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Organic Farming
Biodiversity
Sustainable Agriculture
Native Woodlands
Red Clover
Ireland
Irish Organic Association
Forestry
Protein Crops
Mob Grazing
Agroforestry
Organic Beef Farming
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Doon Social Farm
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Organic Matters Podcast is brought to you every Saturday by the Irish Organic Association. Our host Hannah Quinn-Mulligan will expertly guide you through each episode as we meet organic farmers and food producers from all over Ireland. We have been certifying organic farms and businesses for 40 years and we bring you a flavour of why organic matters now more than ever. Meet some of our fantastic m... more

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In this week's episode, we meet organic farmer and entrepreneur Richard Ball, farming on the Meath/Westmeath border. Richard and his wife Bairbre switched from lambing a few hundred ewes to a more diversified operation, including agri-tourism, organi... more

This week on Organic Matters, we meet mixed farmers John and Fiona Curran in Co. Meath. The Currans manage a range of enterprises, including turkeys, tillage, beef and sheep. Fiona speaks to our presenter, Hannah Quinn-Mulligan, about raising turkeys... more

This week on Organic Matters, we meet cattle and sheep farmer Tom Keane, located on the banks of the Shannon estuary, Co. Limerick. Tom, along with his brother Michael, has been championing native breeds and conservation grazing, and he speaks about ... more

This week on Organic Matters, we meet Philip and Eleanor Cussen, who farm in Co. Tipperary. They blend their love for nature and Irish Cobs, with growing tillage and rearing suckler cattle. They talk about the conversion of the farm over 10 years ago... more

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Patrick Davoren
A farmer focusing on suckler and calf to weanling systems in organics
Episode: Season 4: Second year suckler farming in organics
Donagh O'Grady
Organic beef farmer
Episode: Season 4: Making Organic Beef Farming Work for You
Jim Stafford
Organic farmer with a focus on French Aubrac cattle
Episode: Season 3: French sucklers flourishing in east Cork

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Hannah Quinn-Mulligan
Host of Organic Matters, guiding conversations with organic farmers and food producers, highlighting insights and challenges within the organic community.

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Season 3: From International Development to Aronia Berries
Q: When can people expect their first crop when they plant them?
The blueberries are tricky, needing good care and management, while Aronia is easy to grow and maintain.
Season 3: From International Development to Aronia Berries
Q: Are there any studies, or what would you think kind of nutrient density of your berries would be?
There are randomized controlled trials showing the huge benefits of Aronia berries, which have three times more polyphenols than blueberries.
Season 3: From International Development to Aronia Berries
Q: So how did you stumble across the farm in the first place?
I saw the place and thought it was paradise.
Season 4: Buying 20ac to address short supply chain issues in organics
Q: Do you think that there is a disconnect there between organic farmers and that route to market?
Massive disconnect; the reason I started this was due to the lack of reliable sources for continuity of supply.
Season 4: Buying 20ac to address short supply chain issues in organics
Q: Have you even noticed that it's been harder over the years to get quality produce for your customers?
It was actually easier to get organic produce than it is in 2025, which is shocking.

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Focusing on organic farming, food production, and sustainable agricultural practices, the series showcases interviews with various organic farmers and producers throughout Ireland. Each episode explores the unique challenges and successes of organic operations, placing a strong emphasis on biodiversity, environmental stewardship, and community engagement. Notable themes include the impact of organic practices on local ecosystems, the economic viability of organic farming, and innovative approaches to sustainable agriculture. The series serves as a crucial platform to discuss the importance of organic methods in today's agricultural landscape, encouraging a deeper understanding of where our food comes from and the values behind organic certi... more

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