OGI Annual Conference
OGI Conference 2026
Cultivating Climate Resilience and Market Growth
Woodlands House Hotel, Adare, Co. Limerick
Tuesday 24th November | 9am-4pm | Registration from 8.15am
OGI Members €35 | Non-members €55
Irish organic horticulture is navigating a pivotal era. From unprecedented weather events to shifting growing seasons, building climate resilience into our farms has never been more vital. At the same time, growing consumer interest in organic food presents opportunities for producers to strengthen farm viability, diversify routes to market and explore new market opportunities.
Join speakers Jo Facer (Laurel Bank Farm), Adam Beer (Pitney Farm Market Garden), growers, researchers and experts from across Ireland, for a day of practical insights, exploring resilient soil and crop practices, field-tested adaptation tools, commercial development strategies, and much more.
SPEAKERS & PANELLISTS
Please note that due to unforeseen circumstances, Jayne Arnold is unfortunately no longer able to present at OGI Conference 2026. We hope to be able to welcome Jayne to another OGI event in the near future.
Jo Facer, Laurelbank Farm
Jo worked for many years in construction in her home city of London before moving to Northern Ireland to establish Laurelbank Farm, a 7-acre organic smallholding. Laurelbank’s vision is to reconnect people with the land and to nourish and empower communities through farming and feasting.
At its heart is a thriving CSA scheme, and alongside her work on the farm, Jo is an author, teacher, willow weaver, and brewer. In 2023 she co-authored The Edible Flower: A Modern Guide to Growing, Cooking, and Eating Edible Flowers and in 2026 she joined the CSA Network UK Board.
She also founded and runs the Growing Academy, a 30-week organic fruit and vegetable growing course based at Laurelbank.
www.laurelbankfarm.org
Adam Beer, Pitney Farm Market Garden
Adam Beer farms at Pitney Farm Market Garden, alongside fellow head grower Rita Oldenbourg. Their 4.5-acre organic market garden in Somerset, England, focuses on soil health and high-yield, ecologically sound production systems.
Together they were joint winners of the 2024 Young Organic Grower of the Year.
instagram.com/pitneyfarmmarketgarden/
You can find out more about Adam and Rita on this 2024 podcast from the Organic Growers Alliance.
Tools & Tech Panel
A conference favourite, back for another year!
Join some of Ireland’s leading organic growers as they reveal their favourite technology and tools, and how they have boosted their efficiency as a grower.
Check back again soon for the full schedule of speakers, panels and sessions.
THE VENUE
Woodlands House Hotel, Adare, Co. Limerick
OGI Conference 2026 takes place at Fitzgeralds Woodlands House Hotel & Spa, set in 44 acres of grounds just outside Adare, Co. Limerick. The hotel is sits within a working certified organic farm and Mary’s Organic Garden, set within the hotel’s grounds, supplies the kitchen with seasonal produce.
If you’re planning to stay over, delegate rates are available at the Woodlands House Hotel for Monday 23rd and Tuesday 24th November:
– Single room, B&B: €130 per night
– Double room, B&B: €140 per night
Book direct at www.woodlands-hotel.ie and mention that you’re attending the OGI Conference to get the rate.
