Ireland’s rural calendar is filling up fast, and the latest Forestry Events update on gov.ie gives farmers, foresters, landowners and advisors a clear guide to where the sector will be gathering over August and September 2026. Published by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, the schedule highlights some of the country’s best-known agricultural shows alongside specialist agroforestry and timber-focused events.
For anyone tracking opportunities in Agriculture, Climate Action, Rural and Community Development and farm diversification, these Forestry Events offer practical insight into woodland management, farm income options and the wider Irish forestry sector.
Forestry Events on gov.ie: key dates for August and September 2026
The new gov.ie listing brings together major public-facing events where visitors can meet experts from the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Teagasc Forestry Development and other sector bodies. These Forestry Events are designed to connect policy, practical knowledge and on-the-ground support for farmers and forest owners.
- Clonmany Show – 4 August 2026, Co. Donegal
- Applied Agroforestry Skills Training Course – 6 August 2026, Loughgall, Co. Armagh
- Tullamore Show & FBD National Livestock Show – 9 August 2026, Tullamore, Co. Offaly
- Applied Agroforestry Skills Training Course – 11 August 2026, Urlingford/Johnstown, Co. Kilkenny
- Limerick Show – 23 August 2026, Limerick Racecourse, Patrickswell, Co. Limerick
- Ireland’s Woodland Show 2026 – 29 to 30 August 2026, Inistioge, Co. Kilkenny
- Talking Timber – 1 September 2026, Charleville Park Hotel, Co. Cork
- National Ploughing Championships 2026 – 15 to 17 September 2026, Screggan, Tullamore, Co. Offaly
What visitors can expect
Across these Forestry Events, attendees can expect a mix of advisory stands, field visits, machinery demonstrations, woodland talks and practical guidance on forestry supports and applications. In particular, the agroforestry training sessions organised through the Irish Agroforestry Forum focus on how trees can be integrated into farming systems while strengthening long-term land value.
The events also reflect wider government priorities that often intersect with agencies and bodies such as Teagasc, Enterprise Ireland, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the Health Service Executive (HSE) on rural wellbeing themes, and public information ecosystems supported through gov.ie and the Revenue Commissioners for business-related compliance needs.
Why these Forestry Events matter for farmers and rural Ireland
Forestry Events are more than exhibition dates. They are important meeting points for farmers exploring diversification, existing forest owners looking to improve returns, and rural businesses following developments in timber, land use and sustainability. With policy areas such as Housing, Local Government and Heritage, Climate Action, Transport and Public Expenditure increasingly shaping land-use conversations, these gatherings provide valuable real-world context.
Events such as Ireland’s Woodland Show 2026 and Talking Timber also spotlight how woodland creation, timber production and biodiversity can work together. That matters not just for Agriculture, but also for community planning, environmental resilience and regional development.
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Highlights from the 2026 schedule
- Clonmany Show showcases how forestry can add value to a working farm.
- Tullamore Show gives visitors access to both DAFM Forestry Division and Teagasc Forestry Development stands.
- Limerick Show places forestry in a careers and agricultural development context.
- Ireland’s Woodland Show 2026 blends family attractions with serious discussion on trees, timber and woodland enterprise.
- Talking Timber focuses on understanding forests and enhancing their value.
- National Ploughing Championships 2026 brings forestry into one of the biggest gatherings in Irish agriculture.
How to plan your visit
If you are attending any of these Forestry Events, it is worth checking the individual organiser links in advance for ticketing, programme changes and travel details. Farmers may want to prepare specific questions about grant supports, woodland establishment, agroforestry models, licensing, biodiversity measures and timber market trends.
For professionals working across Social Protection, Education, Further and Higher Education, Justice, Finance or Local Government, these Forestry Events also offer insight into how forestry policy connects with rural livelihoods and the wider public service landscape.
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Conclusion
The latest Forestry Events notice on gov.ie provides a useful roadmap for anyone interested in Irish forestry, agroforestry and rural enterprise in late summer 2026. From Donegal to Cork and from Kilkenny to Offaly, these events create opportunities to learn, network and see how forestry fits into the future of Irish farming. For landowners, advisors and rural communities, the takeaway is simple: these Forestry Events are where policy, practice and opportunity meet.
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