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01, 2026
A Winter Harvest for Ireland’s Future
Just before Christmas, our team at Irish Seed Savers rolled up our sleeves and got stuck in to dig up this season’s trees. Over three days, we carefully unearthed 8,000 bare-root trees, each one destined for community biodiversity and conservation projects across Ireland. We’re currently waiting for the frosty weather to lift so [...]
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12, 2025
Safeguarding the Future: A New Chapter for the Heritage Fruit Tree Collection
In a landmark move for plant conservation and food security in Ireland, the Irish Seed Savers Association (ISSA) is proud to announce a significant new partnership with the National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS). This collaboration marks a historic step forward in our shared mission to protect Ireland’s rich horticultural heritage, with the [...]
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12, 2025
Introducing Our 2026 Seed Set Collection
Our 2026 seed sets are here! Thoughtfully curated, beautifully packaged, and ready to inspire gardens of every size. Each set features four carefully chosen heirloom or heritage varieties, packed in a reusable cotton drawstring bag with wooden labels for easy, organised planting. From vibrant vegetables to pollinator friendly blooms, there’s something to suit [...]
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09, 2025
New Book: Non-Native Invasive Plants of Britain and Ireland
This is a rare find: an ID book written by an Irish botanist and an Irish ecologist. We are delighted to share the work of Fran Giaquinto and Phoebe O'Brien. A comprehensive and heavily illustrated identification guide to non-native invasive plants. Includes a chart to quickly establish which species are controlled by national [...]
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09, 2025
Natural Cider Making Workshop – Saturday 11th October, 10am to 4pm
Natural Cider Making - Saturday 11th October, 10am to 4pm Hands on workshop in cider making. Leading you through the techniques and theory involved in cider making. We will select and harvest apples from the ISSA heritage apple orchards, mill and press them using a variety of techniques. You will come home with [...]
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08, 2025
Heritage Seed Gardens Tour – Friday 22nd August
Add to your calendars for an unforgettable experience at Irish Seed Savers in County Clare. Join us on Friday August 22nd, for a day of free guided tours through the enchanting heritage seed gardens, as we celebrate our cultural heritage. Heritage Seed Gardens Tour Join our expert garden team for a tour of the [...]
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07, 2025
Taste the Orchards Events 2025
Taste the Orchards Friday and Saturday 26th and 27th September 9.30am - 12.30pm or 2pm - 5pm Our apple tasting tours are one of the highlights of the Irish Seed Savers calendar. Our knowledgeable orchard staff will bring you on a tour of our orchards that culminates in a tasting experience, where you [...]
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06, 2025
Now Showing at Irish Seed Savers: Hanne T Fisker
Now Showing at Irish Seed Savers We’re delighted to host a new exhibition by photographer Hanne T Fisker, running from May to July 2025 here at our Cafe and Gift Shop in Capparoe, Scariff, Co. Clare. Hanne’s work is deeply in tune with nature, capturing the quiet poetry of the landscape and the soulful [...]
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06, 2025
Seán Ronayne Dawn Chorus Walk and Talk – Saturday 5th July, 5am-8am
Seán Ronayne – Bioacoustician & Founder of Irish Wildlife Sounds Seán Ronayne is an ornithologist and bioacoustician whose passion for birdsong and the natural world has taken him to every corner of Ireland. As the founder of Irish Wildlife Sounds, Seán has embarked on a first-of-its-kind mission to record the sounds of every [...]
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03, 2025
Celebrate National Biodiversity Week at Irish Seed Savers
Celebrate National Biodiversity Week at Irish Seed Savers National Biodiversity Week is a time to recognise and celebrate Ireland’s incredible biodiversity while raising awareness about the importance of protecting it. At Irish Seed Savers, we are marking the occasion with a series of free biodiversity-themed talks on Saturday, May 24th, and we invite [...]
