Glamping, milk vending and self-catering ventures key focus of upcoming webinar series

Are you looking to add another realm to your farming business? Over the month of February, Teagasc will host three webinars in the area of farm diversification that may be of interest to you.

The first webinar, taking place on Thursday, February 1, will explore glamping as a gateway to farm diversification. Through the ‘Exploring Glamping as a Land Use Alternative’ webinar, you can discover how farmers and landowners can diversify income through glamorous camping experiences.

Máire Ní Mhurchú, Chair Irish Self Catering Federation, Alan Vaughan, owner of Ivy Hill Glamping Pod, and Martin Keating from Westport Glamping will delve into trends, regulatory requirement considerations and opportunities, offering actionable insights.

Success with milk vending

The second webinar in the series, scheduled to take place on February 8, will explore how farmers can supplement their income by directly selling fresh milk. Through this webinar, you will learn to add value, create a sustainable alternative revenue stream and elevate your family farm. Industry experts will feature to share their insights and success stories in terms of milk vending ventures.

Profiting from farmhouse renovation and self-catering ventures

On February 15, the focus of the third webinar in the series centres on ‘Profiting from Farmhouse Renovation and Self-Catering Ventures’.

This webinar will uncover the potential of restoring old buildings or repurposing them for self-catering income. Experienced operators in this field will explore the ins and outs, while sharing their insights. Whether seeking alternative income or embracing rural hospitality, this webinar is your key to success.