Brendan Dunford

Being a ‘good ancestor’ in south Tipperary

Mark Harold-Barry manages a mixed farm which is enriched by a wonderful blend of natural habitats and heritage, with each generation leaving their own mark, writes Brendan Dunford.

CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT 9 July 2025

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Farming with intention and ambition in Co Clare

Farming with intention and ambition in Co Clare

CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT 25 June 2025

The good farmer: lessons from Lithuania

The good farmer: lessons from Lithuania

FOOTPRINT FARMERS 11 June 2025

Inch by inch: restoring habitats in Co Donegal

Inch by inch: restoring habitats in Co Donegal

Inch by inch: restoring habitats in Co Donegal

FOOTPRINT FARMERS 28 May 2025

Transformative thinking in Co Kerry

Transformative thinking in Co Kerry

Transformative thinking in Co Kerry

CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT 14 May 2025

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Finding compromise is the key to conservation for Kilkenny farmer

Finding compromise is the key to conservation for Kilkenny farmer

William Nicholson’s story is a welcome example of how farmers and ecologists can collaborate for the benefit of both the farmer and the land’s natural assets, writes Brendan Dunford.

CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT 5 February 2025

Simplifying food systems in Co Westmeath

Simplifying food systems in Co Westmeath

Pat Lalor’s farming journey shows the benefits – for food producers and consumers - of keeping things simple, consistent and grounded, writes Brendan Dunford.

NEWS 5 February 2025

Peer support for a tough transition in Co Tyrone

Peer support for a tough transition in Co Tyrone

Bronagh O’Kane faces many challenges in her move towards a more regenerative farming system, but the support of her farming peers helps keep her on-track, writes Brendan Dunford.

CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT 5 February 2025

Soil and food matters in Co Meath

Soil and food matters in Co Meath

Stuart Rogers’ fascination with soil health underpins his ambition to harness natural forces to produce nutritious food for health-conscious consumers.

FOOTPRINT FARMERS 5 February 2025

Making farming attractive – and sustainable - for future generations

Making farming attractive – and sustainable - for future generations

While the European Commission’s new 2040 vision for Agriculture reads well, failure to implement it may bring worrying consequences on a number of fronts.

CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT 5 February 2025

Footprint Farmers: seeds of change in Co Clare

Footprint Farmers: seeds of change in Co Clare

The team at Irish Seedsavers is acutely aware of the impacts of a changing climate, and very proactive in adapting to it, helping build local and national resilience, writes Brendan Dunford.

FOOTPRINT FARMERS 5 February 2025

Footprint Farmers: some green care in rural Co Mayo

Footprint Farmers: some green care in rural Co Mayo

Some rural landscapes carry a lot of pain and trauma, so it’s fitting that Paul Maguire’s vision for his farm is as a place of healing – for nature and for people, writes Brendan Dunford.

CLIMATE AND ENVIRONMENT 5 February 2025

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Top farm security ideas to keep your property safe in Ireland

Good farm security is crucial for protecting your property, livestock, and equipment from theft, vandalism, and other risks. Explore practical farm security ideas from PhoneWatch.

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