National Farming For Nature Festival

National Farming For Nature

Festival

A practical farmer-led event!
Join farmers sharing what’s working for their farm & their pocket

22nd-23rd June 2026 | Ballykilcavan Brewery, Co. Laois, R32Y0PK

WATCH NOW: THE FESTIVAL FILM

THE JOURNEY TO 2027 BEGINS HERE!

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Dates & Location: To be announced.

Our 2026 edition was pure magic. Every single ticket was snapped up by an incredible community passionate about farming, food, nature, and connection. We laughed, we learned, we shared meals and we inspired practical actions for healthy landscapes.

We are already buzzing with excitement for our next national gathering—and we want you to be right at the heart of it!

Presented by Farming for Nature, in partnership with BASE Ireland and NOTS, this festival brings together shared values, practical learning, and a love for farming and nature. Click the logos below to learn more about our partners.

FESTIVAL PROGRAMME

Evening Solstice Celebration

The festival begins on 22nd June with a solstice-inspired evening event with speakers, food and music, bringing people together to connect and celebrate the farmers driving positive change in farming. The following day brings learning, demos and real stories from the field.

Farmers, Advisors and Food Producers

On 23rd June, farmers, advisors, and food producers come together to share experiences, explore what works on the ground, and reconnect farming, nature, and food.

Farmer-Led Sessions and Hands-On Field Demonstrations

The day continues with farmer-led sessions and hands-on field demonstrations, highlighting real farm stories — the successes, challenges, and practical decisions that make nature-friendly farming work.

Explore our exciting line-up to get a taster of what´s in store. Please note that sessions may be subject to small changes as we get closer to the date.

FESTIVAL PROGRAMME

Evening Solstice Celebration

Farmers, Advisors and Food Producers

On 23rd June, farmers, advisors, and food producers come together to share experiences, explore what works on the ground, and reconnect farming, nature, and food.

Farmer-Led Sessions and Hands-On Field Demonstrations

🌿 Explore our exciting line-up to get a taster of what´s in store. Please note that sessions may be subject to small changes as we get closer to the date.

Farming For Nature Festival 2027

First In Line | Early Bird Interest List

Be the first to know about the early bird!

Dates & Location: To be announced

Our 2026 edition was pure magic. Every single ticket was snapped up by an incredible community passionate about farming, food, nature, and connection. We laughed, we learned, we shared meals and we inspired practical actions for healthy landscapes.

We are already buzzing with excitement for our next national gathering—and we want you to be right at the heart of it!

🌿 More inspiring voices will be joining the line-up soon. Stay tuned.

Our Venue and Accommodation

Set in the heart of Co. Laois, Ballykilcavan Brewery provides a unique and welcoming setting for the Farming For Nature Festival. On Tuesday 23rd June 2026, this historic farm and brewery will host a full day of farmer-led learning, practical demonstrations, evidence-based discussions, and real conversations about the future of food, farming, and biodiversity.

We look forward to welcoming people from all around Ireland — farmers, food producers, advisors, families, and anyone interested in the future of food and farming. Accommodation options, including onsite glamping and nearby stays, are available to help you make the most of your visit.

Our Venue and Accomomdation

Set in the heart of Co. Laois, Ballykilcavan Brewery provides a unique and welcoming setting for the Farming for Nature Festival. On Tuesday 23rd June 2026, this historic farm and brewery will host a full day of farmer-led learning, practical demonstrations, evidence-based discussions, and real conversations about the future of food, farming, and biodiversity.

We look forward to welcoming people from all around Ireland — farmers, food producers, advisors, families, and anyone interested in the future of food and farming. Accommodation options, including onsite glamping and nearby stays, are available to help you make the most of your visit.

OUR GALLERY

ffn pastevents 7 — FFN Ambassadors Awards, 2025

ffn pastevents 3 — Farming For Nature Ambassadors Awards, 2025

ffn pastevents 4 — Inside The Gate - FFN Open Farm Day, 2025

ffn pastevents 22 — FFN Shared Island Network Day, 2025

ffn pastevents 13 — FFN Shared Island Network Day, 2025

ffn pastevents 27 — Inside The Gate - FFN Open Farm Day, 2025

ffn pastevents 26 — Inside The Gate - FFN Open Farm Day, 2025

ffn pastevents 1 — Inside The Gate - FFN Open Farm Day, 2025

ffn pastevents 21 — FFN Shared Island Network Day, 2025

ffn pastevents 17 — FFN Farm Walk - Tom Stack,2025

ffn pastevents 11 — FFN Shared Island Network Day, 2025

ffn pastevents 19 — FFN Farm Walk - Tom Stack, 2025

ffn pastevents 24 — New FFN Ambassador - Presentation Martin Crowe, 2025

Made Possible With Support

This festival is made possible through the valued support of The Shared Island Civic Society Fund, Lifes2good Foundation, National Parks and Wildlife Services and Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine.

Their contribution allows us to create a space where farmers, food producers and advisors can learn from one another and strengthen the future of farming and nature. We are truly thankful for their continued support!