The Irish Equine Industry

The equine sector contributes near on €1billion annually to the Irish economy. Over 9,000 horses are in training in Ireland as of 2012 there were 20,697 registered mares, stallions and foals. Ireland has a global reputation for breeding high quality and high performance race horses from sport horses, thoroughbreds to the traditional connemara pony. The cool Irish climate and rich limestone areas are seen providing a natural breeding ground for world-class athletic horses. Irish people are also known to have a natural "Way" with horses which has seen the country become renowned for top horsemanship.

Equestrian Tours may Include:

• Equestrian Centres
• Some of the best Show Jumping Yards
• Top Training Yards
• Stud Farms
• Rider Clinics
• Designers of Equestrian Facilities in Ireland
• Well-renowned bloodstock sales
• Equine Educational Insitutes
• Ireland's best race courses

World Leading Equine Industry

The equine industry in Ireland can be split into 3 main sectors: racing; breeding and equestrian sports. Ireland is a prominent global leader in all 3 of these sectors. Irish horses are in high demand worldwide, with exports going to 40 different countries. Coolmore Stud situated in Co. Tipperary is widely-renowned as being the world's biggest and best, thoroughbred racehorse breeding operation. It's situated on over 7,000 acres of the best limestone land Ireland has to offer which is ideal for breeding and raising thoroughbreds. For land like that at Coolmore stud to remain nutrient dense, management with care is vital to ensure both the health and growth of thoroughbreds is optimal.

Designed Around Your Interests

Your itinerary will be designed entirely around the needs and interests of your group.

Multi Discipline Tours

We can arrange farm Tours of Ireland to cover a wide range of industrial segments. Do let us know the different disciplines that interest your group and we can suggest visits to cover the range of industries they would like to experience.

Highly Specialist Tours

Our unrivalled range of agricultural contacts means we can provide highly specialist tours. If you would like your time in Ireland to focus entirely on one or a few segments, we can design an itinerary to give you the best insider experiences of Irish agricultural practices in your field.

Agricultural, Horticultural & Aquaculture

Below is a list of some of our specialist areas, but it is by no means an exhaustive list so no matter what your specialism just get in touch to let us provide a quote for your tour.

• Dairy Farm Tours
• Beef Farm Tours
• Sheep Farm Tours
• Pig Farm Tours
• Chicken & Poultry Farm Tours
• Arable & Tillage Farm Tours
• Horticulture & Nursery Stock Tours
• Equine Tours
• Forestry Tours
• Marine & Aquaculture Tours

Whilst you are here...

No visit to Ireland is complete without taking the opportunity to soak in the atmosphere of Irish City and Country life. With our years of experience we have honed our tours to ensure you see the best of real Ireland while you are here.

Amongst the Farms and Forests of Ireland, there are Ancient Stones and Crosses, Magnificent Castles and Monasteries; the sheep graze along mountain trails and the farmer enjoys live music and a pint in the local pub. Agri Tours are happy to provide these authentic Irish experiences while you visiting Irish Farms.

Your Tour Your Way

Just let us know the perfect balance for your tour and we will create a unique itinerary to match. Some groups would just like a few pointers for a great Irish pub to enjoy a drink at the end of the day, and other groups would like a much larger bias on the sightseeing aspects, spending a significant part of their time experiencing all of Ireland's magnificent history and culture.

As part of the Discover Ireland tours group, our knowledge extends far beyond the agricultural sectors of Ireland. So if you would also like to discover some of Ireland's history, experience its vibrant culture and get amongst its friendly people, we would be only too happy to incorporate these aspects into your Irish Tour.