EU-FarmBook Tips & Tricks for Quality Contributions
2024-12-03 10:00 - 10:45 (Europe/Dublin) | Online
45 minute online training session on how to create and enhance high quality titles, descriptions and keywords to be published on EU-FarmBook

Outlook 2025
2024-12-03 10:00 - 13:15 | Conference Centre, Teagasc Ashtown, Dublin 15
The objective of this event is to review the economic performance of agriculture in 2024 and explore the Outlook for 2025.

Contributing to EU-FarmBook for Beginners
2024-12-03 11:00 - 11:30 | Online
30 minute online training session where two collaborators will explain how to access the EU-FarmBook Platform, what you’ll need and how to upload material.

Let's Talk Organics - Markets for Organics
2024-12-04 19:30 - 21:00 | Online
The focus of this webinar will be on the market opportunities for Irish organic produce. The team will be joined by Emmet Doyle, Organic Sector Manager, Bord Bia and Anne Maher, Managing Director of the Urban Coop.

Sheep Seminar
2024-12-05 19:00 | Kells Road, Navan, Co. Meath.
Teagasc Navan are holding a Sheep Seminar.
– Jake Delaney, Teagasc/UCD Walsh Scholar will outline some of the findings from his survey of lameness on Irish sheep farms. He will examine some of the main causes, treatments & preventions.
– James Smyth, ICM Navan will provide an overview of the sheep markets
– Edward Egan, Teagasc will give an update on current sheep schemes.

NZAGRC x Teagasc Webinar: The challenge of managing soil carbon on agricultural peatlands
2024-12-09 21:00 | Online
Join speakers Louis Schipper, The University of Waikato, New Zealand and Owen Fenton, Teagasc as they discuss the latest research surrounding peatlands and greenhouse gases.

Food Sustainability Think Tank
2024-12-11 10:00 - 12:30 | The Galmont Hotel & Spa, Lough Atalia Road, Co Galway
The Food Sustainability Think Tank forms part of the Train to Sustain European (Erasmus KA2) funded project. This project is led by ATU Galway and aims to upskill Educators on food sustainability to adapt and develop agri-food programmes.
Your voice, expertise and knowledge will provide insights on food sustainability practice and how we can make a difference on a local level. This will shape educational programmes, enhance awareness, and engage new stakeholders across Europe.
The event will involve engaging discussions and activities, delicious refreshments and inspiring guest speakers, including Dr JP McMahon (Chef Patron of Aniar and Cava Bodega), Dr Lisa Ryan (Head of School of Science and Computing, ATU Galway) and Tina Ryan (Climate Action Co-ordinator, Galway County Council).

Closing meeting of the Farm Carbon EIP hosted by Green Restoration Ireland
2024-12-13 09:30 - 13:00 | Egan Farm, N37 DP27, Thumbeagh, Co. Offaly
This event will showcase the innovative work done to develop new income options for Irish peatland farmers and materials for the rural bioeconomy while reducing carbon emissions and enhancing other ecosystem services. The meeting will describe the key project outcomes and discuss potential futures for agriculture.

Teagasc Webinar on Fertiliser Planning and Water Quality Regulations
2025-01-13 20:00 | Online
The Teagasc Roscommon/Longford Advisory service are running a series of farming webinars.
On Monday, 13th January, the focus of the webinar will be on Fertiliser Planning and Water Quality Regulation.
Speakers

Brian Daly, Teagasc – Fertiliser Planning and Changes to Herd Numbers
Kieran Kenny, Teagasc – Regulation for Water Quality

This is an opportunity for farmers to access the latest technical advice and updates on schemes relevant to the Roscommon and Longford region. Each webinar will last approximately one hour and is open to all farmers. Recordings will be available afterwards on the Teagasc Roscommon/Longford YouTube channel.

Future Agri-Leaders Programme
2025-02-12 | Irish Management Institute, Dublin
The ASA is delighted to partner with Macra Agricultural Skillnet and the Food Industry Training Unit in University College Cork to offer a five-day bespoke programme for Future Agri leaders.
This programme aims to bolster the growth of present and upcoming leaders in the Irish food industry. Through a combination of theoretical knowledge, practical exercises and real-world applications, the programme is designed to assist individuals in their leadership roles, empowering them to make a positive impact on their teams and organisation.

Programme Dates:

Day 1: Personal Development & Leadership – 12th February 2025 – location: UCC
Day 2: Project Management – 11th March 2025 – location: Horse and Jockey, Tipperary.
Day 3: Constructive & Inclusive Communication – 8th April 2025 – location TBC
Day 4: Finance for Non-Financial Managers – 14th May 2025 – IMI, Dublin
Day 5: Performance Management – 27th May 2025 – location UCC

Day 1 of the programme encompasses Personal Development and Leadership, empowering individuals to take ownership of their personal and professional growth, setting and achieving meaningful goals as emerging leaders. Exploring self-management, workplace well-being, empathy and resilience. It aims to equip participants with an understanding of leadership and conducting situational analysis and organisational culture.

Commercial Market Opportunities in Organic Vegetable Production 2025 "“ Field Scale and Protected Cropping
2025-02-17 10:00 - 16:00 | DAFM Facilities Building – Auditorium, Backweston, Celbridge, Co Kildare
Taking place on Monday 17th February in the DAFM Auditorium in Backweston, Celbridge, Co Kildare, this is a once-off, in-depth knowledge transfer day which will feature contributions from key DAFM staff, Teagasc, the Agricultural Consultant’s Association, Organic Growers of Ireland, and many of the leading organic growers working in Ireland today.

Everybody with an interest in organic vegetable production is welcome ““ growers, gardeners, market gardeners, farmers, processors, and retailers. There will be dedicated Q&A sections after each presentation, and interactive roundtable workshops with key stakeholders.

Commercial Market Opportunities in Organic Vegetable Production 2025 – Field Scale and Protected Cropping
2025-02-17 10:00 - 16:00 | DAFM Facilities Building – Auditorium, Backweston, Celbridge, Co Kildare
Taking place on Monday 17th February in the DAFM Auditorium in Backweston, Celbridge, Co Kildare, this is a once-off, in-depth knowledge transfer day which will feature contributions from key DAFM staff, Teagasc, the Agricultural Consultant’s Association, Organic Growers of Ireland, and many of the leading organic growers working in Ireland today.

Everybody with an interest in organic vegetable production is welcome – growers, gardeners, market gardeners, farmers, processors, and retailers. There will be dedicated Q&A sections after each presentation, and interactive roundtable workshops with key stakeholders.

Public Talk on Innovation in Ecological Restoration
2025-02-19 19:00 - 21:00 | AV Room, Connemara National Park
Discover how wool and biochar can be used to restore ecosystems, improve soil health, and tackle environmental challenges.

National Hill Sheep Conference
2025-02-19 19:00 - 21:10 | Park Hotel, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford
The National Hill Sheep Conference takes place on Wednesday, 19 February at 7pm in the Park Hotel, Dungarvan, Co. Waterford.
All welcome – registration / booking not required.

Public Information Event for Landowners on Forestry and Renewable Energy Microgeneration
2025-02-24 19:30 - 21:30 | Riverside Hotel, Enniscorthy, Wexford
An opportunity to learn more about forestry, generating renewable energy, sources of funding and income, and to network with others who have taken the step or are considering taking steps in this direction.

Let's Talk Organics - Markets for Organic Horticulture
2025-02-25 12:30 - 13:30 | Online
Join William Deasy, Teagasc Specialised Vegetable Advisor, along with the Teagasc Organic Specialists on Tuesday, 25th February from 12:30pm – 1:30pm for an episode of Let’s Talk Organics.

The team will be joined by Emmet Doyle, Organic Sector Manager & Conor Hogan, Organic Executive, Bord Bia and retail expert, Ged Futter, director at The Retail Mind in the UK and former supermarket senior buyer turned management consultant.

Emmet Doyle and Conor Hogan will provide a market update and insights for Ireland’s organic fresh produce (fruit and vegetables) market.

Ged Futter will provide expert insights and tips for fresh produce growers doing business with supermarket buyers.
