Organic Farming Scheme 2021
The Organic Farming Scheme will reopened to new entrants on the 1st March 2021.
IFA held an information evening for farmers who are considering applying for the scheme on 4th of March 2021
The Department of Agriculture provided details on the scheme with Teagasc supplying advice on how best to tailor your application and outline the most common pitfalls to avoid.
We heard first-hand from a farmer who has gone through the process and a Q & A session with the national certification bodies IOA and Organic Trust.
Presentations from the Meeting
Overview of Organic Farming in Ireland and IFA project team
Niamh Brennan, IFA
Reopening of OFS Scheme and Details on How to Apply
Kevin McGeever, DAFM
Converting to Organic Farming & How Best to Tailor Applications
Elaine Leavy, Teagasc
Agenda
The meeting was chaired by Nigel Reneghan, IFA Organics Team chair.
| Organisation | Presenter | Topic |
|---|---|---|
| IFA | Niamh Brennan | Overview of Organic Farming in Ireland and IFA project team. |
| DAFM | Kevin McGeever | Reopening of OFS scheme and how to apply. |
| Teagasc | Elaine Leavy | The steps to take when considering converting to organic farming & how best to tailor applications. |
| IOA and Organic Trust | Answering questions and providing advice. | |
| IFA project team member and Little Milk Company | John Liston | The farmer experience. |