Join us for a hands-on workshop where you’ll learn to build a mobile chicken tractor, perfect for keeping your hens healthy and the land fertilized. We’ll cover basic DIY tool use and safety, essential hen care, and the many benefits of a mobile coop. Leave with the skills and confidence to build your own and care for your flock! We’ll cover the basics of DIY tool use, including measuring, cutting, and assembling materials safely. You’ll get practical tips on using drills, saws, and fasteners, plus essential safety advice like wearing eye protection and keeping your workspace tidy. We’ll also dive into the essentials of hen care, from feeding and watering to keeping your flock safe from predators. Discover the many benefits of a mobile chicken house: fresh grazing for your hens, natural pest control, and easy fertilization for your lawn or garden. Whether you’re new to chickens or a have experience, you’ll leave with the skills and confidence to build and maintain a chicken tractor—and happier hens, too!

Síolta Chroí facilitates peer-to-peers learning among land-workers and bring quality training opportunities to communities with the aim of supporting the agro-ecological local food movement on the island of Ireland.