About
Us
Our goal is to grow food, support biodiversity, build climate resilience and to inspire others to grow their own food.
Our farm is located in South Tipperary along the banks of the Thonoge river (An Tonnóg), a tributary or the river Suir. The farm is 4 acres, naturally split into two areas. The area that runs along the river has been left untouched for many years and is developing into a woodland. This area is minimally managed with natural ecological succession leading the way. Any management that occurs here is aimed at enhancing and creating habitats for wildlife.
The other half is our edible ecosystem consisting of our food forest, vegetable garden and nursery. Biodiversity conservation is our top priority along with self-sufficient, climate-resilient food production and education. We do not use any chemicals and focus upon building healthy soil via the principles of no-dig, mulching and green manures.
The farm is run by Thomas, Laura & Willow. Thomas is a zoologist with a PhD in animal behaviour and conservation. Thomas has years of university teaching experience within Ireland and the UK and possesses a Royal Horticultural Society (RHS) qualification. Laura is a nurse & MLD therapist. Willow is 2 years old and is head of bumblebee and bird spotting. We believe that diverse small scale farms are a critical component in the fight against biodiversity loss and climate change.
Food Forest Nursery
Our aim is to supply trees and planting systems for productive, resilient landscapes.
We specialise in fruit and nut trees, native species, and designed agroforestry and food forest systems suited to Irish condtions. Whether you're establishing a farm scale planting, a food forest, or a small orchard, our focus is on reliable trees and practical systems that support long term productivity.
Trees are propagated and grown on-site using proven cultivars alongside locally sourced seed and material, maintaining genetic diversity and adaptability. This results in trees that are better suited to variable conditions and long term resilience.
Our work is rooted in the belief that diverse, small scale planting systems can contribute to food security, biodiversity, and climate resilience.
