CAP Network Ireland

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

EU CAP Network “Roots of Resilience” Seminar
2025-07-09 09:00 - 11:00 | Online
Roots of Resilience explores biodiversity through science, practice and lived experiences across Europe, highlighting how biodiversity underpins resilient agroecological systems.

This webinar shares key insights through short presentations alongside animations and visual storytelling.

LEADER Information Workshop 1 - Co. Waterford
2025-07-08 19:00 - 20:30 | Park Hotel, Dungavan, Co. Waterford

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.

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.

LEADER Inspired Network Community (LINC) 2025 event
2025-07-01 17:00 - 2025-07-03 21:00 | St. Anton am Arlberg, Austria
The 2025 edition of LINC ““ the LEADER Inspired Network Community event ““ will take place in Austria on 1-3 July. This year’s edition focuses on ‘Alpine connections’ and will include networking, study visits and the unmissable LEADER Cooperation Corner. Registrations are now open.

LEADER Inspired Network Community (LINC) 2025 event
2025-07-01 08:00 - 2025-07-03 21:00 | St. Anton am Arlberg, Austria
The 2025 edition of LINC – the LEADER Inspired Network Community event – will take place in Austria on 1-3 July. This year’s edition focuses on ‘Alpine connections’ and will include networking, study visits and the unmissable LEADER Cooperation Corner. Registrations are now open.

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.

LEADER Funding Workshops Meath
2025-06-26 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-24 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-06-17 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

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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?

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?

ACRES Leinster Walk-In Farmer Clinics
2025-06-17 17:00 - 19:00 | 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.

EU CAP Network Seminar ‘On-farm demonstrations for peer-to-peer learning & innovation’
2025-06-17 08:00 - 2025-06-18 16:00 | Venice, Italy
The EU CAP Network Seminar ‘On-farm demonstrations for peer-to-peer learning & innovation’ will be held on Tuesday 17 and Wednesday 18 June 2025.

The main objectives of the seminar are to promote the use of on-farm demonstrations as an essential tool for peer-to-peer learning and to improve the setting up and visibility of demonstration farms, as well as to foster their networks and connections with other relevant initiatives.

Our Rural Future 2026-2030 Public Consultation Meeting, Charleville
2025-06-16 18:30 - 21:00 | Charleville Park Hotel, Charleville, Co. Cork

Our Rural Future 2026-2030 Public Consultation Meeting, Charleville
2025-06-16 18:30 - 21:00 | Charleville Park Hotel, Charleville, Co. Cork

Rural Youth in Decision-Making Webinar
2025-06-13 09:00 - 11:00 | Online
Explore how young people are influencing decisions and shaping the future of rural areas across Europe. You’ll hear directly from youth involved in local councils, LAGs, and rural associations.
What to expect:
– Introduction to the LEADER European Youth Community and how to get involved
– Key results from recent survey on youth and rural development
– Roundtable talks with inspiring young leaders from Spain, France, Poland, and Croatia

Good Practice Workshop: Assessment of environmental impacts of the CAP
2025-06-12 11:00 - 2025-06-13 16:00 | Wyndham Hannover Atrium – Hannover, Germany
The EU CAP Network, supported by the European Evaluation Helpdesk for the CAP, is organising the tenth Good Practice Workshop on assessing the environmental impacts of the CAP in Hanover, Germany, on 12 – 13 June. This workshop focuses on the possibilities of using big data and different data sources for assessing the environmental impacts of the CAP.

Good Practice Workshop: Assessment of environmental impacts of the CAP
2025-06-12 11:00 - 2025-06-13 16:00 | Wyndham Hannover Atrium – Hannover, Germany
The EU CAP Network, supported by the European Evaluation Helpdesk for the CAP, is organising the tenth Good Practice Workshop on assessing the environmental impacts of the CAP in Hanover, Germany, on 12 ““ 13 June. This workshop focuses on the possibilities of using big data and different data sources for assessing the environmental impacts of the CAP.

Extensive Grassland Biodiversity Event
2025-06-12 10:00 - 17:00 | cap-network-ireland
Teagasc, in collaboration with The Heritage Council is hosting an Extensive Grassland Biodiversity Event on Thursday, 12 June from 10am – 5pm in County Arms Hotel and Birr Castle Demesne, Birr, Co. Offaly.

During the event, groups will visit the meadow in Birr Castle Demesne for grassland species identification, scoring and management with Teagasc staff and Local Authority Biodiversity Officers.

Booking is essential.
