FFN Festival Speakers | 2026
About Gareth
Tillage Farmer • Co. Louth • FFN Ambassador
Gareth is a Farming For Nature Ambassador and is a tillage farmer based from Co. Louth, where he manages 242 hectares of land using conservation agriculture principles.
No-Till & Soil Resilience
Since transitioning to no-till farming, Gareth has focused on improving soil health, reducing inputs and building resilience through diverse crop rotations and cover cropping. His system includes a wide range of cereals, legumes and companion crops, supporting both productivity and soil health.
Biodiversity & Wildlife Corridors
By minimising soil disturbance and chemical use, he has enhanced soil structure, reduced carbon loss and created conditions where wildlife can thrive. Birds of prey, owls and even otters have returned to the farm, supported by carefully developed habitats and wildlife corridors.
BASE Ireland Advocacy
A founding member of BASE Ireland, Gareth is a strong advocate for regenerative tillage and actively shares his experience with other farmers
As a Farming for Nature Ambassador, Gareth shares his experience with regenerative tillage, soil structure restoration, and habitat conservation, highlighting the link between low-disturbance farming and thriving local wildlife.
See Gareth at the Festival
Join Gareth at the Farming for Nature Festival and hear his insights on regenerative tillage and wildlife habitats.
