Agr-Environment Topics

CAFRE offers a range of Agri-Environment training courses that are designed for persons with a wide range of previous experience.  

Members of an Agri-Environment Scheme such as the Countryside Management Scheme or Environmentally Sensitive Areas Scheme are expected to attend a training programme which consists of:

  • Field Boundary Management including Tree and Hedge Planting
  • Cross Compliance
  • Dealing with Farm Wastes.

Farmers who have joined the New Entrants Scheme must attend:

  • Field Boundary Management including Tree and Hedge Planting
  • Cross Compliance
  • Dealing with Farm Wastes
  • Nitrates Information Meeting

Workshops are open to all farmers or members of their families who wish to take part.