Join experienced salad grower Jim Cronin for an in-depth, 1-day organic salad growing masterclass in Co Clare.

Salad leaf production is lucrative as a crop, is sought after by customers, requires attention to detail, and also works as a stand alone crop. Learn the ins-and-outs of salad leaf production from tutor Jim Cronin (highly-respected salad leaf grower and market gardening expert).

The course will be held on Jim Cronin’s farm in Co Clare with examples of salad varieties visible on the day.

Course Information:

• Date: Wednesday August 7th, 2024
• Time: 10.00am to 4.30pm
• Venue: Jim Cronin’s Farm, Ballyknavin, Bridgetown, Co Clare
• Trainers: Jim Cronin
• Cost:  €60 when you sign up through NOTS

Course Content / Topics:

• Seed sourcing
• Varieties
• Growing conditions
• Planting techniques
• Polytunnel production / Outdoor production
• Weed control
• Pests and diseases
• Successional sowing
• All year round production
• Yields
• Financial returns
• Marketing, and more