Apple Research Update 2026

Showcasing the latest research and practical developments in Irish apple production

Join us for the Apple Research Update 2026, showcasing the latest research and practical developments in Irish apple production. The event will feature short, industry-focused presentations followed by an orchard walk to explore ongoing trials and discuss results directly in the field.

Date and Time:
Thursday, 23 April | 9:30am – 1pm

Location:
Cereals Building Conference Room & Experimental Orchard
Teagasc, Oak Park, Carlow. Eircode: R93 XE12.

Audience:
Fruit growers, Irish Apple Growers Association members, advisors, researchers, students, industry stakeholders, and farmers interested in diversifying into apple production.

About the Event:
This event brings together researchers, advisors, and industry stakeholders to share the latest insights from ongoing apple research in Ireland. The morning will begin with a series of concise, practical presentations covering varietal performance, fruit quality, rootstocks, disease management, consumer preferences, and flowering physiology.

A dedicated session on Integrated Pest Management (IPM) will focus on current adoption levels in Irish orchards, highlighting real-world challenges, opportunities, and practical strategies being implemented across the sector.

Following the indoor sessions, participants will move to the Teagasc experimental orchard for a guided walk through key research trials. Topics will include variety evaluation, training systems, and rootstock performance. This interactive session will provide an opportunity to engage directly with researchers, ask questions, and discuss practical implications for orchard management under Irish conditions.

This event is designed to be concise, engaging, and highly relevant to growers, supporting informed decision-making and knowledge transfer across the apple industry.

We look forward to welcoming you to Oak Park for a morning of research updates, discussion, and field-based learning.