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, […]
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 […]
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 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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 farm walks are an opportunity for our Ambassadors to showcase their contribution to nature and good farming practices on their land. Bruce Thompson is an […]