Niall Fitzharris had no experience of farming but bought a 1ac plot to grow the fruit and veg for his cafe in the Dublin mountains, where he also runs woodwork classes. He explains why he branched into food and horticulture and how he has overcome various challenges along the way Niall Fitzharris, owner of the […]
Our Correspondent Sangrur, May 2 With demand for organic crops and vegetables seeing an upward trend, farmers are also showing interest in organic farming. In Sangrur district there are reportedly over 100 farmers involved in growing crops, vegetables and fruits through organic farming methods. In the nearby areas of Sangrur, Dhuri, Bhawanigarh and Sunam, […]
Gerry Fitzsimons at his organic farm in Mullahoran Upper. Photo: Damian McCarney Previous Next Image 1 of 2 Gerry Fitzsimons at his organic farm in Mullahoran Upper. Photo: Damian McCarney Image 2 of 2 Published: Sun 28 Apr 2024, 1:00 PM Had Gerry Fitzsimons listened to the advice he was given when he started out, […]
Farmers are stewards of everything from soil and the crops that pop out of it to the microbes teeming with life underneath the surface, which together creates a biodiverse environment that enriches and renews the land for generations to come. Culinary and agriculture power couple Matthew and Tia Raiford, along with Matthew’s sister Althea Raiford […]