CAP Network Ireland

EU CAP Network workshop on Farm Sustainability Data Network (FSDN)
2025-02-12 08:00 - 14:30 (Europe/Dublin) | L42 Business Center – Brussels, Belgium
The Farm Sustainability Data Network (FSDN) is a new initiative launched by the European Commission to improve the collection and use of farm-level sustainability data across the EU.
This workshop will bring together liaison agencies, CAP managers and evaluators to improve awareness and understanding of FSDN. It will give a platform to exchange on challenges and good experiences in providing comprehensive data on farm sustainability.

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.

Innovation and Diversification Schemes in Horticulture - Closing Date
2025-02-07 23:30
Completed applications to the schemes mentioned below must be submitted by midnight on Friday, 7 February 2025.
Small and medium sized enterprises engaging in primary horticulture production that would like to innovate and diversify in the horticulture industry but need to carry out specific studies (feasibility/desk-based) before doing can avail of the 2025 Scheme for Innovation and Diversification in Horticulture (Feasibility/Desk Studies).
Similar enterprises looking to increase innovation and diversification in horticulture through the purchase of specialised plant and equipment can access capital investment grant funding by applying to the 2025 Scheme for Innovation and Diversification in Horticulture (Capital Investments).
Larger primary horticulture enterprises seeking to increase process and organisational innovation can apply for assistance under the new Scheme of Investment Aid for Process and Organisational Innovation in Horticulture for Large Enterprises.
Application Forms and the Scheme Terms and Conditions can be found on the Departments webpage here or by emailing Horticultureinnovation@agriculture.gov.ie

2nd EU CAP Network workshop ‘National networking for innovation and knowledge exchange’
2025-01-29 08:00 - 2025-01-30 14:00 | Reims, France
The overall aim of this workshop is to create opportunities for inspirational exchange and peer-to-peer learning on experiences, approaches, and good practices in networking for innovation and knowledge exchange. This will build on the capacities of all participants and all potential AKIS tools in the CAP Strategic Plans, and include synergies with Horizon projects.

2nd EU CAP Network workshop 'National networking for innovation and knowledge exchange'
2025-01-29 08:00 - 2025-01-30 14:00 | Reims, France

1st meeting of the Thematic Group on the Economic Vulnerability of Farming
2025-01-22 08:00 - 12:00 | Online
The EU CAP Network, with the support of the CAP Implementation Contact Point, organises up to five Thematic Groups per year, selecting members from a public expression of interest.
This will be the primary meeting of this particular Thematic Group and it will delve into the Economic Vulnerability of Farming in the EU.
Aims of the first TG meeting:

Discuss what we mean by the economic vulnerability of farming and identify the drivers of vulnerability.
Discuss how farm-based businesses are capitalising on the possibilities for overcoming the challenges associated with farming’s vulnerability.
Begin to consider the effectiveness of current CAP interventions/frameworks to address economic vulnerabilities.

1st meeting of the Thematic Group on the Economic Vulnerability of Farming
2025-01-22 08:00 - 12:00 | Online
The EU CAP Network, with the support of the”CAP Implementation Contact Point, organises up to five Thematic Groups per year, selecting members from a public expression of interest.
This will be the primary meeting of this particular Thematic Group and it will delve into the Economic Vulnerability of Farming in the EU.
Aims of the first TG meeting:

Discuss what we mean by the economic vulnerability of farming and identify the drivers of vulnerability.
Discuss how farm-based businesses are capitalising on the possibilities for overcoming the challenges associated with farming’s vulnerability.
Begin to consider the effectiveness of current CAP interventions/frameworks to address economic vulnerabilities.

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.

Oxford Real Farming Conference
2025-01-09 09:00 - 2025-01-10 17:00 | Oxford/Online
The Oxford Real Farming Conference 2025 line-up will include 150 sessions in-person and 45+ sessions livestreamed from Oxford on 9 – 10 January 2025, with speakers from the UK and around the world addressing crucial issues and thought-provoking topics on agri-food systems.

Oxford Real Farming Conference
2025-01-09 09:00 - 2025-01-10 17:00 | Oxford/Online
The Oxford Real Farming Conference 2025 line-up will include 150 sessions in-person and 45+ sessions livestreamed from Oxford on 9 ““ 10 January 2025, with speakers from the UK and around the world addressing crucial issues and thought-provoking topics on agri-food systems.

2025 Scheme of Investment Aid for the Development of the Commercial Horticulture Sector
2024-12-13 17:00
Grant aids are now in place to assist in further development of the horticultural sector including beekeeping. Specifically grants are being given for capital investments made in specialised plants and equipment. Closing date for applications is Friday December 13th 2024.

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.

Caring for Soils: Insights from EU Mission Soil Projects on Measurement, Monitoring, and Management
2024-12-12 10:00 - 13:00 | Online
SOILL-Startup organises with other projects under the EU Mission ‘A Soil Deal for Europe’ the Webinar “Caring for Soils: Insights from EU Mission Soil Projects on Measurement, Monitoring, and Management”. The event spotlights innovative and current solutions for soil measuring, monitoring, and managing, by showcasing efforts and contribution of the EU Mission Soil projects.

Looking into the 2024 Consumer Insights Report
2024-12-11 11:00 - 12:30 | Online
Join UK ORGANIC and Organic Research Centre for a deep dive into their 2024 Consumer Insights Report
Based on the latest data from the UKO & ORC Consumer Insights Report 2024, this session will examine where organic shoppers prefer to shop, how they navigate their purchasing decisions, and the key motivators driving their choices, such as health, sustainability, and ethical considerations.

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).

Preparing multi-actor projects in a co-creative way for Horizon Europe calls 2025
2024-12-11 09:00 - 10:00 | Online
PREMIERE Project invites you to their skills-building webinar series which are intended to promote a deeper understanding of the requirements for multi-actor call for proposals in Horizon Europe.

These applied practice-oriented webinars are a platform for speakers to present a range of topics and lessons learned by addressing the proposal co-development process behind an effective collaborative methodology for facing needs and challenges and to co-create innovative solutions.

Open Call for Environmental Sustainability Themed EIP Projects
2024-12-10 17:00
There is currently an open call for European Innovation Partnership (EIP) projects under the general theme of Environmental Sustainability. Each of the selected projects will be funded for a period of between three and five years, with a maximum budget allocation of €1,750,000 per project.
Under this current call ““ the sixth under the CAP Strategic Plan 2023-2027 ““ interested parties are invited to submit proposals for projects to address a range of topics under the broad heading of Environmental Sustainability, to include the following:
““ Innovative approaches in farming to address (but not limited to):
o Climate mitigation and climate adaptation at farm level.
o Farming in coastal areas.
o Farming within the organic and horticulture sectors.
““ Food sustainability, security and the role of short supply chains.
““ Regenerative agriculture.
““ Protecting and restoring our soils and their sustainable use.
““ Sustainable farming systems for intensive agriculture at local and landscape levels.
““ Innovative approaches within the bio / circular economy at a locally-led level.
The closing date for Expressions of Interest under this Call is 5pm on Tuesday 10th December 2024.

Open Call for Environmental Sustainability Themed EIP Projects
2024-12-10 17:00
There is currently an open call for European Innovation Partnership (EIP) projects under the general theme of Environmental Sustainability. Each of the selected projects will be funded for a period of between three and five years, with a maximum budget allocation of €1,750,000 per project.
Under this current call – the sixth under the CAP Strategic Plan 2023-2027 – interested parties are invited to submit proposals for projects to address a range of topics under the broad heading of Environmental Sustainability, to include the following:
– Innovative approaches in farming to address (but not limited to):
o Climate mitigation and climate adaptation at farm level.
o Farming in coastal areas.
o Farming within the organic and horticulture sectors.
– Food sustainability, security and the role of short supply chains.
– Regenerative agriculture.
– Protecting and restoring our soils and their sustainable use.
– Sustainable farming systems for intensive agriculture at local and landscape levels.
– Innovative approaches within the bio / circular economy at a locally-led level.
The closing date for Expressions of Interest under this Call is 5pm on Tuesday 10th December 2024.

EU Agri-Food Days 2024
2024-12-10 08:00 - 2024-12-12 16:00 | Brussels, Belgium
The EU-Agri Food Days is an annual event bringing together stakeholders from across the EU to discuss the latest agricultural trends, policy options, and market developments, as well as how research, innovation and digital technologies are shaping the European agriculture of today and tomorrow. This unmissable three-day event offers a unique platform for dialogue between EU agri-food system stakeholders, civil society, academia, and policymakers.

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.
