2026

Explore the line-up of speakers and environmental experts from the 2026 Farming for Nature Festival. This archive preserves the insights and expertise shared by our pioneers in regenerative agriculture during this edition.

3. Dr. Jane Shackleton - FFNF Speaker 2026

Jane Shackleton

About Jane  Organic Beef Farmer • Grassland Scientist • FFN Ambassador Dr Jane Shackleton runs a 250-acre suckler-to-beef farm in County Cavan which has been certified organic for almost 30 years. The farm combines a diverse mix of grasslands, woodlands, and semi-natural habitats. Jane runs a herd of mainly Aberdeen Angus suckler cows with a […]

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2. Janet Power - FFNF Speaker 2026

Janet Power

About Janet Organic Grower • Gorse Farm • FFN Ambassador Janet Power co-runs Gorse Farm, an organic market garden near Bunclody, Co. Carlow, with her partner Jenny Watkins. Drawing on organic and no-dig principles, the farm produces leafy greens, particularly salads, supplied to local shops and restaurants, while maintaining a strong focus on soil health

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4. Helen Keys-Mulligan - FFNF Speaker 2026 (2)

Helen Keys

About Helen Flax Farmer • Innovation Broker • NFFN Steering Group Member Helen and husband Charlie farm 50 acres in rural Tyrone with fibre flax as the main output in a crop rotation. Book Your Ticket Agricultural Innovation & Nutrient Management Helen specialises in innovation techniques. She was the Innovation Broker for the Water Innovation

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