Agri Aware Open Farm Day in Ardrahan :Sunday, June 15 Fahy Family Beef Farm, Ardrahan, Co. Galway - H91 TPD2
Join us as we broadcast live from the Open Farm Day at Joe and Kevin Doran’s Farm in Ardrahan. Valerie Hughes on The Wagon Wheel we be on the farm, providing updates throughout the day on this informative and educational event. The day offers a valuable opportunity to learn more about farming practices, food production, and rural life, with a variety of activities and demonstrations for all ages.
Dondale Farm
Established in 1964, Dondale Farm is made up of 160 pedigree Holstein Friesian dairy cows. Father and son duo Joe and Kevin Doran, work in partnership together along with help from their extended family.
Operating a liquid milk system is no easy feat - the milk they produce will likely end up in the milk cartons on our shelves 365 days per year. They were named Master Breeder by the Irish Holstein Friesian Association last year, a testament to years of dedication, genetics, and passion for quality milk produce.
Speaking on the initiative, Kevin noted: “When I was approached about hosting Open Farm I immediately said yes. I’ve always wanted to give children the chance to learn where their food comes from and there’s no better classroom than the farm itself. Hands-on learning is what makes the biggest impact.”
Aonghusa Fahy operates a herd of approximately 35 spring calving suckler cows with his wife Olivia and their two daughters.
He is a part-time farmer, working full-time off farm as a secondary school teacher, with subjects including Agricultural Science, DGC and Construction.
As a Teagasc Future Beef Farmer, he strives to produce quality as efficiently as possible making it more environmentally and socially sustainable.
At the launch, Aonghusa noted: “As generations pass, the connection between food and its origins is increasingly being lost, even in rural communities. We take immense pride in what we do, from the care we give our animals to the quality of food we produce. Through Open Farm, we want to share our story and show the public how we’re farming sustainably for the future.”
Agri Aware Open Farm Day in Ardrahan this Sunday 15th June.
