POSITIVE FARMERS DAIRY CONFERENCE 2027

Conference Eve Dinner: Tuesday 12 January 7:30 pm         - Radisson Blu Hotel, Cork

Dairy Conference:            Wednesday 13 January 9:00 am  - Radisson Blu Hotel, Cork

Profit with Purpose. Control What You Can. Better decisions for the year ahead.

The Positive Farmers Dairy Conference brings together dairy farmers, researchers, advisers and practical voices from Ireland and overseas for one focused day of ideas, honest discussion and better decision-making.

We will focus on the decisions that farmers can control: protecting profit, managing costs, improving grass-based systems, planning for weather extremes and building farm businesses that work for both farm and family.

This is not theory for theory’s sake. It is a day to see the numbers, challenge the thinking and take home practical ideas you can put to work on your own farm.

2026 PRICES HELD FOR EARLY BOOKINGS

Despite significant increases in hotel and other event costs, we have made the decision to hold our Conference and Dinner ticket prices at last year's levels for early bookings.

We are committed to holding these prices until 1 December 2026. With further cost increases anticipated, we will need to review pricing after that date.

If you're planning to join us in January, book early to secure your place at last year's price.

BOOK EARLY & WIN

The first 100 conference bookings will automatically be entered into our free Early Booking Draw, with two great prizes to be won:

1st Prize: One night's B&B for two at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Cork, on the night of the Conference Eve Dinner (Tuesday)
2nd Prize: Two tickets to the Conference Eve Dinner

Every session is designed around one question:

What can dairy farmers do differently to build a more profitable, efficient and enjoyable farm business?

CONFERENCE EVE DINNER

The View from Here and Beyond

Tuesday 12 January 2027 | 7.30 pm
Radisson Blu Hotel, Cork

Start the Positive Farmers Conference with an evening of good food, good company and valuable conversation.

Join fellow farmers, speakers and industry colleagues for a relaxed Conference Eve Dinner, featuring a special after-dinner conversation with Jack Kennedy, one of Ireland’s most experienced agricultural journalists and commentators, along with further guest contributors to be announced.

An enjoyable evening with plenty to take home

While the atmosphere will be relaxed and informal, the conversation will have real substance.

Jack and our guests will explore some of the issues, opportunities and changes shaping dairy farming, sharing practical insights and experiences from Ireland and overseas, including the latest learnings from New Zealand.

       2027 PROGRAMME & SPEAKERS 

PROFIT WITH PURPOSE

CONTROL WHAT YOU CAN
Better decisions for the year ahead.

A full day of insights, discussion and practical takeaways. 

From future margins and weather resilience to the management decisions that make the biggest difference to profit, the 2027 programme is built around one purpose: Helping dairy farmers make better decisions.

More speakers will be announced shortly.

OUR CONFERENCE SPONSORS

Supporting Better Decisions in Dairy Farming

We are proud to work with organisations that share our commitment to a profitable, progressive and sustainable future for dairy farming.

Gold: To be confirmed
Silver: To be confirmed
Student Competition: To be confirmed
Session Sponsors: To be confirmed

We sincerely thank our sponsors for their continued support.

PATHWAYS TO PROGRESS: STUDENT COMPETITION 

The Next Generation of Dairy Farming starts with the Ideas we Develop Today.

PATHWAYS TO PROGRESS: STUDENT COMPETITION

Open to third-level agriculture students, the Positive Farmers Student Competition gives the next generation an opportunity to bring fresh thinking to the challenges and opportunities facing dairy farming.

Competition details and entry information →

GROUP & STUDENT DISCOUNTS

Discussion Group, Teagasc staff, and Student discounts are available.

For group bookings or further information:

Email: info@positivefarmers.ie

Phone: +353 87 645 7987

ACCOMMODATION

Radisson Blu Hotel, Ditchley House, Little Island, Cork.

GPS: 51.905943, -8.357248

Stay at the Conference Hotel

Special Positive Farmers accommodation rates are available at the Radisson Blu Hotel, Cork.

Conference B&B Rates

• Single: €155 per room
• Double/Twin: €165 per room

Booking Contact:

Email: rm.cork@radissonblu.com (preferred)
Phone: +353 21 429 7064

Please mention Positive Farmers Dairy Conference 2027 when booking.

Book early. Conference accommodation is limited and can sell out quickly.

Cancellation Policy 

• Cancellations must be made by email to info@positivefarmers.ie. 
• More than 7 days before the conference: Full refund. 
• Within 7 days of the conference: Conference proceedings will be provided, and a €20 cancellation charge will apply. A refund of the remaining balance will be processed.
• Substitute delegates are very welcome. Please notify us of any name change as soon as possible. 
• We understand that unforeseen circumstances can arise. Genuine exceptional circumstances will be considered on a case-by-case basis. 

Programme details are correct at the time of publication. Positive Farmers reserves the right to add, substitute or withdraw speakers, or to make changes to the programme where necessary. 

Conference fees may be deductible as an educational farm expense. Please retain your receipt for your records and consult your accountant or tax adviser regarding eligibility. 

PROFIT WITH PURPOSE 

Control What You Can

The Culture Behind Positive Farmers

Learn from high-performing farmers, leading researchers and agri-industry experts who are helping shape the future of dairy farming.

This is your opportunity to learn what works — and who’s making it work — across Ireland, Europe and beyond.

NETWORKING THAT MATTERS

• Talk things through • Swap ideas • Build connections
• Because sometimes the right conversation can change your thinking.

Come for the ideas. Stay for the conversations. Leave with better decisions.

Positive Farmers Dairy Conference 2027
Tuesday 12 & Wednesday 13 January 
Radisson Blu Hotel, Cork

Helping Dairy Farmers Make Better Decisions.

BOOK YOUR PLACE TODAY

MEET THE POSITIVE FARMERS TEAM

Positive Farmers is a farmer-led organisation, bringing together practical farming experience, research and international thinking to help dairy farmers make better decisions.Our team shares a commitment to profitable, labour-efficient farming, strong farm businesses and a better quality of life for farming families.

Our purpose is simple:

Helping Dairy Farmers Make Better Decisions.

Michael Murphy, Gillian O'Sullivan, Aidan Brennan, Niall Murphy, Sean McCarthy, Tom & Mary O'Keeffe