Talamh Beo advocates for a fundamental reorientation of the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) towards Agroecology, Food Sovereignty, and local food systems. The current proposal (COM(2025) 560) does not adequately address structural inequalities in income distribution, land access, or environmental degradation. Ireland, with its highly export-oriented agricultural economy, is extremely exposed…
Read MoreClonakilty Samhain Festival is a revival of the true, historic origins of this ancient gathering, assembling the community just as it has done for millennia to celebrate together through music, dance, story, craft and song. The festival ensures that the urgent collective duties and discourse surrounding our land, food systems,…
Read MoreTalamh Beo is deeply concerned by amendments proposed in the Council Presidency's partial general approach to the post-2027 Common Agricultural Policy (CAP). Talamh Beo calls on the Minister for Agriculture Martin Heydon to state clearly if he supports the changes proposed by the Council. If he does support these changes,…
Read MoreToday Talamh Beo is releasing their ‘Basic Income for Local Food Farmers’ policy proposal which aims at providing income support to farmers committed to feeding their local areas. This policy proposal stems from Talamh Beo’s wider Local Food Policy Framework, and follows from 18 months of in-depth primary research into…
Read MoreHow do we enable a thriving food and farming future in Ireland? Not with public campaigns like Our Food Roots. Policy makers often use the metaphor of the carrot and the stick when talking about bringing about change in social systems. The carrot, of course, is the monetary incentive; the…
Read MoreThere has never been a better time to change direction - to turn our agriculture towards Agroecology. This means farming systems that work with natural processes, reduce dependence on imported fertilisers and other inputs, rebuild soil fertility, strengthen biodiversity and reconnect our land to our people by feeding us from…
Read MoreTalamh Beo is seeking a Local Food Systems Campaign Coordinator to lead advocacy, organising and mobilisation efforts in support of local food producers across Ireland. This part-time (8-16 hours/week), 12-month role is ideal for someone with experience in campaigning, facilitation, communications and stakeholder engagement, and a strong interest in food…
Read MoreTalamh Beo are pleased to announce the launch of a new online service for people across Ireland to share land and work opportunities linked to Agroecology and Food Sovereignty.
Read MoreThere has never been a better time to change direction - to turn our agriculture towards Agroecology. This means farming systems that work with natural processes, reduce dependence on imported fertilisers and other inputs, rebuild soil fertility, strengthen biodiversity and reconnect our land to our people by feeding us from…
Read MoreTalamh Beo is calling for urgent action to protect the right of farmers and gardeners to grow, save, and exchange seeds.
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