Wed, 25 Jan
|Discussion Webinar
Discussion 1: Soil Biology Monitoring
Coming up are a series of farm biology discussion forums on soils, pasture and livestock. These will be held online, where the format will be a short intro from the guest speakers, but will be more focused on answering questions from you guys, to encourage sharing of experiences and ideas.
Time & Location
25 Jan, 19:00 – 20:30
Discussion Webinar
Guests
About the event
On our first discussion on soils our guests are, Nikki Yoxall from NFFN and PFLA, Kevin O'Hanlon (@Irish_Farmer_Kev), and Gerard from Rock Farm Produce, where we will all be discussing soil biology monitoring.
This will be an interactive chat with everyone encouraged to contribute, ask questions to the guests or to the group. Participants are encouraged to share their own knowledge and experience with each other.
We will cover topics such as:
- Soil testing
- Infiltration rates
- Rhizospheres
- Aggregate structure
- Fungi to Bacteria ratios
- Nodulation of legumes
- Earthworm counts
- Spading ease and
- Rooting depths
Possibly many more topics will come up, so its sure to be an interesting and lively evening!
Upcoming Events
Sat, 03 JunMoyvore03 Jun, 14:00 – 16:00Moyvore, Moyvore, Co. Westmeath, IrelandOnsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassador James Ham - “Hedgerow management and incorporating trees into farming systems.” The Farming for Nature farm walks are an opportunity for FFN Ambassadors to showcase their contribution to nature.
Wed, 14 JunCrecora14 Jun, 18:30 – 20:30Crecora, Skehanagh, Crecora, Co. Limerick, IrelandOnsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassador Sean Condon, an organic dairy farmer from Crecora, County Limerick. He farms about 140 acres of good grassland and runs an extensive dairy farming system, milking 50 cows once a day.
Thu, 15 JunAntrim
Tue, 20 JunBrook Hall Estate and Gardens
Sat, 24 JunConnemara Co. Galway24 Jun, 14:00 – 16:30Connemara Co. GalwayOnsite Insights: farm walk & practical actions for nature with Farming for Nature Ambassador Aonghus Ó Coistealbha, a market gardener with a 1-acre farm where Aonghus grows a variety of chemical-free vegetables including lettuce/salad leaves, onions, tomatoes, radishes, herbs and more.
Sat, 01 JulFalkland01 Jul, 21:00 – 21:05Falkland, The Stables, Falkland Estate, Falkland, Cupar KY15 7AF, UKGO Falkland, a one-day event featuring talks and sessions on regenerative farming, sharing knowledge from leading practitioners, soil health specialists, and farmers on the regenerative journey. This event is for farmers, small holders, growers, educators, and anyone interested in soil health.
Wed, 06 SeptEastbrook Farm, Lower Farm, Bishopstone,