All courses & events

13 Sep 2026
10
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NEW! Introduction to Scything

Join Chris Hayes and discover history, theory, bodily alignment and hands on use of the scythe! Join us at Síolta Chroí for a unique, interesting and very useful/practical workshop on Scything with expert Chris Hayes! What to expect? Your Facilitator Chris worked as a private forester for ten years and after many bone rattling hours […]

Facilitator:
Joanne Fullerton
27 Sep 2026
10
:
00

Introduction to Small- Scale Dairy Farming & Processing

What does it take to produce truly local, nourishing food — from healthy animals and healthy soil to a delicious piece of cheese? Join us at Síolta Chroí for a fascinating one-day introduction to small-scale regenerative dairy farming, cheese-making and food production, led by Gypsy from Leitrim Hill Creamery. Gypsy and her family run a […]

Facilitator:
Joanne Fullerton
03 Oct 2026
10
:
00

Seeds & Seeds Saving

Join Conor O'Kane for our yearly adventure into seeds and seed saving! This class is for gardeners, farmers, and anyone interested in sustainable food growing and resilient local food systems. There will be a balance of the practicalities of seed saving with an understanding of the embodied wisdom and tales of the seeds themselves, as […]

Facilitator:
Joanne Fullerton
08 Oct 2026
06
:
00

An Introduction to Regenerative agriculture /Agroecology - Monaghan

What if farming could work better for farmers and the land? Our hope is simple: That farmers can make a fair living from farming, while leaving their farms in a better condition for the next generation than when they inherited them. Síolta Chroí are delighted to invite farmers from Monaghan and the surrounding areas to […]

Facilitator:
Joanne Fullerton
07 Nov 2026
10
:
00

Introduction to Food Forest Design

An introduction to designing and implementing a food forest - a layered, self-sustaining edible ecosystem modeled after natural forests! This 1-day intensive course provides a comprehensive introduction to designing and implementing a food forest — a layered, self-sustaining edible ecosystem modeled after natural forests. Whether you're a homesteader, community gardener, educator, or permaculture enthusiast, this […]

Facilitator:
Joanne Fullerton
04 Feb 2027
06
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00

An Introduction to Regenerative agriculture /Agroecology - Tyrone

What if farming could work better for farmers and the land? Our hope is simple: That farmers can make a fair living from farming, while leaving their farms in a better condition for the next generation than when they inherited them. Síolta Chroí are delighted to invite farmers from Tyrone and the surrounding areas to […]

Facilitator:
Joanne Fullerton

Our Approach to Pricing

We have 3 payment options to accommodate all our customers and students. Here is a typical breakdown.
OPTION 1

€120

Standard price

Our standard course fee covering all materials, instruction, and hands-on learning.

OPTION 2

€90

Subsidised Price

For those feeling the effects of the cost of living crisis. No questions asked.

OPTION 3

€150

Contributive Price

To help our courses reach everyone. Your contribution supports subsidised places for others.
All options include the same full course experience. Choose the price that works for you.
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