the Poly Tunnel at Brown Envelope Seeds, workshop led by Susanne […]

€50

Agroforestry Walk, Headford Co. Galway

This silvopastoral system was planted in 2020 under the afforestation programme agroforestry grant Forest Type 8 option. The overall area of this plot is 2.86 ha and trees were planted at a density of 400 trees per hectare. It was planted using 60% Pedunculate oak and 40% additional broadleaves – Downy birch, Cherry, Hazel, English […]

The Quickening Exhibition featuring Farming For Nature Ambassadors

Douglas Hyde Gallery The Douglas Hyde Gallery of Contemporary Art Trinity College Dublin Dublin 2

The Douglas Hyde Gallery of Contemporary Art announces The Quickening, a powerful new artwork by ground-breaking artist Deirdre O’Mahony. Bringing together urgent conversations, original music and moving image, The Quickening responds to issues facing farming, food production and consumption, in the face of present ecological and climate crises. A nationwide project, the culmination of over three years of research, […]

National Workshop – Regenerative Agriculture in Ireland

Midleton Cork

A unique opportunity for researchers, farmers, educators and support agencies to network, learn and discuss Regenerative Agriculture This workshop will offer a unique opportunity for researchers, farmers, educators, and support agencies to network, learn and discuss Regenerative Agriculture along with our REGINA Erasmus+ European partners from Hungary, Italy, Slovenia and Greece. With guest speakers from […]

FREE

Online Q&A with Farming for Nature Ambassadors Justina & Liam Gavin

Our next Farmer Q&A 𝐑𝐮𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐅𝐢𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐤 𝐅𝐚𝐫𝐦 is with Justina and Liam Gavin of Drumanilra Organic Farm and Farm Kitchens . This free Q&A takes place on Tuesday, April 9 at 8pm as part of our monthly series with Farming for Nature Ambassadors Register your place - here  Justina and Liam Gavin […]

Organic Agroforestry Farm Walk, Co. Laois

John Mc Hugh’s dairy and tillage farm consists of 230 acres. He has been farming organically since 2015. He practises holistic grazing and incorporates the principles of permaculture and agroforestry. Fruit and nut trees are being used to line access roadways and pastures are allowed to flower and seed to promote more diversity on the […]

NOTS: 4-day Biological & Regenerative Agriculture Masterclass with Dan Kittredge

Principles of Biological Agriculture with Dan Kittredge NOTS are delighted to confirm that Dan Kittredge, founder of the Bionutrient Food Association, for an in-depth, 4-day masterclass in the Principles of Biological Agriculture Systems. Starting from the principle that nature has been growing healthy plants and animals for hundreds of millions of years we discuss how […]

€400

Festival of Farmland Biodiversity Events

Throughout May 2024, The National Biodiversity Data Centre will be celebrating the value of the native species-rich hedgerows network that crisscross the Irish landscape. Events include a Future Farm walk on Wednesday 15 May, 11am. On the farm of Shay Ryan, New Ross, Co Wexford. In partnership with Wexford County Council’s Climate Action Week, Teagasc […]

Future Farm Walk

In partnership with Wexford County Council’s Climate Action Week, Teagasc Signpost Programme, and Tirlian Future Farm Programme. Wednesday 15 May, 11am. On the farm of Shay Ryan, New Ross, Co Wexford. See what measures farms can take relating to climate, water quality and biodiversity. Our Farmland Pollinator Officer will be at the farm walk with […]

Agroforestry Farm Walk on Moyhill Farm

Organic Farm Walk Moyhill Farm Agroforestry Farm Walk Moy Hill Farm Lackamore, Lahinch, Co. Clare Thursday 16th May 2024 2 - 4 pm Moy Hill farm is a 65 acre mixed regenerative farm on the west coast of Ireland. It is being run by Sally and Fergal Smith. They have incorporated well over 20,000 trees […]

Agroforestry Open Weekend

Agroforestry Open Weekend Friday 17 – Monday 20 May 2024 Broughgammon Farm 50 Straid Road Ballycastle Antrim BT54 6NP     FACILITIES/REFRESHMENTS  Farm, shop & café open: Fri-Sun 11am-4pm PARKING/ACCESS DOGS: On Leads DISABILITY ACCESS: Concrete Yard, Stone Laneways, Disabled Bathroom MORE INFORMATION? [email protected] www.broughgammon.com @broughgammonfrm Kilowna Farm 108 Whitechurch Road,  Ballywalter, Co Down.  Northern Ireland […]

NOTS: Green Manures & Cover Crops Masterclass with Jim Cronin

Join iconic organic market gardener Jim Cronin for a 2-day Masterclass in Green Manures & Cover Crops on his farm in Co Clare in 2024. Green manures are the “The Underestimated Green Revolution“, and this course will cover the key topics and techniques around green manures and cover crop establishment. You will cover the different […]

€100

Ground Rules – Regenerative Agriculture Seminar

Talks from Regenerative Farmers (Dairy, Mixed, Tillage) & Soil Experts. Discussing ways to improve soil, reduce imputs = more profitable farms. Friday, May 31 · 9:30am - 4:30pm, Riverside Park Hotel & Leisure Club, The Promenade Y21 T2F4 Enniscorthy Register here    

FFN: Prioritising Biodiversity as a Key Part of a Successful Stud Farm

Farming for Nature Ambassador Series Farm Walk May 31 - Prioritising Biodiversity as a Key Part of a Successful Stud Farm The Farming for Nature farm walks are an opportunity for our Ambassadors to showcase their contribution to nature and good farming practices on their land. Mariann runs a stud farm in Swordlestown Little, County […]

FFN: The Many Ways to Help Nature on a Productive Beef Farm

Farming for Nature Ambassador Series Farm Walk June 7 - The Many Ways to Help Nature on a Productive Beef Farm The Farming for Nature farm walks are an opportunity for our Ambassadors to showcase their contribution to nature and good farming practices on their land. Anthony Mooney from county Kildare runs a 200-acre beef […]

FFN: Input Free and Output High – Reaping the Rewards of Korean Natural Farming

Farming for Nature Ambassador Series Farm Walk Input Free and Output High – Reaping the Rewards of Korean Natural Farming The Farming for Nature farm walks are an opportunity our Ambassadors to showcase their contribution to nature and good farming practices on their land. Thomas Stack is a dairy farmer from Co. Limerick. Having taken […]

NOTS: Weed Control, Pests & Diseases with Jim Cronin

Learn the ins and outs of weeds, pests and diseases in an organic holding with iconic market gardener Jim Cronin on his farm in Co Clare in 2024. Taking place across two days in June and July, this is a new and exclusive course with one of the country’s most respected growers. The course will […]

FFN – Technically Efficient Dairy Farming with Room for Nature

Farming for Nature Ambassador Series Farm Walk June 15 - Technically Efficient Dairy Farming with Room for Nature The Farming for Nature farm walks are an opportunity for our Ambassadors to showcase their contribution to nature and good farming practices on their land. David Kerr is a commercial dairy farmer from Ballyfin Co Laois. The […]

Organic Farm Walk on Manna Organic Farm

Manna Organic farm is a mixed farm on 25 acres on the Dingle Peninsula. Trees and the principles of Agroforestry have played a big role in the establishment of the farm over the past 15 years. What started out as fields of Ryegrass is now a well established ecosystem where vegetables are grown on 4 […]

NOTS – Korean Natural Farming Training with Chris Trump

Ballyagran, Co.Limerick Ballyagran, Limerick

NOTS are delighted to be part-funding a 5-day Korean Natural Farming intensive training course in Ireland in summer 2024. Taught by Natural Farming pioneer Chris Trump alongside host farmer Tom Stack, this will be a 5-day intensive training programme in person in south Limerick. The course will take place on-site on the farm of Tom […]

€600

FFN – Managing Cattle for Wildfire Prevention and Protecting Diverse Habitats

Farming for Nature Ambassador Series Farm Walk June 29 - Managing Cattle for Wildfire Prevention and Protecting Diverse Habitats The Farming for Nature farm walks are an opportunity for our Ambassadors to showcase their contribution to nature and good farming practices on their land. Gerard is a part-time farmer who runs a 22ha farm near […]

FFN – Rejuvenating Old Hedgerows and Encouraging Biodiversity with Continuous Cover Forestry on a Suckler Enterprise

Farming for Nature Ambassador Series Farm Walk June 30 - Rejuvenating Old Hedgerows and Encouraging Biodiversity with Continuous Cover Forestry on a Suckler Enterprise The Farming for Nature (FFN) farm walks are an opportunity for FFN Ambassadors to showcase their contribution to nature and good farming practices on their land. James Ham and his wife […]

BASE Ireland – Soil Dependence Day

Maynooth Maynooth, Kildare

Join Biodiversity, Agriculture, Soil & Environment (BASE) Ireland for a day of practical learnings about Regenerative Agriculture in Ireland.   More details to follow.

FFN – The Value of Dung Beetles in Sheep Production

Farming for Nature Ambassador Series Farm Walk July 20 - The Value of Dung Beetles in Sheep Production The Farming for Nature farm walks are an opportunity for our Ambassadors to showcase their contribution to nature and good farming practices on their land. Suzanna’s farm's species-rich meadows and pastures, woodlands, parkland, and numerous stand-alone mature […]

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