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EU CAP Network Brokerage Event
EU CAP Network Brokerage Event
The EU CAP Network brokerage event 'Partnering for innovation with impact in agriculture and rural areas' will take place in Prague, Czech Republic, on Tuesday 29 and Wednesday 30 April 2025.
Closing Date: Sheep Improvement Scheme
Closing Date: Sheep Improvement Scheme
Year 3 of the Sheep Improvement Scheme (SIS) is open to new entrants. The five-year €100 million SIS provides financial support to farmers for taking extra steps to improve the welfare of their flock. Applications must be made on agfood.ie before 11.59 pm on 29 April 2025.
Acting for the rural vision: making a commitment for vibrant rural areas visible
Acting for the rural vision: making a commitment for vibrant rural areas visible
This one-hour, online info session is intended for Rural Pact Community members and other interested individuals and organisations.
Dublin Rural Farmers Meeting
Dublin Rural Farmers Meeting
Dublin Rural LEADER, in collaboration with Teagasc, invites you to a special information evening for those working in the Farming sector in rural Dublin. This event will provide valuable information on the supports available through the LEADER Programme as well as Teagasc’s training programmes. Most importantly, it’s your opportunity to share your thoughts on what supports—such as training […]
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Bridging Private and Public Funding for Women Innovators in Agriculture and Rural Areas
Bridging Private and Public Funding for Women Innovators in Agriculture and Rural Areas
The FLIARA project invites you to this special online event exploring one of the most pressing challenges faced by women innovators in agriculture and rural areas: access to finance. Format: Online (open to everyone)
BISS In-Person Farmer Clinic – Carrickmacross
BISS In-Person Farmer Clinic – Carrickmacross
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) is hosting a series of in-person Farmer Clinics to assist farmers in making their applications online for the Basic Income Support for Sustainability (BISS) and other area-based schemes. Staff from DAFM will be in attendance to provide one-to-one support to assist farmers to submit their scheme […]
PREMIERE Horizon Europe Project Presentation – University of Galway Rural Voices Seminar Series
PREMIERE Horizon Europe Project Presentation – University of Galway Rural Voices Seminar Series
This month will feature Dr. Shane Conway, Project Manager in the University of Galway’s Rural Studies Centre, who will present an overview of his work on the PREMIERE (Preparing Multi-actor Projects in a Co-creative Way) Horizon Europe Project that the university is a partner in, leading the project’s Communication, Dissemination, and Exploitation (C, D&E) Work Package. […]
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BISS In-Person Farmer Clinic – Cavan
BISS In-Person Farmer Clinic – Cavan
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) is hosting a series of in-person Farmer Clinics to assist farmers in making their applications online for the Basic Income Support for Sustainability (BISS) and other area-based schemes. Staff from DAFM will be in attendance to provide one-to-one support to assist farmers to submit their scheme […]
Unlocking Ireland’s Bioeconomy Potential: Policy Insights and Practical Tools for Regional Development
Unlocking Ireland’s Bioeconomy Potential: Policy Insights and Practical Tools for Regional Development
Discover how the bioeconomy can drive sustainable regional development in Ireland! This webinar, a collaboration between the ShapingBio and ROBIN projects, will bring together experts to explore governance models, policy frameworks, and practical tools to unlock the full potential of the bioeconomy at a regional level.
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Signpost Series Webinar: Agroforestry and its benefits for animal health and welfare
Signpost Series Webinar: Agroforestry and its benefits for animal health and welfare
This webinar as part of The Signpost Series will focus on agroforestry and its benefits for animal health and welfare. This will feature guest speaker Dr Lindsay Whistance, Organic Research Centre, UK.
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EU CAP Network Meeting of the Thematic Group on Valuing Farmers’ Wider Contributions to Society
EU CAP Network Meeting of the Thematic Group on Valuing Farmers’ Wider Contributions to Society
In-person meeting of the Thematic Group on Valuing Farmers' Wider Contributions to Society. Meeting aims: To review outcomes of the TG work undertaken since 1st TG meeting. To jointly explore what can help to improve the public perception of farming and how the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) could contribute to better recognition of farming. To […]
Network to Innovate: AKIS in the Nordic-Baltic space
Network to Innovate: AKIS in the Nordic-Baltic space
The online workshop, "AKIS in the Nordic-Baltic space” will take place on May 06th, 2025. It is organized by the Rural Networks of Estonia, Finland, Latvia, Poland and Sweden. This workshop is a great opportunity to connect with others in the field, share knowledge, and potentially create new partnerships.
BISS In-Person Farmer Clinic – Clonmel
BISS In-Person Farmer Clinic – Clonmel
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) is hosting a series of in-person Farmer Clinics to assist farmers in making their applications online for the Basic Income Support for Sustainability (BISS) and other area-based schemes. Staff from DAFM will be in attendance to provide one-to-one support to assist farmers to submit their scheme […]
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BISS In-Person Farmer Clinic – Mitchelstown
BISS In-Person Farmer Clinic – Mitchelstown
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) is hosting a series of in-person Farmer Clinics to assist farmers in making their applications online for the Basic Income Support for Sustainability (BISS) and other area-based schemes. Staff from DAFM will be in attendance to provide one-to-one support to assist farmers to submit their scheme […]
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Conference on the Vision for Agriculture and Food
Conference on the Vision for Agriculture and Food
The Conference on the Vision for Agriculture and Food will be taking place on 8 May 2025 at The Square in Brussels. It will be centered around the theme of "Shaping the future of farming and the agri-food sector." The conference aims to: - continue to build consensus around the Vision and its roadmap; - […]
BISS In-Person Farmer Clinic – Clonakilty
BISS In-Person Farmer Clinic – Clonakilty
The Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine (DAFM) is hosting a series of in-person Farmer Clinics to assist farmers in making their applications online for the Basic Income Support for Sustainability (BISS) and other area-based schemes. Staff from DAFM will be in attendance to provide one-to-one support to assist farmers to submit their scheme […]
LEADER Drop-In Clinic 2 – Monaghan
LEADER Drop-In Clinic 2 – Monaghan
Monaghan Integrated Development CLG are hosting 5 LEADER Drop-In Clinics throughout the county in May. These are targeted at individuals and groups who want to call in a talk through potential project ideas. The second clinic will take place in Monaghan Town.
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Irish Rural Link Annual Conference & AGM
Irish Rural Link Annual Conference & AGM
This year’s conference will focus on the state of Healthcare in Rural Ireland and discuss finding innovative solutions to the current crisis, with a view to informing future rural healthcare policy.
Signpost Series Webinar: FarmBioNet
Signpost Series Webinar: FarmBioNet
This webinar as part of The Signpost Series will focus on FarmBioNet - Farmer-Focused Biodiversity and Agricultural Knowledge Network. This will feature guest speaker Dr Meritxell Grau Butinyac, Teagasc & FarmBioNet Project Manager.
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Our Pollinators in the Community and on the Farm
Our Pollinators in the Community and on the Farm
Join ACRES West Connacht for a free, informative event on pollinators with guest speaker Jude Walsh of Mayo Beekeepers Association. The talk is free and open to all.
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All Island Bioeconomy Summit 2025
All Island Bioeconomy Summit 2025
The All Island Bioeconomy Summit & Awards comes at a pivotal time for the sector, bringing all the key stakeholders from across the island together. The event will create much debate and will be thought provoking, informative and inspiring.
LEADER Drop-In Clinic 3 – Monaghan
LEADER Drop-In Clinic 3 – Monaghan
Monaghan Integrated Development CLG are hosting 5 LEADER Drop-In Clinics throughout the county in May. These are targeted at individuals and groups who want to call in a talk through potential project ideas. The third clinic will take place in Ballybay.
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The Future of EIP-AGRI Operational Groups: challenges, opportunities and existing support services
The Future of EIP-AGRI Operational Groups: challenges, opportunities and existing support services
This workshop will focus on the operation of OGs across Europe, highlighting: Factors that enable and support the formation and implementation of OGs. Barriers and challenges faced by primary producers when preparing and/or implementing an OG. Strategies used in various Thematic Networks to attract, support, and promote OGs. Information, training tools, materials, and services made […]
LEADER Drop-In Clinic 4 – Monaghan
LEADER Drop-In Clinic 4 – Monaghan
Monaghan Integrated Development CLG are hosting 5 LEADER Drop-In Clinics throughout the county in May. These are targeted at individuals and groups who want to call in a talk through potential project ideas. The fourth clinic will take place in Castleblayney.
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Closing Date: BISS Applications
Closing Date: BISS Applications
Basic Income Support for Sustainability (BISS) applications must be submitted online by midnight on Thursday 15th of May 2025 through agfood.ie.
Closing Date: National Reserve (Young Farmer) and National Reserve (New farmer) applications
Closing Date: National Reserve (Young Farmer) and National Reserve (New farmer) applications
National Reserve (Young Farmer) and National Reserve (New farmer) applications must be submitted on or before 15th of May 2025 through agfood.ie.
Closing Date: Complementary Income Support for Young Farmers
Closing Date: Complementary Income Support for Young Farmers
Applications under the Complementary Income Support for Young Farmers must be submitted on or before the 15th of May 2025 through agfood.ie.
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Signpost Series Webinar: Boosting Biodiversity on Farmland
Signpost Series Webinar: Boosting Biodiversity on Farmland
This webinar as part of The Signpost Series will focus on Boosting Biodiversity on Farmland: What does good look like? This will feature guest speaker Dr Saorla Kavanagh, Teagasc Research Officer in Farmland Biodiversity.
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Smarter, Stronger and More Competitive Rural Areas: The Way Forward for EU policies
Smarter, Stronger and More Competitive Rural Areas: The Way Forward for EU policies
The Policy Webinar aims to: - present the findings of the FUTURAL policy analysis on EU-level policy support to community-led innovation in rural areas. - provide country-specific examples of policies and governance frameworks contributing to community-led innovation in FUTURAL countries (Austria, Belgium, Greece, Lithuania, Spain, Romania). - discuss policy needs, gaps and recommendations to further […]
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Closing Date: Open Call for Farmer Safety, Health and Wellbeing Projects
Closing Date: Open Call for Farmer Safety, Health and Wellbeing Projects
An open call for farmer safety, health and wellbeing projects was recently announced. Successful projects under the call must cover one or more of the following themes: – Farm safety – Farmers’ physical health – Farmers’ mental health and wellbeing – Farmers’ physical and mental health checks – Tractor driving awareness training for children 14 […]
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Agri-Food Regulator Inaugural Conference
Agri-Food Regulator Inaugural Conference
This event is a fantastic opportunity to learn about the work of the Regulator and examine the changing circumstances for businesses in the agri-food supply chain. It is free to attend but attendees must register to secure their seat.
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Signpost Series Webinar: Managing clover to lower carbon and ammonia footprints
Signpost Series Webinar: Managing clover to lower carbon and ammonia footprints
This webinar as part of The Signpost Series will focus on managing clover to lower carbon and ammonia footprints. It will feature guest speaker Dr James Humphreys, Teagasc.
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Sixth Global Climate and SDG Synergies Conference
Sixth Global Climate and SDG Synergies Conference
The Sixth Global Conference on Strengthening Synergies between the Paris Agreement and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development is a key platform to accelerate integrated climate and sustainable development action.
Horizon Europe Brokerage Event for Cluster 6 – Calls 2025
Horizon Europe Brokerage Event for Cluster 6 – Calls 2025
The network of National Contact Points for Cluster 6, CARE4BIO, invites you to participate in an on-site networking event in Warsaw on 27 May 2025 for the upcoming 2025 calls in Horizon Europe Cluster 6 'Food, Bioeconomy, Natural Resources, Agriculture and Environment'.
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Rural Voices Seminar: Reimagining Community Development
Rural Voices Seminar: Reimagining Community Development
The next session of the Rural Voices series will feature Pat Kennedy, CEO and founder of eTownz, a company dedicated to supporting local development through structured frameworks and digital tools, who will share his vision for a more structured, modular and collaborative approach to community development.
Enhancing Soil Health: Join the SOILCRATES Living Lab Meeting
Enhancing Soil Health: Join the SOILCRATES Living Lab Meeting
Are you a farmer, landowner, or agribusiness stakeholder in the Ballyhoura area interested in improving soil quality? The SOILCRATES Ireland Living Lab (Counties Limerick, Clare & Tipperary) is part of the EU-funded SOILCRATES project, focusing on addressing Ireland’s agricultural and environmental challenges by promoting sustainable soil management, biodiversity restoration, and the integration of circular agriculture […]
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Bord Bia Bloom
Bord Bia Bloom
Bord Bia Bloom is an innovative horticulture, food, and drink experience with nature and sustainable living at its heart.
Secure Your Farm’s Future: Start Succession Planning Today
Secure Your Farm’s Future: Start Succession Planning Today
The event will cover the following topics: - Transfer your farm to the next generation - Minimize tax burdens - Protect your farm’s future Expert Speaker Joe Lambe of Ifac will be in attendance. For more info, contact Joe Sweeney at 086 605 2022.
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Signpost Series Webinar: Carbon Farming
Signpost Series Webinar: Carbon Farming
This webinar as part of The Signpost Series will focus on Carbon Farming. This will feature guest speaker Bernard Harris, Agricultural Inspector in the Climate Change and Bioenergy Policy Division of the Department of Agriculture, Food & the Marine (DAFM).
Apprenticeships in Horticulture Webinar Series – May
Apprenticeships in Horticulture Webinar Series – May
Part of 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 […]
