At Leitrim Organic Farmers Co-op, we believe that education and training are essential to the success of every smallholder. Whether you’re new to organic farming, exploring new markets, or scaling your farm enterprise, we’re here to help you build the skills and confidence you need.
Through our own programmes and in partnership with organisations like the National Organic Training Skillnet (NOTS), we offer opportunities for lifelong learning rooted in real-world farming challenges.
Sustainable Smallholders EU – FREE Online Training Modules
We’re proud to be a partner in the Sustainable Smallholders EU project, which developed free, open-access learning resources (OERs) for small-scale farmers. These new training modules are designed to equip smallholders, and those who support them, with practical skills in entrepreneurship, marketing, and value-added farming.
The Heritage Value of Smallholder Produce Course Overview:
A 6-part online course covering:
- Entrepreneurship Opportunities – building your business and trialling your first product
- Understanding Your Market – identifying your consumers and short food chains
- Financial Literacy – basic planning, budgets, and funding options
- Marketing Your Produce – branding, storytelling, and heritage value
- Sales Techniques – value proposition, negotiation, and sales channels
- Technology for Smallholders – tools for stock control, online visibility, and market access
These resources are being used across Europe by smallholders just like you. Download and use.
Entrepreneurship Opportunities
Building your business and trialling your first product..
Understanding Your Market
Identifying your consumers and short food chains..
Financial Literacy
Basic planning, budgets, and funding options..
Marketing Your Produce
Branding, storytelling, and heritage value..
Sales Techniques
Value proposition, negotiation, and sales channels..
Technology for Smallholders
Tools for stock control, online visibility, and market access..
