Farm Forward: Farm Diversification Training Programme

Unlock New Opportunities for Your Farm

• Future-proof your farm.
• Grow new income streams.
• Build a stronger rural business.

Are you a farmer in the Ballyhoura area looking to explore new ideas, boost profitability, or adapt your farm for long-term sustainability?

This three-part evening training programme will help you discover practical, achievable ways to expand your business beyond traditional farming.

Training Overview

Three Evening Sessions:

• Wednesday, 18th March

• Wednesday, 25th March

• Wednesday, 1st April

Time: 8.00pm – 10.00pm
Location: Coote Hall, Kilmallock (V35 C993)

Course Tutor: Tom O’Leary, O’Leary & Associates Training & Consultancy Ltd

What You'll Learn 

This practical training programme will guide you through the key steps involved in developing a viable farm diversification project.

• Explore New Farm Income Opportunities
  • Real examples of successful diversification

  • Understanding income requirements and sustainability

• Generate & Test Your Business Ideas
  • Identifying viable opportunities
  • Assessing risks, resources and investment needs

• Understand Costs, Revenue & ROI
  • Operational cost planning

  • Revenue projections and potential returns

• Market Research Essentials
  • Identifying demand
  • Competitor awareness
  • Customer insights

• Develop Your Business Model
  • Product or service development
  • Defining your target market
  • Effective routes to market

• Financial Planning & Funding
  • Start-up costs
  • Sources of funding (loans and grants)
  • Pricing strategies
  • Operational cost forecasting

• Business Plan Development
  • Creating a plan that supports funder requirements
  • Documenting financial projections
  • Strengthening decision-making and long-term planning

Who Should Attend?

• Farmers, members of farm families

• Anyone exploring new income streams from an existing landholding

*Places are limited and will be allocated to farmers within the Ballyhoura area on a first-come, first-served basis.

*Participants must commit to attending all three sessions!

Register Your Interest

This training programme is currently fully booked. If you would like to be placed on a waiting list, please complete the Expression of Interest form and we will contact you if a place becomes available.

Expression of Interest

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