The indomitable pilgrim Anja Bakker is off again on foot on April 2: This time on a prodigious journey that, if successful, will take her all the way from West Cork to Jerusalem, travelling anywhere between 6000-8000 km on foot over the next year, all the while carrying her harp […]
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With the uncertain climate ahead for farmers and consumers, Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine Charlie McConalogue talks to Tommy Moyles about what is being done to meet these challenges You recently put together a national food and fodder security committee, what are the principal drivers of this and […]
Yvon O’Flynn is busy with lambing. Mary O’Brien finds an air of anticipation and hope on the farm that comes with the arrival of spring and new life – Yvon’s seven nanny goats have already birthed eight beautiful offspring. The small farmer gifts all her kids, unless she needs a […]
It is wonderful see the young seedlings that were sown a few weeks ago beginning to appear over the ground. The first leaves of lettuce, chard, and other salad plants remind us of sunny summer days, lighter food, and outdoor dining. However, this is also the time to think of […]
You might be surprised to hear that behind the Fruit Hill Farm online shop – Ireland’s specialist for environmentally-friendly house, farm and garden supplies – is a busy and experienced team of 18 people working surrounded by lush green fields between Drimoleague and Bantry. With an excellent selection of seeds […]
Don’t be too surprised if you pass a well-dressed man in an Italian suit grasping a beautiful dried floral bouquet some day soon on a street in Clonakilty. If Hunter & Bloom, Clonakilty town’s newest stylish addition to its retail scene, has anything to do with it, this could very […]
