Sustainable Practices from Pasture to Table
Sheep Tours
Flexible with Variety
Ireland’s sheep farming sector is a cornerstone of its rural economy, renowned for its high-quality lamb and its integral role in maintaining diverse landscapes. Join Farm Tours Ireland for an immersive Sheep Tour and delve into the traditional practices, modern innovations, and sustainable approaches behind Irish lamb production.
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With over 4 million sheep and approximately 2.6 million breeding ewes across around 36,000 farms, the sector is vital to rural communities and the national agri-food industry.
Irish sheep farmers primarily operate a grass-based system, utilising the country’s extensive grasslands and ideal climate to produce highly sought-after lamb. The industry is highly diverse, ranging from hardy hill sheep systems to more intensive lowland lamb production. Ireland is a significant exporter of lamb, with exports typically valuing around €400-500 million annually, reaching markets across Europe and beyond. The average Irish sheep flock size is approximately 70-80 ewes, though this varies significantly between expansive mountain grazing and smaller, more intensive lowland operations. This diversity showcases a unique blend of traditional knowledge and modern efficiency.
With Farm Tours, you will discover
Our expertly curated tours provide unparalleled access to genuine, working Irish sheep farms throughout the country, ensuring you experience a diverse range of farming systems and practices. Tours of commercial farms often include captivating sheepdog demonstrations, showcasing an integral part of Irish sheep management. Through visits to our dynamic range of host farms, you will discover:
Throughout Ireland
Sheep excellence throughout Ireland
With a network of around 200 farms, we are sure to make your farming journey in Ireland a wonderful one!
Why us?
Our expertly curated tours provide unparalleled access to genuine, working Irish sheep farms throughout the country, ensuring you experience a diverse range of farming systems and practices.
