Category Archives: General

IOFGA are recruiting Organic Farm Inspectors

IOFGA are the largest organic certification body in Ireland and we are recuriting 3 part time Organic Farm Inspectors. Applicants must have a third level degree in agricultural science or an equivalent discipline. Third level studies must have included soil science, farm management, animal husbandry, crop production, farm buildings and farm waste management. Please send [...]

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ICSA Sheep Conference

The ICSA are hosting a sheep conference in the Lord Bagenal Hotel, Leighlinbridge, Carlow on Monday 13th, February from 1-5pm entitled Sheep – Can we keep the momentum going? This will be an informative session for farmers regarding 2012. A host of speakers will there be there on the day including Bord Bia, Craft Butchers [...]

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Controlling Parasites in Organic Cattle and Sheep

There is an event on March 8th at Greenmount Campuswhich would be beneficial for organic farmers. This event is not solely for organic farmers and is relevant to all farmers. The event will cost £20(plus vat) for producer members and £35(plus vat) for non-members. This is really to help us cover some of the cost [...]

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Teagasc Courses for the Organic Farming Scheme 2012

While we are still waiting for the Department of Agriculture Food and the Marine to open the Organic Farming Scheme for 2012 it is advisable for anyone who is interested in joining the scheme to undertake the 25 hour Fetac course as it is part of the mandatory requirements to join the scheme. Details for [...]

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