Resources for growers

OGI Conference – 28 November 2023

Presentations from the annual OGI Conference, held in Tullamore on Tuesday 28th November 2023.

Speakers:

• Ashley Wheeler
• Jan-Hendrik Cropp
• Jim Cronin 

OGI Network: Kitty Scully, OGI Network Coordinator
OGI Work Placement Programme: Ger Hally, Intern

Brian McCarthy, Cork Rooftop Farm
Closing address: Minister Pippa Hackett

Organic Farming Scheme Information Day – 29 February 2024

Presentations from the 1-day information session for horticultural growers on the Organic Farming Scheme and related benefits.

Presentation Slides (PDF)

1. Market Gardening, Money & Family – Jim Cronin
2. The Organic Farming Scheme – Jack Nolan, DAFM
3. BISS & Area Based Schemes  – Ciara Conlon, DAFM
4. Registration as a Food Business Operator (Horticulture) – Niamh Kellaghan, DAFM
5. Scheme of Investment Aid for the Development of the Commercial Horticulture Sector – Sinead Mulcahy, DAFM
6. Advisory Services for Horticulture – What’s Available & Access to Advice – William Deasy, Teagasc
7. Irish Market Organic Consumer Research  – Emmet Doyle, Bord Bia.

National Strategy for Horticulture 2023-2027

DAFM strategy document for the development of the Horticulture sector in Ireland.