CAP Network Ireland

ACRES Leinster Walk-In Farmer Clinics
2025-06-17 17:00 - 19:00 (Europe/Dublin) | Glen of Imaal Mountain Rescue Base, Laragh, Co Wicklow
ACRES Leinster are hosting a series of walk-in farmer clinics across the Leinster CP region. The fourth one will take place on 17 June. There will be a particular focus on Non Productive Investments (NPI’s) but any questions on ACRES CP will be answered.
Phone 0858505038 with any queries.

Our Rural Future 2026-2030 Public Consultation Meeting, Tullamore
2025-06-17 18:30 - 21:00 | Tullamore Court Hotel, Tullamore, Co. Offaly
The Department of Rural and Community Development and the Gaeltacht is holding a public consultation event to inform the next phase of Ireland’s rural development policy for the period 2026-2030.

The consultation workshop will allow stakeholders and members of the public to discuss:

– The opportunities available to rural Ireland in the next 5 years, and what steps need to be taken in order to realise these opportunities?

– The challenges facing rural Ireland in the next 5 years, and what solutions are needed to address these challenges?

Our Rural Future 2026-2030 Public Consultation Meeting, Tullamore
2025-06-17 18:30 - 21:00 | Tullamore Court Hotel, Tullamore, Co. Offaly
The Department of Rural and Community Development is holding a public consultation event to inform the next phase of Ireland’s rural development policy for the period 2026-2030.

The consultation workshop will allow stakeholders and members of the public to discuss:

– The opportunities available to rural Ireland in the next 5 years, and what steps need to be taken in order to realise these opportunities?

– The challenges facing rural Ireland in the next 5 years, and what solutions are needed to address these challenges?

LEADER Funding Workshops Meath
2025-06-17 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-24 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-26 19:00 - 21:00 | cap-network-ireland
Meath Partnership is hosting 3 free LEADER programme workshops in June. Get insights on funding opportunities for your rural project.

What will you get out of the evening:
– How to apply for LEADER Funding
– Which projects qualify (Capital, Equipment, Feasibility, Training)
– Real Success Stories from Past awardees
– One-to-One Advice on your project idea

Stay Safe with Jessy Live Webinar
2025-06-19 11:00 | Online
A live interactive 40 minute webinar featuring Jessy, the Farm Safety Sheepdog, Alma from Agrikids and Francis Blight, Teagasc Farm Safety specialist all covering essential farm safety topics and practical tips to prevent accidents ahead of the busy summer season on farms.

Peatlands for Prosperity Webinar
2025-06-19 18:30 | Online
Join Green Restoration Ireland on Thursday, 19th June 2025 at 6.30 pm (Irish time) for the webinar of their Paludiculture series: “Wetter farming- Experiences from the Northwest of England” presented by guest speaker Dr. Mike Longden, Peatland Programme Technical Lead (Research Associate) from Lancashire Wildlife Trust/Liverpool John Moores University.

Sheep 2025 Open Day
2025-06-21 10:00 - 17:00 | Theme Builder Layout
Sheep 2025, the largest dedicated sheep-focused open day on the island of Ireland takes place on Saturday, 21st June at the Teagasc Mellows Campus in Athenry, Co. Galway.

The event is organised by a joint industry collaboration between Teagasc, Bord Bia, the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM), Irish Farmers Journal, and Sheep Ireland.

ACRES Leinster Walk-In Farmer Clinics
2025-06-24 17:00 - 19:00 | Schemes
ACRES Leinster are hosting a series of walk-in farmer clinics across the Leinster CP region. The fifth one will take place on 24 June. There will be a particular focus on Non Productive Investments (NPI’s) but any questions on ACRES CP will be answered.
Phone 0858505038 with any queries.

Crops and Technology Open Day
2025-06-25 10:00 | Teagasc Oak Park, Co. Carlow
This event will cover the latest research on all the main tillage crops and horticultural field crops. It will also include a major machinery demonstration, with a particular focus on sprayers and the technology available for more accurate applications.

Cruinniú Comhairliúcháin Phoiblí as Gaeilge: Na Forbacha
2025-06-26 10:00 - 13:30 | Connemara Coast Hotel, Cushmaigmore, Furbogh, Co. Galway
The Department of Rural and Community Development is holding a public consultation event as Gaeilge to inform the next phase of Ireland’s rural development policy for the period 2026-2030.

This policy will be the successor to Our Rural Future 2021-2025 which has seen great progress towards our vision for a thriving rural Ireland.

The event will be conducted exclusively through the Irish language.

Registration is required and the number of participants is limited.

Apprenticeships in Horticulture Webinar Series - June
2025-06-27 12:30 - 13:30 | Online
Join Teagasc online for a series of informative sessions where you can learn all about apprenticeship opportunities in the exciting field of horticulture.

Expert speakers will cover different topics in each webinar; such as hands-on training, industry certifications, and career pathways. The webinars take place each month from 12:45pm – 1:30pm on the final Friday of each month.

Flavours of Fingal County Show
2025-07-05 11:00 - 2025-07-06 18:00 | Newbridge House & Farm, Donabate
A vibrant local showcase of agricultural produce and food producers.

Our Rural Future 2026-2030 Public Consultation Meeting Online
2025-07-08 14:30 - 16:30 | Online
The Department of Rural and Community Development is holding an online public consultation event to inform the next phase of Ireland’s rural development policy for the period 2026-2030.

The consultation workshop will allow stakeholders and members of the public to discuss:
– The opportunities available to rural Ireland in the next 5 years, and what steps need to be taken in order to realise these opportunities?
– The challenges facing rural Ireland in the next 5 years, and what solutions are needed to address these challenges?

This is an online event. Registration is required and the number of participants is limited.

LEADER Information Workshop 1 - Co. Waterford
2025-07-08 19:00 - 20:30 | Park Hotel, Dungavan, Co. Waterford
A number of information workshops will be held in Waterford in advance of opening the next official call for Expression of Interests (EoI) for funding under 2023-2027 LEADER Programme.

Attendance at one of these workshops is compulsory if you intend to apply for funding.

LEADER Information Workshop 2 - Co. Waterford
2025-07-09 19:00 - 20:30 | Magestic Hotel, Tramore, Co. Waterford

LEADER Information Workshop 3 - Co. Waterford
2025-07-10 19:00 - 20:30 | The Red Hall, Lismore, Co. Waterford

Free Applied Agroforestry Skills Training Course for Foresters
2025-07-14 09:30 | Schemes
The Irish Agroforestry Forum, with support from the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM), Teagasc, and the Society of Irish Foresters, is hosting a free applied agroforestry training session tailored for professional foresters.

Peatlands for Prosperity On-Farm Training: No Farmer, No Food - No Fibre, No Future
2025-07-17 09:30 - 13:30 | Egan Farm Thumbeagh, Ballinahown, Co. Offaly
A hands-on training day at the Pilot Farm in Offaly as part of the Peatlands for Prosperity project.

LEADER Funding 1-1 Meetings - Co. Kildare
2025-07-18 09:30 - 15:00 | Kildare Community Development Centre, Meadow Road, Kildare Town, Co. Kildare
On 18th July, County Kildare LEADER Partnership are offering 1-1 meetings to green and innovative SMEs in Kildare that would like to know more about grant funding that is available through the 2023 – 2027 LEADER Programme.
New start-ups and established enterprises are welcome.

2025 Tullamore Show & FBD National Livestock Show
2025-08-10 08:30 - 18:00 | Butterfield Estate, Blueball, Co. Offaly
Ireland’s largest one-day show, averaging 60,000 visitors in recent years, with 700 Trade Stands from Agri Sectors, Home Industries, Farm Produce, Innovation, Forestry, Agri Machinery and more.

Peatlands for Prosperity On-Farm Training
2025-08-21 09:30 - 13:30 | Gortavally Shinrone R42 H026 Birr, Co. Offaly
Gain real-world insights into sustainable peatland farming at the Peatlands for Prosperity On-Farm Training: ‘Farmed Peatlands Experiences – from Germany to Ireland’ Event with Juliane & Sebastian Petri, hosted by Green Restoration Ireland.

Farming Rathcroghan Conference 2025, "Food for thought"
2025-08-22 09:00 - 17:00 | Rathcroghan Visitor Centre, Tulsk, Co. Roscommon
Conference centered on historical food practices, plant cultivation, and animal use through the ages.

Whether you’re a history enthusiast, agricultural expert, or simply curious about ancient lifeways, this conference offers a unique opportunity to connect, learn, and grow.

Signpost Series – Minding our Traditional Farm Heritage
2025-08-22 09:30 - 10:30 | Online
This episode of the Signpost Series which is taking place on Friday, 22 August at 9:30am will focus on Minding our Traditional Farm Heritage. The webinar will feature guest speaker Barry O’Reilly, Department of Housing, Local Government & Heritage.

Signpost Series – National Hedgerow Week
2025-08-29 09:30 - 10:30 | Online
This episode of the Signpost Series which is taking place on Friday, 29 August at 9:30am will focus on National Hedgerow Week. National Hedgerow Week is jointly coordinated by Teagasc and the Heritage Council.

The webinar will launch National Hedgerow Week and will also cover a Strategy for Hedge Management on Farms. It will feature guest speakers Meadhbh Bolger, Heritage Council & Dr. Catherine Keena, Teagasc.

SOILCRATES Ireland Webinar
2025-09-02 19:30 - 20:30 | Online
This webinar will provide information and guidance on an Open Call for grants to complete soil health management practices on farms within Counties Clare, Limerick and Tipperary. The SOILCRATES project wishes to develop and share innovative approaches with farmers.

Peatlands for Prosperity On-Farm Training
2025-09-04 09:30 - 13:30 | Co. Offaly
A hands-on training day at the Pilot Farm in Co. Offaly as part of the Peatlands for Prosperity project. Exact location to be announced.

Farm Succession and Inheritance Webinar – Generational Renewal Week
2025-09-09 19:30 - 20:30 | Online
This webinar will focus on starting the conversation around Farm Succession and Inheritance with Claire O’Keeffe from Succession Ireland and Enda Geoghan, Teagasc. It will also cover the importance of making a will with James McDonnell, Financial Specialist, Teagasc.
