Empower Your Farm – Secure Your Future

Informative Talk for Farmers | Farm Forward EIP Programme

Ballyhoura Development, as part of the Farm Forward EIP Programme, invites you to join us for the second informative talk of 2026 aimed at farmers interested in understanding more about collaborative farming options and managing farm taxation. 

Whether you are a full-time farmer, part-time, or contemplating collaboration with family members or fellow farmers, this talk will assist you in understanding your options and planning for the future.

This Informative Talks morning will provide information on:

• Collaborative farming models – including partnerships, share farming, and more
• Practical tax planning for farmers – for now and into the future

Guest speakers

We are excited to welcome our guest speakers, Joseph Collins - Agricultural Advisor and Tim Ryan, IFAC Partner & Tax Specialist, who will share their expertise and offer valuable insights.

Joseph Collins

Joseph Collins is an Agricultural Consultant with FDC, with over 18 years’ experience, based in Kanturk. He works with farmers to ensure compliance with EU and Department of Agriculture regulations and supports applications across a wide range of schemes, including Basic Payment, nitrates and derogation plans, registered farm partnerships, TAMS grants, ACRES, and compliance reporting, liaising with key bodies such as the Department of Agriculture, local authorities, NPWS, and financial institutions. 

Tim Ryan

Tim Ryan joined IFAC in 2011 and became a Partner in 2022. Based in Nenagh, Co. Tipperary, he previously worked with Ernst & Young as an Audit Supervisor and as Financial Controller with Midwest Transport. Coming from a farming background, he understands the needs of farming clients, manages a team of four, and is actively involved in his local community and GAA club, Upperchurch-Drombane.

Event Details

• Date: Wednesday, 22 April 2026
• Time: 11:00am – 1:00pm
• Venue: Deebert House Hotel, Kilmallock, Co. Limerick
• Admission: Free
• Tea & light refreshments provided

Register

Registration in advance is necessary as places are limited. To register, please fill out the form below:

Register

Or contact:

• Call/Text: 086 1708722 – Carrie O’Donoghue, Farm Succession & Generational Renewal Coach

• Email: [email protected]

The Farm Forward project is part of the European Innovative Partnerships (EIP) initiative co-funded by the European Commission and the Irish Government under the CAP Strategic Plan 2023-2027.

The Farm Forward Project