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SUMMARY:Grow Your Farm Business With Forestry (Multiple Dates\, Locations)
DESCRIPTION:Wealth\, Wellbeing & the Wonder of Woodlands Events happening over the Autumn/Winter in  \n\n\n\nCastlebar \n\n\n\nCavan \n\n\n\nLetterkenny \n\n\n\nRoscommon \n\n\n\nSligo \n\n\n\nTipperary  \n\n\n\nTullamore \n\n\n\nWicklow \n\n\n\nFollow QR code below to register for any/all events
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SUMMARY:Irish Agroforestry Forum Conference 2025
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about how agroforestry can shape the future of farming on the island of Ireland? \n\n\n\nThe upcoming Agroforestry Conference will bring together farmers\, experts\, and innovators to explore the agricultural components of agroforestry systems—from management and design to business models and long-term potential. \n\n\n\nHear directly from leading experts – researchers and farmers who are making agroforestry work on the ground. \n\n\n\nLearn about agroforestry as part of the farm enterprise\, added revenue opportunities and practical examples of profitable systems. \n\n\n\nHow trees on farms can enhance productivity\, biodiversity\, and resilience. \n\n\n\nThis is a must-attend event for farmers\, landowners\, researchers\, and anyone interested in the future of farming for resilience on the island of Ireland. \n\n\n\nRegister here: https://www.irishagroforestry.ie/agroforestryconference \n\n\n\nMore announcements on speakers in the coming weeks. \n\n\n\nThe conference is in collaboration with Teagasc and the AF4EU project and is supported by forestry promotion funding provided by the Department of Agriculture\, Food and the Marine.
URL:https://www.farmingfornature.ie/events-calendar-event/irish-agroforestry-forum-conference-2025/
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SUMMARY:'Can Farming Thrive in A Protected Landscape' Ask The Farmer Online Q&A
DESCRIPTION:Tony Grogan farms 22 hectares in the Glen of Aherlow\, Co. Tipperary\, rearing a purebred Aberdeen Angus suckler herd under a fully organic system since 2015.  \n\n\n\nWith the River Aherlow\, a Special Area of Conservation (SAC) for freshwater pearl mussels\, bordering his land\, Tony manages the farm with precision and care\, adapting his methods to suit the landscape\, from hilly terrain to river plain. Instead of spreading slurry\, Tony composts and carefully covers his farmyard manure\, preserving its value and avoiding nutrient loss. He then spreads it strategically\, using weekly grass measurement data to guide where it’s needed most. This targeted approach not only protects water quality but supports a healthier soil ecosystem without excess input.  \n\n\n\nTony has embraced a long rotation grazing system\, working with what the land naturally supports: “What’s grown in my field is what’s suitable for it.” This hands-off\, observation-based approach has encouraged the return of native plants like lady’s smock\, red clover\, self-heal\, and mint. The restored swards support a more diverse insect and soil life and it’s had an impact on herd health too. With low parasite loads confirmed by faecal egg counts\, Tony rarely needs to dose his animals\, allowing him to maintain organic compliance without compromise.
URL:https://www.farmingfornature.ie/events-calendar-event/can-farming-thrive-in-a-protected-landscape-ask-the-farmer-online-qa/
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SUMMARY:Ask the Farmer Q&A 'What is conservation grazing and what are the benefits for commonage?'
DESCRIPTION:Seánie O’Baoill is a runs a traditional sheep and cattle farm near An Fál Carrach in the Donegal Gaeltacht. He rears 150 Mayo and Connemara ewes and 8 Belted Galloway cows across upland commonage\, coastal lowlands\, and on Toraigh Island. He has been a phenomenal local leader advocating for proper upland management be added to the green cert and a key figure in helping the results-based Corncrake LIFE project increase the populations of the endangered bird by 35%. He recently was instrumental in bringing an EIP project to the area that focuses on helping farmers on commonage manage it better for nature and for the longevity of upland farming.
URL:https://www.farmingfornature.ie/events-calendar-event/ask-the-farmer-qa-what-is-conservation-grazing-and-what-are-the-benefits-for-commonage/
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SUMMARY:Ask the Farmer Online Q&A ‘How To Work an Intensive Dairy Farm and Create a Haven for Biodiversity’
DESCRIPTION:In the heart of County Wexford\, not far from the town of Gorey\, Alan and Cheryl Poole are redefining what it means to be an Irish dairy farmer. Along with their three children\, they run a conventional but nature-conscious dairy system\, milking 72 cows across 103 acres. While their system is intensive and high-performing\, over 20% of their farm is dedicated to nature and biodiversity. “We can do intensive and give space for nature\,” says Alan\, whose background in ecology has deeply influenced how the family approaches farming. Their herd\, made up of high-EBI cows\, delivers high milk solids and maintains a low somatic cell count—ensuring both productivity and animal health. But the Pooles are clear: their focus isn’t only on production. It’s about farming with a conscience.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThe Q&A is supported by the NPWS and DAFM.
URL:https://www.farmingfornature.ie/events-calendar-event/ask-the-farmer-online-qa-how-to-work-an-intensive-dairy-farm-and-create-a-haven-for-biodiversity/
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Small-Scale Dairy Farming\, Cheese-Making & More - Course with Síolta Chroí
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Síolta Chroí and explore regenerative small-scale dairy production\, cheese-making\, and more with Gyspy from Leitrim Hill Creamery.
URL:https://www.farmingfornature.ie/events-calendar-event/introduction-to-small-scale-dairy-farming-cheese-making-more-course-with-siolta-chroi/
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SUMMARY:'Ask the Farmer' Online Q&A - 'Making a Living on 3 Acres and Producing Nutrient Dense Food’
DESCRIPTION:Janet and Jenny began farming together in 2016 on a 3-acre organic hillside farm. Inspired by mentor Rory McGorian\, they focused on high-value crops like salads and leafy greens\, initially selling to local supermarkets and restaurants\, and now manage over 1.5 acres of outdoor production beds while also planting thousands of trees. \n\n\n\nIn 2019\, they transitioned to a no-dig approach inspired by Jean Martin\, refining their methods to maximize soil fertility using pony manure and waste materials\, producing 80% of their own nutrients. They have maintained the farm as their primary income for nearly ten years and recently planted a syntropic agroforest. Their future plans include expanding orchards and hedgerows\, opening a farm shop\, and offering courses. Observing a significant return of wildlife\, they emphasize that “nature is front and centre in everything we do.”
URL:https://www.farmingfornature.ie/events-calendar-event/ask-the-farmer-online-qa-making-a-living-on-3-acres-and-producing-nutrient-dense-food/
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SUMMARY:Create a Syntropic Agroforestry System - Course With Síolta Chroí
DESCRIPTION:Join us at Barry Connolly’s farm\, Wattlebridge\, Fermanagh to learn how to create a new syntropic agroforestry bed from scratch.\, prune a bed planted a year ago and use the prunings to plant the new bed!
URL:https://www.farmingfornature.ie/events-calendar-event/create-a-syntropic-agroforestry-system-course-with-siolta-chroi/
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SUMMARY:Webinar: Introduction to Mushroom Cultivation for Beginners - With Síolta Chroí
DESCRIPTION:Join Joanne Fullerton (@mycocraic) for an online session designed to demystify mushroom cultivation for those wanting to take their first steps towards growing different types of mushrooms at home. Zoom link will be provided a few days before the event.
URL:https://www.farmingfornature.ie/events-calendar-event/webinar-introduction-to-mushroom-cultivation-for-beginners-with-siolta-chroi/
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SUMMARY:6 week Regenerative Agriculture Course with Síola Chroí
DESCRIPTION:Facilitator Panel – 6 week Regenerative Agriculture Course \n\n\n\n\nApply Here\n\n\n\n\nSíolta Chroí have developed a 6-week Introduction to Regenerative Agriculture course. Over the past number of years the programme has been highly successful\, bringing more farmers into the conversation around regenerative agriculture and supporting the transition towards more resilient farming systems. \n\n\n\nBuilding on this success\, Síolta Chroí now aims to deliver the course in locations across Ireland. \n\n\n\nTo support this expansion\, we are creating a panel of facilitators who will be available to deliver the programme in different regions. \n\n\n\nAbout the Course \n\n\n\nThe 6-week course explores key topics including: \n\n\n\n\nWhat is Regenerative Agriculture\n\n\n\nSoil Health & Biology\n\n\n\nWater Management\n\n\n\nAgroforestry\n\n\n\nDirect Selling & Farm Viability\n\n\n\nIntegration into Farm Goal Setting & Holistic Management\n\n\n\n\nThe course is delivered using non-formal education methodologies\, with a strong emphasis on dialogue\, peer learning\, and farmer experience. (Training in these facilitation methods will be provided to selected candidates). \n\n\n\nWe are seeking individuals who: \n\n\n\n\nHave knowledge and experience in regenerative agriculture\n\n\n\nAre comfortable facilitating group learning and discussions\n\n\n\nWho are good clear communicators\n\n\n\nHave experience working with farmers or rural communities\n\n\n\nAre interested and passionate in supporting the spread of regenerative practices across Ireland\n\n\n\n\nPanel Information \n\n\n\nSuccessful applicants will be placed on a facilitator panel from which facilitators will be selected as courses are scheduled in different regions. \n\n\n\nPlease note that placement on the panel does not guarantee work\, but provides the opportunity to be considered for facilitation as programmes are organised. \n\n\n\nDeadline for applications 13th April 2026
URL:https://www.farmingfornature.ie/events-calendar-event/6-week-regenerative-agriculture-course-with-siola-chroi/
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SUMMARY:Graft Your Own Orchard - Course With Síolta Chroí
DESCRIPTION:Join our Fruitnut Matthew McEvoy to gain the understanding of principles and practical skills to graft your own orchard\, on any scale. This workshop will focus on apple trees and is suitable for beginners and those more experienced!
URL:https://www.farmingfornature.ie/events-calendar-event/graft-your-own-orchard-course-at-siolta-chroi/
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SUMMARY:Farming for Nature Festival 2026
DESCRIPTION:Click here for tickets \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWe are thrilled to announce that the inaugural Farming for Nature Festival (FFN) is taking place at Ballykilcavan Farm & Brewery\, Stradbally\, Co. Laois on the 22nd and 23rd June 2026. \n\n\n\nThis farmer-led gathering aims to provide a space for farmers to learn\, connect\, share knowledge\, and explore practical\, nature-based approaches to farming. The focus will be on real stories from farmers – the successes and the challenges and show how good food begins with good farming. By involving a wide network of partners\, we want to inspire change and grow the movement of farmers and producers working with nature. \n\n\n\nHead over to our website for all of the festival info including tickets\, accommodation options and line up of events. Keep an eye on our social media over the coming months for festival updates. \n\n\n\nThe festival is led by Farming for Nature\, a national farmer network established by Burrenbeo Trust. Core partners BASE Ireland and National Organic Training Skillnet play a central role in shaping a programme that is practical\, relevant and solutions focused. \n\n\n\nThe Farming for Nature Festival 2026 is supported by Shared Island Civic Society Fund\, Lifes 2 Good Foundation\, National Parks and Wildlife Service and Dept of Agriculture\, Food and Marine.
URL:https://www.farmingfornature.ie/events-calendar-event/farming-for-nature-festival-2026/
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