Explore every episode of the podcast Conversation Beneath The Trees
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| S1 E9 - Food from trees: Charlie Cole | 16 Nov 2024 | 00:55:33 | |
In our ninth episode we'll hear all about Charlie Cole’s small family run farm - Broughgammon - outside Ballycastle, County Antrim. Charlie’s family have turned fifty acres into a thriving multigenerational business. Find out more about Broughgammon Farm: www.broughgammon.com This episode is hosted by Catherine Cleary - www.pocketforests.ie This podcast has been produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum in association with GrowIn. It is funded by the Woodland Support Scheme provided by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. | |||
| S1 E8 - Dairy farming, trees and wildlife | 16 Nov 2024 | 01:14:21 | |
In our eighth episode, Ray Ó Foghlú is in the host's chair and he's joined by Lindsay Whistance and Mick O’Sullivan who tell us all about the relationship between trees, nature and dairy farming. Find out more about some of our featured guests’ work: Lindsay Whistance - www.organicresearchcentre.com This episode is hosted by Ray Ó Foghlú - www.hometree.ie This podcast has been produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum in association with GrowIn. It is funded by the Woodland Support Scheme provided by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. | |||
| S1 E7 - Regenerative farming, the transition | 16 Nov 2024 | 00:55:51 | |
In our seventh episode, we get to the bottom of regenerative farming, what it is and how farms can transition to a more regenerative model. Our experts are forester and farmer Rossa Gibbons, farmer Will Frazer and they're joined by Professor Jim McAdam. Find out more about some of our featured guests’ work: Will Frazer - www.growin.land Professor Jim McAdam - www.jim-mcadam.net This episode is hosted by Catherine Cleary - www.pocketforests.ie This podcast has been produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum in association with GrowIn. It is funded by the Woodland Support Scheme provided by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. | |||
| S1 E6 - Food from trees : Alan Kingston | 16 Nov 2024 | 00:56:07 | |
In our sixth episode we do a “deep dive” into how Skibbereen farmer Alan Kingston is farming with trees and berries - there will be lots of berries, including one you may not have heard of before! You can find Alan Kingston on his farm “Seamus’ Farm” in West Cork. This episode is hosted by Catherine Cleary - www.pocketforests.ie This podcast has been produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum in association with GrowIn. It is funded by the Woodland Support Scheme provided by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. | |||
| S1 E5 - Farming innovation | 16 Nov 2024 | 00:54:24 | |
In our fifth episode, we travel through time to “farms of the future” to see what innovations are on the horizon. We're joined by Brendan Digney from tech start-up Machine Eye, entrepreneur Helen Keys from GrowIn and Professor Jim McAdam. Find out more about our featured guests’ work: Brendan Digney - www.machine-eye.com Helen Keys - www.growin.land Professor Jim McAdam - www.jim-mcadam.net This episode is hosted by Catherine Cleary - www.pocketforests.ie This podcast has been produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum in association with GrowIn. It is funded by the Woodland Support Scheme provided by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. | |||
| S1 E4 - The potential for tree fodder | 16 Nov 2024 | 01:09:34 | |
In our fourth episode, we invited a panel of guests to tell us all the latest happenings in the world of tree fodder, the research into it and its potential uses. We’re joined by farmers Michael Meharg and Keith Brennan, Dr Katerina Theodoridou from Queen’s University and Professor Jim McAdam. Find out more about our featured guests’ work: Michael Meharg - www.nffn.org.uk/steering-group-northern-ireland/ Keith Brennan - www.hawthornhillfarm.com Dr. Katerina Theodoridou - pure.qub.ac.uk/en/persons/katerina-theodoridou Professor Jim McAdam - www.jim-mcadam.net This episode is hosted by Catherine Cleary - www.pocketforests.ie This podcast has been produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum in association with GrowIn. It is funded by the Woodland Support Scheme provided by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. | |||
| S1 E3 - The way ahead for agroforestry | 16 Nov 2024 | 01:01:52 | |
In our third episode, we explore what’s next for agroforestry and the development of new sustainable projects. We speak with founder and co-ordinator of the Trees on the Land project Imogen Rabone and beef farmer Clive Bright. Find out more about our featured guests’ work: Imogen Rabone - www.treesontheland.com Clive Bright - www.rareruminare.com This episode is hosted by Catherine Cleary - www.pocketforests.ie This podcast has been produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum in association with GrowIn. It is funded by the Woodland Support Scheme provided by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. | |||
| S1 E2 - Scientific research in agroforestry | 16 Nov 2024 | 00:57:06 | |
In our second episode we're going to discuss what scientists are discovering and have already discovered about farming with trees. We're joined by experts in the field Professor Jim McAdam and Dr Ian Short. Find out more about our featured guests’ work: Dr. Ian Short - https://www.teagasc.ie/contact/staff-directory/s/ian-short/ Professor Jim McAdam - www.jim-mcadam.net This episode is hosted by Catherine Cleary - www.pocketforests.ie This podcast has been produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum in association with GrowIn. It is funded by the Woodland Support Scheme provided by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. | |||
| S1 E1 - The story of the development of interest in agroforestry and permaculture | 16 Nov 2024 | 01:05:23 | |
In our first episode, we explore the history of agroforestry in Ireland. We speak with Professor Jim McAdam about his pioneering work in the 1980s, we hear from forestry inspector Eugene Curran about working with farmers and permaculture expert Donal Chambers tells us about the power of tapping into natural systems. Find out more about our featured guests’ work: Professor Jim McAdam- www.jim-mcadam.net Eugene Curran - www.gov.ie/en/organisation/department-of-agriculture-food-and-the-marine/ Donal Chambers - www.kinsalecampus.ie This episode is hosted by Catherine Cleary - www.pocketforests.ie This podcast has been produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum in association with GrowIn. It is funded by the Woodland Support Scheme provided by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. | |||
| Season 1 Trailer | 16 Nov 2024 | 00:01:21 | |
Welcome to Conversation Beneath The Trees, a podcast bringing together scientists, farmers and innovators from all around Ireland to share their ideas and experiences of farming with trees. Hosted by Catherine Cleary (Pocket Forests) and Ray Ó Foghlú (Hometree). This podcast has been produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum in association with GrowIn. It is funded by the Woodland Support Scheme provided by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine. | |||
| S2 E13 - Agroforestry insights: Boosting tillage and horticulture production and resilience | 16 Nov 2024 | 01:15:50 | |
In our final episode of Season 2, we’ve invited Imogen Rabone, Ben Raskin and Jack Browne to share their insights across boosting tillage, horticulture production and resilience including how to plan agroforestry layouts on a farm and how to diversify and create a range of habitats on your land to encourage soil and ecosystem biodiversity. Episode host: Ray Ó Foghlú Episode guests: Imogen Rabone Ben Raskin Jack Browne Resources: Organic Matter - Season 2 - Experimenting with min till and agroforestry with Jack Browne Irish Farmers Journal - Ep. 728 - Organic tillage, agroforestry and anaerobic digestion Farm Forest Episode 12 - Jack Browne Co.Carlow Agroforestry UK Facebook Group The Irish Times - The tree whisperer who has helped plant a million native trees across Ireland This podcast is produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum and funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Forestry Promotion Fund. Our hosts are Catherine Cleary and Ray Ó Foghlú, with design and production by Karishma Kusurkar from The Curated Pod and the project lead is Maureen Kilgore, Manager of the Irish Agroforestry Forum. | |||
| S2 E12 - Trees and socio-cultural influence: Recognising the value of natural capita | 16 Nov 2024 | 00:51:29 | |
In this episode we explore the science of assessing the good things that forests do for us with PhD student Kathleen Conroy. Kathleen tells us about developing a tool to measure the benefits of forests for people. We'll talk about those benefits and a future where they may lead to financial support for farmers and landowners whose farms support nature. Episode host: Catherine Cleary Episode guest: Kathleen Conroy Resources: This podcast is produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum and funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Forestry Promotion Fund. Our hosts are Catherine Cleary and Ray Ó Foghlú, with design and production by Karishma Kusurkar from The Curated Pod and the project lead is Maureen Kilgore, Manager of the Irish Agroforestry Forum. | |||
| S2 E3 - Crafting sustainable tree and sheep farming methods | 16 Nov 2024 | 01:14:36 | |
In this episode we hear from Marina Conway, Reamai Mathers and Jim McAdam who tell us about pioneering projects they have been a part of, the benefits of nurturing and planting native woodland, the agricultural and economic opportunities for farmers and practical ways to apply their knowledge to farms. Episode host: Ray Ó Foghlú Episode guests: Marina Conway Jim McAdam Reamai Mathers Resources: Professor Jim McAdam’s website Edge of the moor - Cactus guards Fiona McAuliffe - Lecturer, Rural Economy Environment And Society, Environment & Countryside This podcast is produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum and funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Forestry Promotion Fund. Our hosts are Catherine Cleary and Ray Ó Foghlú, with design and production by Karishma Kusurkar from The Curated Pod and the project lead is Maureen Kilgore, Manager of the Irish Agroforestry Forum. | |||
| S2 E2 - Inheriting a forest: Trees, succession and family legacy | 16 Nov 2024 | 01:09:50 | |
In this episode we explore what it's like to take on a forest. We hear from Olive Leavy and Brendan Guinan, two people who found themselves becoming an accidental forester and agroforester. Olive fell in love with the family forest and Brendan has turned a forest into a successful, diverse and productive farm. Episode host: Catherine Cleary Episode guests: Olive Leavy Brendan Guinan Resources: Farm Forest - Episode 2 - Olive Leavy Forestry Solution Series - Webinar 6 - Olive Leavy, Manus Crowley & Liam Byrne, ProSilva Silviculture Research International - Continuous Cover Forestry This podcast is produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum and funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Forestry Promotion Fund. Our hosts are Catherine Cleary and Ray Ó Foghlú, with design and production by Karishma Kusurkar from The Curated Pod and the project lead is Maureen Kilgore, Manager of the Irish Agroforestry Forum. | |||
| S2 E1 - The future of trees on farms: Policy that works for farmers, the environment and the next generation | 16 Nov 2024 | 01:03:18 | |
In this episode, Catherine and Ray find out how Ireland is towards the top of the European league table for hedgerows and "trees outside the forest" and explore the future for biodiversity and carbon farming. We’ll hear from Gerry Lawson and Jim McAdam who both have a wealth of knowledge across the policy landscape and the progression of agroforestry and what’s coming up next. Episode hosts: Catherine Cleary Ray Ó Foghlú Episode guests: Gerry Lawson Jim McAdam Resources: Irish Agroforestry Forum’s FT8 booklet Irish Agroforestry Forum - Conference Proceedings (November 2023) European Agroforestry Federation Professor Jim McAdam’s website Book: Advances in temperate agroforestry - Chapter 9. Types of silvopastoral system: an overview Monitoring Trees Outside Forests in the EU French Chambers of Agriculture UN Land Use, Land-Use Change & Forestry (LULUCF) EC Carbon Removals and Carbon Farming View through a window may influence recovery from surgery AFBI NI - Soil Nutrient Health Scheme Agrecalc - Coppice Willow for Cattle Grazing Forestry and logging in the EU Sophia Swan - Planning and environmental specialist at Ørsted This podcast is produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum and funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Forestry Promotion Fund. Our hosts are Catherine Cleary and Ray Ó Foghlú, with design and production by Karishma Kusurkar from The Curated Pod and the project lead is Maureen Kilgore, Manager of the Irish Agroforestry Forum. | |||
| Season 2 Trailer | 16 Nov 2024 | 00:01:44 | |
Season 2 Welcome to Conversation Beneath The Trees, a podcast bringing together scientists, farmers and innovators from all across Ireland to share their ideas and experiences of farming with trees. In our second season, we’ll be exploring a wide range of topics including how to design your farm using the right types of trees and plants, how knowledge from ancient farming practices could still be applicable today, how trees can support health and wellbeing, how diversifying farms can create new earning opportunities and the essential role trees can play in sustaining our environment now, and in the future. Episode hosts: Catherine Cleary Ray Ó Foghlú Featured guests: Henry O’Donnell Olive Leavy Dr. Eoin Galavan This podcast is produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum and funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Forestry Promotion Fund. Our hosts are Catherine Cleary and Ray Ó Foghlú, with design and production by Karishma Kusurkar from The Curated Pod and the project lead is Maureen Kilgore, Manager of the Irish Agroforestry Forum. | |||
| S2 E11 - The effect of trees and green space on our health and wellbeing | 16 Nov 2024 | 00:57:06 | |
In this episode we explore the links between our health and how we feel around trees with psychologist Dr. Eoin Galavan and GP Dr. Sean Owens who starts by telling us about an amazing elm tree he discovered near his clinic. Episode host: Catherine Cleary Episode guests: Dr. Eoin Galavan Dr. Sean Owens Resources: Irish Doctors for the Environment View through a window may influence recovery from surgery This podcast is produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum and funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Forestry Promotion Fund. Our hosts are Catherine Cleary and Ray Ó Foghlú, with design and production by Karishma Kusurkar from The Curated Pod and the project lead is Maureen Kilgore, Manager of the Irish Agroforestry Forum. | |||
| S2 E10 - Trees on farms: Improving soil and productivity | 16 Nov 2024 | 00:58:40 | |
In this episode we explore the crucial nature of the health of our soil with Dr. Aga Soil Scientist and farmer Liam O'Connor tells us about his journey from engineering to forestry. Episode host: Catherine Cleary Episode guests: Dr. Aga Soil Scientist Liam O'Connor Resources: Conker Nature Magazine - Vol XX Agri Insider - Innovators' Year: Gleann Buí Farm Episode 3: Digging for Answers This podcast is produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum and funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Forestry Promotion Fund. Our hosts are Catherine Cleary and Ray Ó Foghlú, with design and production by Karishma Kusurkar from The Curated Pod and the project lead is Maureen Kilgore, Manager of the Irish Agroforestry Forum. | |||
| S2 E9 - Protecting Ireland's waterways: The power of trees as a 21st century environmental tool | 16 Nov 2024 | 01:08:05 | |
In this episode we hear from Paul O’Callaghan and Mike O’Connor about the impact of farming and climate change on our water systems, catchment science, how agroforestry could provide solutions to improve water quality and drainage and how trees can benefit the ecosystem in and around our water bodies. Episode host: Ray Ó Foghlú Episode guests: Paul O’Callaghan Mike O’Connor Resources: Local Authority Waters Programme Duhallow Farming for Blue Dot Catchments - Booklet of Measures Duhallow Farming for Blue Dot Catchments EIP DEMO Farms The battle for phosphorus is intensifying - University of Southern Denmark LA Waters - Citizen Science Stream Index Farming for Water European Innovation Partnership Climate Resilient Reforestation Pilot Scheme This podcast is produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum and funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Forestry Promotion Fund. Our hosts are Catherine Cleary and Ray Ó Foghlú, with design and production by Karishma Kusurkar from The Curated Pod and the project lead is Maureen Kilgore, Manager of the Irish Agroforestry Forum. | |||
| S2 E8 - Medicinal trees: Healing livestock and farmers | 16 Nov 2024 | 00:53:18 | |
In this episode we talk to medical herbalist Anne Stobart about the long and fascinating story of plants being used as medicine for people and animals. Episode host: Catherine Cleary Episode guest: Anne Stobart Resources: Learn about Medicinal Forest Gardening Medicinal Tree Research References Book: Trees and shrubs that heal Book: Medicinal Forest Garden Handbook This podcast is produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum and funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Forestry Promotion Fund. Our hosts are Catherine Cleary and Ray Ó Foghlú, with design and production by Karishma Kusurkar from The Curated Pod and the project lead is Maureen Kilgore, Manager of the Irish Agroforestry Forum. | |||
| S2 E7 - The art of forest gardening | 16 Nov 2024 | 01:02:32 | |
In this episode we talk to economic botanist Andrew Ormerod about the best plants to grow in a forest garden. He's joined by permaculture expert Donal Chambers and Department of Agriculture Food and the Marine district forestry inspector Eugene Curran who has a special interest in agroforestry and the value of permaculture in creating sustainable food systems. Episode host: Catherine Cleary Episode guests: Andrew Ormerod Donal Chambers Eugene Curran Resources: Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Cornwall and South West Fruit Focus Cork College of FET - Kinsale Campus Green Spaces for Health - Cork City The Agroforestry Research Trust Book: Food for Life - Your Guide to the New Science of Eating Well This podcast is produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum and funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Forestry Promotion Fund. Our hosts are Catherine Cleary and Ray Ó Foghlú, with design and production by Karishma Kusurkar from The Curated Pod and the project lead is Maureen Kilgore, Manager of the Irish Agroforestry Forum. | |||
| S2 E6 - Cattle, trees and the hills: A balanced approach | 16 Nov 2024 | 01:10:02 | |
In this episode, we chat to John Holland, Henry O’Donnell and Nikki Yoxall who discuss upland farming, ancient farming practices, what is most sustainable for farming, what type of animals are most appropriate for our landscape, and how to tap into animals’ natural instincts when it comes to grazing, shelter and location. Episode host: Ray Ó Foghlú Episode guests: John Holland Henry O’Donnell Nikki Yoxall Resources: Scotland’s Rural College (SRUC) - Hill & Mountain Research Book: Transhumance and the making of Ireland’s Uplands (1550-1900) This podcast is produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum and funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Forestry Promotion Fund. Our hosts are Catherine Cleary and Ray Ó Foghlú, with design and production by Karishma Kusurkar from The Curated Pod and the project lead is Maureen Kilgore, Manager of the Irish Agroforestry Forum. | |||
| S2 E5 - The role of trees in dairy farming | 16 Nov 2024 | 01:04:11 | |
In this episode we hear from Lindsay Whistance and David Kerr who discuss the day-to-day operations of a dairy farm and how agroforestry can support and strengthen it. We chat about milking systems in the UK, Ireland and beyond, whether there are any “easy wins” in terms of agroforestry for busy farmers and the types of tree fodder that can naturally benefit cattle on the farm. Episode host: Ray Ó Foghlú Episode guests: Lindsay Whistance David Kerr Resources: This podcast is produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum and funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Forestry Promotion Fund. Our hosts are Catherine Cleary and Ray Ó Foghlú, with design and production by Karishma Kusurkar from The Curated Pod and the project lead is Maureen Kilgore, Manager of the Irish Agroforestry Forum. | |||
| S2 E4 - Remembered cures: The long history of connection between plants, human and animal health | 16 Nov 2024 | 00:52:57 | |
In this episode we talk to sheep farmer and ethnobotanist William Milliken who works at the Royal Botanic Gardens at Kew. He researches the relationship between plants and people, how we've used plants to cure ourselves for generations. Much of his research has centred on an Irish collection that is a treasury of ancestral knowledge of traditional cures for animals and people. Episode host: Catherine Cleary Episode guest: William Milliken Resources: Royal Botanical Gardens - Kew - Dr. William Milliken Ethnoveterinary Medicine Project at Kew Book: Flora Celtica - Plants and People in Scotland Ethnoveterinary Data in Britain and Ireland: can native herbal medicine promote animal health? This podcast is produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum and funded by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine Forestry Promotion Fund. Our hosts are Catherine Cleary and Ray Ó Foghlú, with design and production by Karishma Kusurkar from The Curated Pod and the project lead is Maureen Kilgore, Manager of the Irish Agroforestry Forum. | |||