Farming for Nature Festival
The Farming for Nature Festival is a sustainable agriculture event held at Ballykilcavan Farm and Brewery in Stradbally, Co. Laois. The inaugural two-day gathering focuses on nature-friendly farming practices, offering workshops, field demonstrations, and cultural activities like live music and food tastings for both professionals and the public.
- Date
- Jun 22-23, 2026
Event summary
Highlights
- Solstice-inspired communal dinner
- Workshops on soil health and water resilience
- Field demonstrations of nature-friendly farming
- Talks by celebrity chef Darina Allen
The festival program features a mix of educational and social events. Activities begin with a solstice-inspired evening including a communal meal of sustainably produced food, followed by music and tastings of local wine and beer. The main schedule includes farmer-led sessions ranging from entry-level biodiversity talks to technical workshops on water resilience and farm finance.
Notable contributors to the event have included celebrity chef Darina Allen, Patrick Holden of The Soil Association UK, and nutritionist Dr. Steve Collins. Supported by various Irish government departments and civic funds, the festival concludes with fireside chats and evening entertainment, providing a positive space for food lovers and producers to share knowledge.
Practical details
Before attending
Check the sources below for current opening times, admission prices and registration requirements. A date range does not mean the event runs continuously or that admission is free.
Sources and further information
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- Farming for Nature Festival puts farmers at heart of sustainable food future www.waterford-news.ie
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