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 […]

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. […]

In recent years, Jack Browne has planted rows of trees into his tillage ground. This is known as a silvo-arable or agroforestry system.  The rows of trees are planted far enough […]

 Thomas and Claire use permaculture, agro-ecological and organic methods to make their farm thrive. Thomas' innovative one-of-a kind chicken house got 61k views on Tiktok. This and many other ingenious farming […]

Ken's farm was struggling before converting to organics in 2013.  Using an autumn-calving system and a effective rotation on his beef and tillage farm, he has turned things around. Find […]

Bryan & Gail will be taking part in an online webinar for Farming for Nature Kilkenny Dairy Farmers Who Took Stand Against Soy and Palm Based Feed Imports - New […]

Tom Stack is an innovative dairy farmer in Co. Limerick. In just a year and a half, Korean Natural Farming transformed his farm.  Find out how.  For more information about […]

As part of two DAFM-funded projects we are organising a Future Grasslands Training Workshop at UCC on 30thMay 2025, 1-4pm at the UCC School of Biological, Earth & Environmental Sciences […]

Jack is a 3rd generation farmer in Co. Carlow. He is a young tillage farmer who has incorporated agroforestry and permaculture design into his near 40 hectare (100 ac) farm. […]

Join the Bean Revolution! Discover innovative ideas that challenge today’s food system and explore how humble beans can lead the way toward sustainability, healthy soils, and community empowerment. TO BOOK TICKETS […]

A celebration of farming for nature in Co. Carlow, featuring four local farmers from Carlow, who are doing their bit for the nature on their farm.From managing Marsh Fritillary habitat […]

Joe Roche is a dairy farmer managing 69 hectares (170 ac) of land near Gorey, Co. Wexford. With a herd of 115 cows, he operates a conventional spring and autumn […]

Organic Grass Fed Beef & Lamb Farm One thing I have learned in life is that I can choose to make a living without exploiting people or nature. I took […]

For many years, Bryan and Gail have been ahead of the curve on sustainable dairy production integrating LESS and a strategic breeding plan to boost milks solids production. As well as […]

Come visit Farming for Nature at our stall in the Organic Village at this years Ploughing Match Looking forward to seeing you there!

Nigel Gillis operates a stockless conventional tillage farm in Grangecon, Co Wicklow. Previously following a prescriptive approach, he has transitioned his 73 hectares (180 ac) to using principles of conservation […]

We are pleased to invite you to our upcoming Farm Walks in Tipperary (Trees on Farm) - Saturday, Oct 4th and Killarney (FT8) - Wednesday, Oct 15th, which will showcase […]

How can changes to machinery, workload, soils, crops and biodiversity help your tillage farm thrive? Andrew Bergin farms 320 acres of tillage. He practices no-till cereals while managing the soil in […]

Gerard Deegan is a lifelong farmer from Co. Westmeath. The farm has been certified organic for over 20 years. Originally a dairy farmer, Gerard transitioned to a mixed beef and […]

Aonghus Johnny Choil Mhaidhc Ó Coistealbha is a market gardener from Connemara Co. Galway. An Garraí Glas is a 1-acre farm where Aonghus grows a variety of chemical-free vegetables including […]

Where do you begin when shifting your farm from high-input reliance to lower-input, nature-based practices? This session explores the practical challenges of reducing inputs while putting nature at the centre of […]

How can small-scale dairies thrive by focusing on quality, not just quantity? This session looks at the opportunities and challenges for dairy farmers choosing micro-dairies and nature-friendly practices over large-scale, yield-driven […]

This session will look at why upland grazing matters; economically and environmentally and will focus on how cattle in upland systems can be successfully managed. We will invite farmers to share […]

What nature-based solutions can enhance water quality and biodiversity on farms? In this session we focus on the practical measures that can have a big impact on the quality of water. […]

Tom & Michael Keane are brothers farming 135 hectares (334 ac) along a Special Area of Conservation at the Shannon Estuary in Co. Limerick. Michael focuses on dairy production whilst […]

The Annual Burren Winterage Weekend is taking place over the Bank holiday weekend in October. Farming for Nature will be hosting a range of events from walks, talks and cattle […]

You're invited to Talamh Beo & NOTS Presents  The 1st Demonstration of the FAO TAPE a measurement tool for Agroecology in Ireland Monday 3rd November @ 2pm (Refreshments @ 1.30pm) Location: Joe […]

The event will host the usual high-level mix of Irish and international speakers on the topics of biological, organic, and regenerative farming. Tickets are now on sale, with overnight hotel packages […]

Are you curious about how agroforestry can shape the future of farming on the island of Ireland? The upcoming Agroforestry Conference will bring together farmers, experts, and innovators to explore […]

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. With the River Aherlow, […]

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 […]

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 […]

Join us at Síolta Chroí and explore regenerative small-scale dairy production, cheese-making, and more with Gyspy from Leitrim Hill Creamery.

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

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 […]

We 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. This […]