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Learn what’s involved in converting to organic farming with this 4-day / 2-weekend course in Organic Farming Principles. Taught by Andrew Chilton, the practical organic course is QQI Level 5 certified, and is accepted to gain access onto the Organic Farming Scheme. The course will run in Strokestown, Co Roscommon, across two weekends, Friday / […]

Learn what’s involved in converting to organic farming with this 4-day / 2-weekend course in Organic Farming Principles. Taught by Grace Maher, the practical organic course is QQI Level 5 certified, and is accepted to gain access onto the Organic Farming Scheme. The course will run in the Talbot Hotel, Carlow, across two weekends, Friday […]

Learn what’s involved in converting to organic farming with this 4-day / 2-weekend course in Organic Farming Principles. Taught by Eveline Gill, the practical organic course is QQI Level 5 certified, and is accepted to gain access onto the Organic Farming Scheme. The course will run in Mullingar, Co Westmeath across two weekends, Friday / […]

Please note: This course is now SOLD OUT. We have multiple other sessions of this course available throughout the year – including one in Kerry in April / May. Click HERE for our full course list. If you want to be added to the waiting list for this course, please fill out the form below: Learn […]

Learn about key tools for horticulture and labour efficiencies with the legendary Jim Cronin in Co Clare on September 18th, 2024. Gardening / Market Gardening is the home of efficiency. Simple tools such as a long handled hoe or a hand cart can change the time input required in the garden. We will asses cultivators, […]

PLEASE NOTE: This course is now SOLD OUT. Email info@nots.ie to go onto a cancellation list – or check out our COURSES page for other Jim Cronin courses coming up. Learn the ins and outs of Generating An Income From A Small Market Garden with the legendary Jim Cronin in Co Clare on August 21st, […]

Join iconic market garden expert Jim Cronin for an in-depth, 1-day compost making masterclass in Co Clare on September 4th, 2024. The course will cover the basics of materials to use, constructing piles, temperature control, and using the finished product. Good compost can help in having weed free fertile crops. The principles learned on the […]

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 […]

Learn the ins and outs of weeds, pests and diseases in an organic holding with iconic market gardener Jim Cronin on his farm in Co Clare in 2024. Taking place across two days in June and July, this is a new and exclusive course with one of the country’s most respected growers. The course will […]

Join iconic organic market gardener Jim Cronin for a 2-day Masterclass in Green Manures & Cover Crops on his farm in Co Clare in 2024. Green manures are the “The Underestimated Green Revolution“, and this course will cover the key topics and techniques around green manures and cover crop establishment. You will cover the different […]