Learn about a Limerick dairy farmer's journey towards nature-friendly farming

FARMERS and interested people are invited to a farm walk with Farming for Nature ambassador Martin Crowe at his dairy farm near Doon.

Titled A Dairy Farmer's Journey Towards Nature-Friendly Farming, the Farming for Nature event takes place this Saturday, August 8 from 11am to 1.30pm.

The walk will explore the practical changes Mr Crowe has made to improve biodiversity, water quality and soil health while maintaining a productive commercial dairy farm.

Milking 190 cows across 140 hectares, Mr Crowe has reduced chemical nitrogen use, introduced multi-species swards, planted trees and hedgerows, created new wildlife habitats including ponds and established riparian buffer zones to protect local waterways.

Attendees will hear what has worked, what he has learned along the way and how gradual, practical changes are helping to build a more resilient farming system that benefits both nature and farm performance.

Farming for Nature farm walks are farmer-led events designed to share practical knowledge on managing land for both food production and biodiversity.

Lasting approximately 2.5 hours, they offer an opportunity to see working farms, discuss management approaches and connect with other farmers and nature enthusiasts. The walks cost €12 to attend, with all funds reinvested back into the farming community.

Advance booking is essential. Tickets can be booked via the Farming for Nature website: https://www.farmingfornature.ie/events/farm-walks