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FARMER AMBASSADOR

James Flaherty

James Flaherty from Castleisland, Co Kerry will join NDC’s troop of exceptional dairy farmers who continue to spread the message of sustainable dairy production across Ireland. The family have farmed here since 1850 and James is the next generation to carry on the farming tradition. It was always a Dairy farm and in 2020 the decision was made to install a milking robot and they haven’t looked back since.
‘There is a proud farming tradition in our family. I am the seventh generation to run our Dairy farm. However this would not be possible without the ongoing support from both my parents. They are actively involved in all aspects of the farm. My Grandfather and Father were the first in Kerry to implement the paddock system. They were very much ahead of their time. Farming is definitely challenging and changing for so many reasons. The technology that I’m using is making life a bit easier . It gives a better work-life balance. I am delighted to be involved in this programme and to get the opportunity to showcase new technologies and new farming practices such as the integration of multi-species swards.’

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