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, […]
Meet our six new Farming for Nature Ambassadors who are being awarded for working towards a whole-farm approach to […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Farm Walk: Agriculture in the Nature Restoration Law When: 10-1pm on Saturday 16th December Where: Cooltrim South, Co. Kildare – near Donadea Forest Park. Eircode will be shared with registered attendees. With […]
Ask the Farmer Q&A Session with Bruce Thompson – Dung beetles and other actions for biodiversity on a dairy farm - on the 9th January at 8pm. More information on Bruce’s […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 / 2-weekend course in Organic Farming Principles. This practical organic course is QQI Level 5 certified, and is accepted to gain access onto the Organic […]
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 […]
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 […]
Our next instalment in our monthly Ask the Farmer Q&A Series will take place on March 12 at 8pm. 'Running an Intensive Dairy Farm with Space for Nature' David Kerr is a commercial dairy farmer from Ballyfin Co Laois. The 70-ha farm is comprised of mixed land ranging from good grassland to wet heavy land […]
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
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 O'Shaughnessy from the Brown Envelope gang. 11-3pm on March 24 Suitable for all levels of experience. Tea and Treats provided! Farm Tour. The cost is […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
Our next Farmer Q&A ???????????????????????????? ???? ???????????????????? ???????? ???????????????? ???????????????? 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 […]
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 […]
Join legendary market gardener Jim Cronin for a 2-day Masterclass in Looking at Your Land with New Eyes – looking at grassland management for smallholders & new entrants on his farm in Co Clare in 2024. All land has potential – and in this course, we will learn how to observe your land and farm. […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Farming for Nature Ambassador Series Farm Walk June 1st - Improving Soil Fertility and Reducing the Parasite Burden Using Dung Beetles on an Intensive Dairy Farm The Farming for Nature […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Gearoid Maher farms 80 hectares in Co.Limerick. He has a dairy herd of purebred friesians, milking 80 cows in total. The animals graze from mid-March to the end of October. […]
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 […]
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 […]
Farming for Nature Ambassador Series Farm Walk June 23 - Turning a Hay Barn into a Creamery – Producing Award-Winning Raw Milk Goats Cheese The Farming for Nature farm walks […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Join Biodiversity, Agriculture, Soil & Environment (BASE) Ireland for a day of practical learnings about Regenerative Agriculture in Ireland. More details to follow.
Farming for Nature Ambassador Series Farm Walk July 6 - Alpaca Farming and Biodiversity - Thinking Diversity of Species as well as Income Streams The Farming for Nature farm walks […]
Farming for Nature Ambassador Series Farm Walk July 13 - Ecologically, Socially and Financially Stable – A Holistic, Regenerative Approach to Farming The Farming for Nature farm walks are an […]
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 […]
Join experienced salad growers Jim Cronin and Rory Magorrian for an in-depth, 1-day organic salad growing masterclass in Co Clare. Salad leaf production is lucrative as a crop, is sought […]
Organic Agroforestry Walk with Andrew ChiltonThe Chilton family has a mixed farming enterprise in Co Roscommon. Their careful management has turned what was once a field of rushes into a […]
ChangeMakers Donegal and Siolta Croi are showing the film 'Six Inches of Soil' at the Disappear Here Film Club in Clonmany, Co Donegal on Friday 9 August.Six Inches of Soil […]
Farming for Nature Ambassador Series Farm Walk August 10 - Produced in Roscommon, Sold in Roscommon – Organic Mixed Farming & Supplying your own Restaurant Chain The Farming for Nature […]
Farming for Nature Ambassador Stephen Morrison will be speaking at a panel at Naturefest on Sunday 18th August.A family-friendly festival filled with exploration, expert panels and hands-on learning! Unlock the wonder […]
Farming for Nature Ambassador Series Farm Walk August 17 - Ecological Diversity on a 145-acre Market Garden, Orchard and Beef Farm The Farming for Nature farm walks are an opportunity […]
Join us for an intensive, hands-on day of how and why saving seed is important. Led by internationally renowned seed saver Madeline McKeever of Brown Envelope Seeds, the course will […]
To celebrate National Heritage Week, Ecologist Sean O'Farrell will give a talk on the Benefits of Biodiversity on the Farm at Scarriff GAA Hall (Eircode: V94 CA47) at 7pm on […]
As part of Heritage Week, Tracton Biodiversity Group are holding their Natural Heritage Weekend on the 23rd-25th August.
Farming for Nature Ambassador Series Farm Walk August 24 - From Wheatgrass to Organic Pork – Abundance from Marginal Land When Farming for Nature The Farming for Nature farm walks […]
Field Exchange is all about bringing people together to support creative approaches to sustainable agriculture and addressing climate change - a dynamic initiative designed to enhance the dialogue between agriculture and […]
A two day event in Kylemore Abbey, Co. Galway that will bring together environmental NGOs charities, professionals, local community groups and members of the public. With talks on ground nesting […]
NOTS are delighted to be partnering with the Irish Agroforestry Forum to offer funding toward a new 3-day course “Introduction to Agroforestry” taking place in multiple locations in August and […]
NI’s First Regenerative Agriculture FestivalDiscover how you can improve your farm's profitability, sustainability and make it more resilient to our ever-changing weather patterns.At Fields Good, you will learn how to:????Improve […]
Farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassador Pen Saugnier. 'A productive mixed-stock farm working with nature'. The Farming for Nature (FFN) farm walks are an […]
Farming for Nature Ambassador Series Farm Walk Sept 21 - Farming for the Head, Heart and the Pocket – Regenerative Systems for Sustainable Farming The Farming for Nature farm walks […]
Farming for Nature Ambassadors Andrew Bergin, Kate Egan and Bruce Thompson will be in conversation with Network & Outreach Officer Sarah Coonan about the realities of farming and food production […]
'Managing the Wicklow Uplands for conservation' with Michael Keegan. Michael Keegan is a sheep farm and manages a biodiversity estate in county Wicklow. Michael has made a move from intensive […]
We are delighted to announce the Woodlands of Ireland Conference 2024, taking place from Tuesday, October 1st, to Thursday, October 3rd, 2024, based at the International Scouting Centre, Castle Saunderson, Co. […]
On Friday 4th October, we will hold a hedgerow conference at the Keadeen Hotel, Newbridge, Co. Kildare. It will feature talks and panel discussions on the topic of "Hedgerows Winning Climate […]
Featuring Farming for Nature Ambassador Bruce Thompson as speaker.Join us for an evening of inspirational speakers, art, culture, cocktails and more. Curated in partnership with Laois County Council as part […]
We are have a series of webinars in the lead up to the Burren Winterage Weekend called the Winterage Webinar Week. Link here https://bit.ly/WinterageWebWeek
Farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassador Tom Tierney. 'No-Till And Conservation Agriculture with room for nature and forestry'. The Farming for Nature (FFN) farm […]
Fri 25th to Sun 27th October 2024, the Burren The Burren Winterage Weekend is a celebration of the Burren's farming tradition of Winterage. Enjoy a wide range of farming, heritage, […]
The Annual Farming For Nature Gathering. Tickets are now on sale here https://bit.ly/FFNGathering2024
National Organic Training Skillnet are delighted to confirm that BioFarm is back! Now in it’s seventh year, Ireland’s Biological Farming Conference is returning to it’s classic 2-day in-person format, and […]
Reserve a ticket so we know you're coming!About the book:The Farming For Nature Handbook was inspired by the regular requests we received here at Farming For Nature from people wanting […]
The book is being launched on the 29th of November at Charlie Byrne's Bookshop, Co. Galway Reserve a ticket so we know you're coming!About the book:The Farming For Nature Handbook was […]
Rena Blake and Lisa Fingleton run the Barna Way, an 8-hectare eco-social farm near Ballybunion, Co. Kerry. Lisa and Rena say that the traditional way of farming isn’t necessarily working […]
Our partner organisation Farming for Nature Austria is running a series of Kitchen Table Talks with Irish, Austrian and Lithuanian Farming for Nature Ambassadors over 6 nights13th January: No-till farming […]
Tom & Michael keep heritage native breeds on their respective dairy and beef farms. They carefully manage their livestock to protect the unique habitats and flora that grow there on […]
NOTS are delighted to be partnering with South East Technological University (SETU) to offer funding toward the MSc in Organic and Biological Agriculture and its’ individual modules, which is having […]
Various locations: check out nots.ie for more detailsLearn what’s involved in converting to organic farming with this 4-day / 2-weekend course in Organic Production Principles. The practical organic course is […]
New Ambassadors Seán Kennedy & Rob Kennedy of Knocknarea Farm will be chatting to Brigid about their regenerative farm in Strandhill, Co. Sligo.On their 20 hectare holding, the pair finish […]
Join Us for the Regenerative Agriculture project– Farming in Ulster!We invite you to our Regenerative Agriculture Event starting on March 8th, 2025—an exciting opportunity to learn, engage, and experience first hand the potential […]
Sheep farming isn't easy. How do you get the most of it without sacrificing nature? Colum Ginnelly is maximising his returns both for nature and financially through participation in the […]
Dan Saladino’s Eating to Extinction, The World’s Rarest Foods and Why We Need to Save Them, involved 10 years of travel and research, exploring the plight of unique food diversity […]
We are inviting farmers, landowners, or other agribusiness stakeholders to the launch of the SOILCRATES Living Lab at the Deebert House Hotel in Kilmallock on April 8th at 8 p.m. Attendees will learn how they […]
Learn what’s involved in converting to organic farming with this 50-hour / 2 weekend course. Course must be completed by 1st of October 2025 to ensure OFS Payments. The course is […]
Ken Gill is an organic beef and tillage farmer near Edenderry Co. Offaly. He keeps around 60-70 suckler cows and finishes animals at 2 years, which are all completely grass-fed. […]
