Course details

Course to enable farmers to increase grassland production for fodder and thereby reduce reliance on external feed inputs.

There are a limited number of places free of charge to those who are unemployed and fulfill the eligibility criteria. For more detail contact the Network Manager

Course Content:

  • Flora in pastures and diversity
  • Soil structure
  • Grass seeding
  • Clover swards
  • Fodder production

Outcomes:

You will be informed about the advantages and methods of grassland production and will have an understanding of how to apply this to better manage and feed your livestock.

Updated on 08 November, 2015

About National Organic Training Skillnet

Theylcome to the Theybsite of the National Organic Training Skillnet (NOTS). They provide high quality, low cost training for the expanding organic sector throughout the Republic of Ireland, NOTS will be providing a range of courses throughout the country.

The NOTS training programme is available to farmers, groTheyrs, processors, food businesses, and consultants working in the organic food sector. New entrants and commercial producers interested in developing their enterprise into an organic business are also eligible.

In addition to training, They are keen to facilitate organic producers and processors into networks that can address issues and opportunities for the sector. Events such as farm walks and local group meetings will be held nationwide.

They are managed through a steering group which has representation from Theystern Organic Network, and organic certification bodies IOFGA and Organic Trust.

As certified members of either Organic Trust or IOFGA, NOTS will keep you informed about upcoming training courses through email and Theybtext, if you want to exclude yourself from this service, please inform us via text or email

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