Organic Farming
The Level 5 Introduction to Organic Farming course (QQI accredited component award) is aimed at those both looking to enter organic farming and to those who have recently entered the sector.
| Award Name | Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) |
|---|---|
| NFQ Classification | Minor |
| Awarding Body | QQI |
| NFQ Level | Level 5 NFQ |
| Award Name | NFQ Classification | Awarding Body | NFQ Level |
|---|---|---|---|
| Level 5 Component Award (Level 5 NFQ) | Minor | QQI | Level 5 NFQ |
Further information
For further information contact
Elaine Leavy, Teagasc,
Phone: 046 9026711,
email: elaine.leavy@teagasc.ie
or
Joe Kelleher,
Phone: 069 66329
email: joe.kelleher@teagasc.ie
The course will equip learners with the knowledge and skills regarding the principles of organic production, how to interpret organic production standards, and how to assess the economic viability and market opportunities for organic production. This course satisfies the educational requirement to enter the DAFM Organic Farming Scheme (OFS).
5N20423 Organic Farming Principles
Elaine Leavy, Organic Specialist
Teagasc, Grange Advisory Office,
Grange, Dunsany, Co. Meath. C15 PW93
Phone: 046 9026711,
email: elaine.leavy@teagasc.ie
or
Joe Kelleher
Organic Specialist
Teagasc, Gortboy, Newcastle West,
Co Limerick.V42 D603.
Phone: 069 66329
Email. Joe.Kelleher@teagasc.ie.