On 9 October 2025, the Irish SOILCRATES Living Lab hosted a dedicated Proposal Preparation Workshop in County Limerick, Ireland, designed to support farmers, land managers, and local stakeholders preparing to apply for SOILCRATES funding. As part of the SOILCRATES project’s commitment to participatory engagement and capacity building, the workshop provided comprehensive information on how to develop strong, territorially relevant proposals for the local pilot call.
The event brought together a diverse group of participants, including dairy, tillage, and mixed farmers, representatives from agricultural advisory services, and members of community groups interested in soil health and sustainable land management. Facilitators from the Irish Living Lab team provided an overview of the SOILCRATES funding call, outlining eligibility criteria, proposal structure, key thematic areas, and practical tips for crafting successful submissions.
Interactive sessions formed the core of the workshop, enabling attendees to work through the proposal process step by step. Participants received personalised feedback on initial project concepts, discussed strategies for stakeholder engagement, and explored ways to integrate robust monitoring and evaluation frameworks into their plans. The workshop also highlighted opportunities for collaboration among applicants and encouraged farmers to build partnerships that could enhance project impact.
The Limerick workshop underscored the Living Lab’s commitment to empowering locally driven innovation and ensuring that potential pilot actions are grounded in real agricultural contexts. By equipping participants with both technical guidance and peer support, the session strengthened the overall quality of proposals and enhanced the local understanding of how SOILCRATES funding could deliver tangible benefits to soil health and sustainable land stewardship in Irish agricultural landscapes.
This event was a key milestone in the Irish Living Lab’s engagement activities, helping to bridge the gap between interest and application, and fostering a community of practice around soil innovation.
More information : https://soilcratesireland.ie/deebert-house-hotel-kilmallock-co-limerick-proposal-preparation-workshop2/
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