Out the Gap

"Necessity is the mother of all invention". Behind the scenes at 'Marteye'; The evolution of livestock trading. Support the pod: Buy me a coffee In this episode we meet Jamie Nolan in County Carlow. Jamie is one of the founders of this very innovative company. Due to the Covid pandemic livestock marts were forced to adapt very quickly in the way that livestock could be traded. Through necessity the Marteye operation system and App was created and has continued to evolve since then. It's no exaggeration to say that the system has revolutionised the trading of livestock in this country and further afield. Get in touch with OUT THE GAP: nbclancy@hotmail.com Follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

The end of an era for Gill Smith. Reflections on a life spent amongst her cows. Support the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/outthegappodcast On this episode join us on Gill's farm in County Cork which lies on the edge of Cork city itself. We hear about her decision to retire from a life spent dairying and of the plan she hatched for her beloved herd. We touch on her obsession for rare and native breeds down through the years and meet some of her livestock. Gill highlights particularly the work put in over the years involved in getting the native Droimeann officially recognised as a pedigree breed. We find out about Gill's childhood, how she had to take over the farm as a teenager due to her father's poor health and also about a life spent showing stock. Above all in this episode we meet a lady who loves her livestock. Get in touch; nbclancy@hotmail.com  Follow us: FACEBOOK; Out the Gap Instagram; @outthegappodcast  

Support the podcast: https://buymeacoffee.com/outthegappodcast Meet the great Andy Frazier! Join us on our latest episode as Noel meets Andy as he is over on a recent trip to Ireland. Andy is the man behind the well known pedigree livestock podcast, 'Toplines and Tales'. He has had a very interesting and varied life which started off in the cattle 'fitting', grooming and showing game. He has a great passion for livestock and the people who breed them and he has turned his hand to many things in the course of his life so far. He is well travelled, has had a variety of careers and has written a long list of books(including a recent one on the history of the Aberdeen Angus breed). Andy currently resides on a smallholding in France.  Get in touch with us: Email; nbclancy@hotmail.com  FB; OUT THE GAP podcast Insta; @outthegappodcast

It's a long way to Tipperary for New Zealander, Courtney Brodie! Support the podcast: www.buymeacoffee.com/OUTtheGappodcast Join Courtney as she chats to Noel whilst out and about on the farm in south Tipperary. We hear about life growing up on a sheep and cattle farm on the north island of New Zealand. We find out about her experiences working on farms in Ireland and of how she loves travelling in Europe. We also get a great insight into her fantastic adventure working on a large cattle station in northwest Australia and also what it was like to get a taste of the Australian harvest. Email the podcast; nbclancy@hotmail.com  FB; OUT THE GAP podcast Imstagram; @outthegappodcast      

Who exactly are the 'Scallion eaters'?! - join us for a farm visit in the east of the country. On our latest episode we visit Joe Nolan in County Carlow and chat about everything from converting to an organic system to the joy of working Border Collies.  We discuss how Joe has left the world of finance behind in order to return to full time farming and we also meet his beloved pedigree Charollais sheep, the 'Kilconnor Flock'. During this episode we also get a glimpse into Joe's love for soccer, especially the 'League of Ireland' and we also delve into his rich family history in the Carlow area. It was a privilige to walk the farm and chat to Joe on a beautiful Autumn day. Support the podcast: buymeacoffee.com/OUTtheGAPpodcast Contact us: Email; nbclancy@hotmail.com FB; OUT THE GAP podcast Insta; @outthegappodcast

  Fishing, smoking, sea and the art of filleting - a visit to The Connemara Smokehouse. On a Summer's evening on the west coast of Ireland we meet Graham Roberts of, 'The Connemara Smokehouse', www.smokehouse.ie . Graham is very passionate about what himself and the family produce in their unique business here on the coast of Connemara which focuses on the art of traditionally smoking Atlantic seafood for the last forty or so years. We chat everything from his family history in the fishing industry, to what they have evolved their business into today. We follow the drying and smoking process right through, aswell as touching on the family's new venture into the on-site coffee business. I really enjoyed visiting and chatting with Graham and I hope you, the listener enjoy listening. Get in touch! Email; nbclancy@hotmail.com Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 Insta; @outthegappodcast FB; Out the Gap podcast page

Overlooking the valley of Slievenamon in the heart of the 'Golden Vale' , Nicholas Ryan farms tillage and beef alongside his father, James. Join Nicholas and I as we take a walk around this lovely farm which abounds with beautiful old hedgerow trees which are home to many birds including the Barn Owl and we visit the site of the ruins of the medieval church and castle which are still visible today. We hear about the system they operate on their mixed enterprise farm, the work Nicholas is involved in to promote biodiversity with the upcoming Clonmel Show and also get a glimpse into his business, 'Golden Vale Research' as well as hearing about his childhood on the family farm and where he ended up before he made the decision to return home. Email; nbclancy@hotmail.com Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 FB; Out the Gap podcast Instagram; @outthegappodcast  

Porridge, ploughing and sleeping on Bees! On a rare sunny evening in a very challenging Spring I caught up with Kevin Scully in a field on the family farm as they ploughed in preparation for sowing their Oat crop. Kevin and family grow and mill the only certified organic gluten free Oats in the country on their farm in the midlands of Ireland. It was a pleasure to meet and chat to Kevin about their story, their wonderful products and the history of their farm. www.themerrymill.ie To get in touch with Out the Gap contact us on nbclancy@hotmail.com or follow us on Twitter, Instagram or Facebook. Thank you for listening!  

Family farm life in Wales-on our first episode of 2024 we meet Will and Sarah Evans whilst they are over on holiday in county Cork. Many listeners will remember Will's very popular, 'Rock 'n' Roll Farming' podcast. We had great fun recording this one and it was great to meet this lovely couple! Hear about their family and life in general on their mixed enterprise farm. We chat about everything, from selling vegetables direct and how it was tricky to make a margin, their use of homegrown feedstuffs on their farm and we even touch on the future of tenancies in the UK and what plans they have themselves for the future. Will and Sarah also give a great and very honest insight into Will's difficulties in recent years involving his mental health, how everything came to a head and how he now copes by managing his stress better and has come out the other side. To get in touch email; nbclancy@hotmail.com Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 FB; Out the Gap podcast page Insta; @outthegappodcast

A Winter's morning in Cahir farmer's market. Join us on a cool Winter's morning as we talk to stallholders and shoppers at the long established farmer's market in Cahir near the Tipperary/Cork border, a market which recently celebrated it's twenty year anniversay. We really enjoyed meeting and recording with some great characters on the day on what is our final podcast episode of 2023.  To get in touch with OUT THE GAP email nbclancy@hotmail.com Connect with us on social media: Instagram; @outthegappodcast FB; OUT THE GAP PODCAST page Twitter; @OutheGapPodca1

Barley, Beer and family farming in the midlands. Join David Walsh-Kemmis and myself in Ballykilcavan on the family's beautiful farm in County Laois as we explore their journey so far in the brewing business. Hear about their fantastic restoration project involving the traditional farm buildings, setting up an on-farm brewery and how they've now incorporated a visitor centre on site too.  This is a place with a rich history, biodiversity and is a beautiful farm interspersed with native woodlands which are managed as 'continuous cover'. I really enjoyed the visit to Ballykilcavan. I hope you, the listener does too!  Email; nbclancy@hotmail.com FB; Out the Gap Podcast page Twitter; @Outthe GapPodca1 Insta; @outhegappodcast

Meet the team at 'Lackendarra Stables'. On a lovely October morning join Noel as he meets the team working and farming at Lackendarra Stables' outside Mallow in rural county Cork. Eddie Linehan along with brother and sister team, Dan and Jane O'Meara specialise in buying year old Thoroughbred horses every Autumn which they then 'break' and prepare for resale in the following year at special 'breeze up' sales. They also have a small number of breeding mares on site. This former dairy farm is also home to a drystock beef enterprise alongside some contract rearing. Join us for a morning spent out in the yard with the gang as they went about their busy day. Email; nbclancy@hotmail.com Insta; @outthegapodcast FB; Out the Gap podcast page Twitter; @OutheGapPodca1      

Brucellosis and TB herd culls, 80's interest rates, travel, family life and a men's shed on wheel's. Meet Co. Laois based, Matt Doyle as we delve into his varied life. Hear about his childhood in rural Laois and of losing a farm livestock business not once but twice aswell as having to deal with crippling 80's interest rates. We hear about the highly successsful group of local, 'mens shed on wheels', how vintage bicycles have brought a group of retirees together and of how the Ukrainian refugees have integrated within the local community. Email; nbclancy@hotmail.com Instagram; @outthegappodcast FB Page; Out the Gap podcast  Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1    

Canoeing, wool spinning, turf wars, farming, politics and more! Meet wool spinner, Séamus Kirwan on a Summer's evening and join myself and Séamus as we chat about his life and his passion for his craft. In a beautiful part of Galway on the west coast of Ireland I hear all about this intricate art of working with wool and find out about the hours of work that go into each piece. I was also lucky enough to be let have a go on a spinning wheel under the guidance of the man himself, whilst we were recording. As the listeners will hear, Séamus is a very engaging individual and shares many stories and lessons from his life so far. Email; nbclancy@hotmail.com Insta; @outthegappodcast Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 FB; Out the Gap podcast page  

Farming in the shadow of the 'Devil's Bit'. Join Tipperary beef farmer, Catherine Guest as we walk and chat on her beautiful farm in north Tipperary.  Catherine has a very evident deep love for the land, her area and the animals in her care. We hear about the generations before her who worked this farm and how in her everyday work she feels many of the features on her property such as the hedgerows provide a ''link to the past''. We discuss the many challenges facing the agricultural industry in general and what the future might have in store on Catherine's own farm. Email; nbclancy@hotmail.com Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 FB; Out the Gap podcast Insta; @outthegappodcast

The Long Draw-life as an agricultural contractor. On a lovely Summer's day Noel catches up with John Drennan of 'Drennan Agri' as himself and his crew are harvesting grass in the midlands of Ireland. It is obvious from our chat that despite many challenges John loves what he does. John has been immersed in contracting for decades, providing a variety of services to farmers in his region. We hear how he started out as well as how things have changed and also of the many challenges facing agri contractors currently. We also chat to Karol Duignan, president of the FTMTA(Farm Tractor and Machinery Trade Association) who joins us in the field for a quick chat. Email; nbclancy@hotmail.com Facebook; Out the Gap podcast Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 Insta; @outthegappodcast

What does it mean to sell the family farm? Hear Denis Cahalan's story of his upbringing on a mixed farm and of life in a school system where violence was commonplace. Find out about his inspiring story of going back to education in his mid fifties and of his decision to change his life and sell the family farm, all the while whilst living with Sarcoidosis disease.   It was a pleasure to spend time with Denis and to hear his personal tale.   GET IN TOUCH! Email; nbclancy@hotmail.com Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 FB; Out the Gap podcast page Insta; @outthegappodcast

Life in the Furrows-a day spent turning the sod. On a hardy Winter's day join us for a day meeting competitors from around the country as they compete in a ploughing competition on the Tipperary/Offaly border. We meet male and female competitors aswell as some of the vountary organisers that run the whole thing and find out a bit more about this hobby which for some is bordering on being an obsession. As I found out over the course of the day, competition ploughing is an art in itself and requires great skill and precision. From vintage machinery enthusiasts to horse drawn participants, we chat to an array of people and find out just what they love about these competitions and what drives them to keep competing every year. Email: nbclancy@hotmail.com Facebook page: OUT THE GAP PODCAST Insta: @outthegappodcast Twitter: @OuttheGapPodca1

A dog's life in the uplands. On a beautiful Winter's day in the Glenasmole valley we meet Donie Anderson and his trusted team of Border Collies. Hear about how life in the Dublin hills. Meet the hardy sheep and the even hardier people who have shaped this landscape. We find out from Donie how farmers in this region are working together to re-populate some areas of Broadleaf trees and implementing other measures as part of modern environmental schemes. We also get a great insight into the real stars of the show, his team of dogs and of their importance to managing sheep in this vast terrain. Email; nbclancy@hotmail.com FB; Out the Gap   Insta; @outthegappodcast Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1

From Cow to Cone! The story of Muckross Creamery. On a Winter's day in county Kerry in the southwest of Ireland, hear all about the Fleming family and their wonderful ice cream. We visit the cows themselves and chat amongst them and we check out the milking facilities aswell as the creamery where the end product is produced. Hear all about the beautiful area in which the farm is situated, nestled right at the edge of Killarney National Park. We find out about the family history and why John's own immediate family 'took the plunge' and decided to start producing and marketing this beautiful product. We also discover the strong family connection with the traditional sport of rowing and hear about how Santa himself ended up in the old family cottage for an extended period last December! Email; nbclancy@hotmail.com Facebook; Out the Gap podcast Insta; @outthegappodcast Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1

It's a family affair! What makes the rural agricultural shows such an institution? Why it's the people of course! Join Noel on a day spent at Dualla showgrounds for the annual Dualla Show. We meet many of the people who make these events so special, from children showing livestock, to their parents aswell as the judges and volunteers that ensure that these types of rural shows will continue into the future. We speak to many of the participants to get a flavour of the day's action. Feel free to download or subscribe. Email; nbclancy@hotmail.com Twitter: @OuttheGapPodca1 Insta; @outthegappodcast FB: Out The Gap podcast      

Born to a farm in the midlands of Ireland in 1936, Séamus Dooley had to grow up fast. His father passed away when he was only twelve, leaving his mother and a young family behind. Hear about his mother and what a strong and determined woman she was. We get a glimpse into the varied life so far which Séamus has had, from farming and contract shearing and then graduating to purchasing and exporting wool. He also chats about the rural characters he has met and worked with as well as the world travels he got to partake in during his later years. We also find out why he is as he says himself, "a family man at heart". Email; nbclancy@hotmail.com FB; Out the Gap Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 Insta; outhegappodcast

According to this farmer tillage farming is a bit like playing Roulette! On a beautiful Summer's day join myself and farmer, Patrick Kehoe on his lovely mixed farm in county Wexford in the southeast of the country.  Hear about the science involved in growing crops such as Barley and Beans. We delve into his use of Winter cover crops and also chat Romney sheep, Aubrac cattle, family farming and why Patrick always wanted to eventually come home to farm in this corner of Ireland. Email; nbclancy@hotmail.com Twitter: @OuttheGapPodca1 FB; Out the Gap Insta; outthegappodcast

Just what exactly is a 'Waterford Blaa'? ''Small is beautiful'' according to Esther Barron. Join Esther and her husband, Joe as I chat to them in 'Barron's Bakery' in Cappoquin on the Blackwater river in county Waterford. Hear of the rich history within their family business and how it has survived and thrived here since the 1800's. Joe and Esther are a fantastic couple, full of passion for what they do and it was a pleasure to spend a morning with them. nbclancy@hotmail.com FB; Out the Gap podcast Insta; outthegappodcast Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1

Life at the ringside! Join us in 'Mid Tipp' mart in Thurles as we hear about the importance of the local livestock market to the surrounding area. Hear about the revolutionary changes since Covid and how online sales have exploded. On show and sale day meet members of the Irish Limousin Cattle society as they prepare their bulls for sale in the mart. Hear from cattle fitter, John Lynch, manager Martin Ryan, auctioneer, George Chandler and more.  Email: nbclancy@hotmail.com Twitter @OuttheGapPodca1 FB: Out the Gap Insta: @outthegappodcast

The art of Hedgelaying. Join us on a farm in Derrynagarra, County Westmeath as we spend a morning with members of the Hedgelaying Association of Ireland, Eoin Donnelly and Eamonn McLoughlin as they provide training and an introduction to this traditional craft to a small group of people from around the country. Hear about the importance of properly managed hedgerows and why we must do our best to look after them correctly. Email; nbclancy@hotmail.com Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 Insta; outthegapodcast FB; Out the Gap

Welcome to the Burren, a unique Limestone habitat in the west of Ireland. Meet farmer, Aoife Forde as we chat amongst the cows on the 'Winterage'. Hear how the farmers in this region are using traditional Winter grazing regimes in order to maintain this beautiful area. Find out what makes this area so breathtaking and just what exactly the 'Burren bloom' is.  Aoife is bursting with enthusiasm for this beautiful place and it was a pleasure to walk and chat with her. Facebook; Out the Gap podcast Twitter: @OuttheGapPodca1 Insta; outthegappodcast nbclancy@hotmail.com

Wagyu Beef, Waterfalls and wind turbines aswell as the Eurovision song contest. It's all here in the latest episode. Join myself and Conor Sheahan on his beautiful family farm in north Cork as we chat about everything from carbon credits to Hazel trees and take a winding tour through a beautiful local valley and hear about plans for the future and about the deserted homesteads and people who lived here in the past. Hear about Conor's plan to market his Wagyu beef directly to the consumer too, something which he is passionate about. nbclancy@hotmail.com Twitter @OuttheGapPodca1 Facebook; Out the Gap Insta; @outthegappodcast

On a lovely Autumn day join Noel Clancy on the Twomey family pig and dairy farm in county Cork right on the edge of Cork city. Hear from 'Magic Mike' and his band of ladies! Join myself, Peter, Kate and their children as we take a stroll throughout the farm and hear about Peter's love and enthusiasm for the free range Pig enterprise. Find out all about 'the glen' which is his favourite part of the farm and all about the latest market for their pork. We also touch on the Irish Pig society, Winston Churchill, the dairy enterprise and have plenty of fun along the way too. Email; nbclancy@hotmail.com Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 Instagram; outthegappodcast FB; Noel Clancy OUT THE GAP

''We can survive without a new i-phone but not without food''. Meet growers, Konrad and Monika on their fantastic enterprise overlooking the river Suir. Hear about their journey so far, how they've grown their routes to market for their fresh produce and how they made the transition from Krakow in Poland all the way to the small village of Kilsheelan on the Tipperary/Waterford border. Email; @nbclancy@hotmail.com Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 Facebook; Noel Clancy Out the Gap Instagram; outthegappodcast 

Meet farm manager, Kevin O'Hanlon on the dairy farm he manages in county Wexford. Hear all about a farm in organic conversion, the use of multi-species swards, solar and wind energy and much more. I chat to the milk producing ladies out in the fields and find out about all the plans for the future in this exciting project. Kevin is a great character full of enthusiasm and it was a pleasure to spend a morning with him on the Pollard's farm. Email; @nbclancy Twitter @OuttheGapPodca1 Insta; outthegappodcast FB; Noel Clancy Out the Gap

"The good old days are today" according to Tommy Walton. Join us as I chat with him on their family farm which straddles the Tipperary/Kilkenny county boundary, as he approaches his 90th birthday. Hear about family and of a life spent on the land. Tommy is passionate about the industry in which he has spent his lifetime. He also has a great love for the sport of hurling and he has many fond stories to tell of his younger years on the field of play. Email: nbclancy@hotmail.com Twitter: @OuttheGapPodca1 Insta; outthegappodcast FB: Noel Clancy Out the Gap

Join me in Athenry as I spend a morning with members of the newly formed, 'Galway Wool Co-op'. Hear how enthusiasts of this multi purpose 'Galway' rare breed sheep have secured a new route to market for their fleece. In this episode find out about traditional crafts such as hand spinning and blade shearing as well as about this long established breed. Meet Chris from 'Donegal Yarn' and Esther who is a mixed farmer from Donegal. We also hear about how the Co-op was founded and how they came together as a group during Covid lockdown. nbclancy@hotmail.com FB; Noel Clancy 'Out the Gap' Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 Insta; outthegappodcast

Market day in Holycross. Join me as I meet and chat to a host of wonderful characters in the beautiful village market. Hear all about Larry the Poet and meet Joe the Butcher. Find out how to make the best Strawberry jam and learn all about Hemp. Meet Michael and hear about his forty years spent growing and selling vegetables direct to customers. Meet some of the artists, bakers and more, all recorded in beautiful sunshine. nbclancy@hotmail.com Facebook; Out the Gap Noel Clancy Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 Instagram; outthegappodcast

Meet husband and wife team, Philip and Elizabeth Quinn on their farm in south Tipperary. Hear how they recently acquired two gorgeous Highland cattle from Queen Elizabeth's herd in Balmoral. Find out about their 'Stonemad Studios' business as Philip demonstrates some stone and wood carving for me. The Quinns are great people with enthusiasm for what they do. Hear about their workshops in the prison service, hand tools, local stone, their love for trees and find out which sliced pans their cattle prefer! nbclancy@hotmail.com Facebook; Noel Clancy Out the Gap Twitter; @nbclancy or @OuttheGapPodca1 Instagram; outthegappodcast

What makes for a happy farmer? Sometimes it is important to go against the grain. Join me on a beautiful morning on the Deasy farm in north Tipperary with Maurice as we chat all things brewing. Hear all about Canvas Brewery and it's 'single source beer', generating their own energy on site, woodland management, Beekeeping and much more. Find out about heritage grain, barrel ageing, dealing with the malsters and how this farm is changing with the times to meet the many challenges ahead. Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 Instagram; outthegapodcast Facebook; Noel Clancy Out the Gap  

Join me as I chat to Mary Fogarty in the little village of Loughmore about how their community has brought the spark and life back into their rural village. Hear about, 'The Cottage' project and how this community owned co-op has gone from strength to strength and has gone from being a simple idea to much more. In a village where small business had literally died off we hear how this inspiring network of people came together and turned things around. We chat coffee, Covid, rural life and isolation, local food and a business based on local producers and also about 'The Tipperary breakfast'. Mary is full of enthusiasm and it was a delight to chat with her. Email; nbclancy@hotmail.com Instagram; Outthegap Twitter @nbclancy or @OuttheGapPodca1 Facebook; Noel Clancy Out the gap

Local marriages, horses, the large cattle and pig Fairs, 'tanglers', the advent of farm mechanisation, the harvest and threshing, hand milking and the War of Independence and Irish Civil War connection. It's all here in episode 9. In the days of "no waste" hear what it was like to grow up in rural Ireland in the years after the second World War. Find out from the horse's mouth about the days of 'Woodbine's, rural electrification and ration books, why good neighbours were indispensable and why the humble cow is still as important now as she was then. Recorded in a cow byre in county Tipperary with Tom Clancy.   If you enjoy please share or subscribe. Find us on Facebook on 'Noel Clancy' Instagram 'Out the Gap' or Twitter @nbclancy and @OuttheGapPodca1 EMAIL nbclancy@hotmail.com   

Meet John Bermingham at his family's rural tourism business in 'Crocanoir' on the Anner river in Tipperary. Hear how this former small mixed dairy farm has been turned in to a successful tourism venture as well as small concert venue. People from over fifty countries have visited this lovely spot to date. We find out how John and his wife, Monika brought their vision to life and restored and converted their old farm buildings. We also cover John's love of music and get to hear him play a piece. Hear about Hawe's barn, Gucci jeans, artisan cow shit, the 90's line dancing pandemic in Ireland as well as much more. If you enjoy the podcast please share and subscribe. Find us on Twitter, Instagram and Facebook. nbclancy@hotmail.com

Meet farmer, Pat 'Pa' Whyte 4th generation farmer on his farm in the Comeragh mountains, Co Waterford as he prepares his Perth Scotch Blackface sheep for the annual ram sale. Hear about the family's beloved pedigree sheep, their dairy enterprise as well as about his work 'on the road' as an AI technician. We hear how essential the Border Collie breed of dog is to farming in this landscape. We also discuss the contentious legislation issues surrounding burning hill areas and why it is a cause of frustration to those grazing it. We also chat GAA, the advent of online marts, farming in a pandemic and why you will always find him ''with a good dog at my side''. If you enjoy please share and subscribe.   Twitter @nbclancy  nbclancy@hotmail.com

Is the Tomato really a fruit? Near Waterford city in the famed 'sunny south east' of Ireland we visit Grantstown Nurseries and meet  Tomato grower, David Currid inside his one hectare of glasshouses. Hear about the clever use of technology, an extremely energy efficient system of growing, negotiating with supermarkets, how they're using Coconuts as well as Bees in the growing process, environmental computers, sourcing reliable labour, the Dutch connection, Ballygunner as a hurling stronghold and much more. www.grantstownnurseries.ie If you enjoy please like and share. Follow us on Twitter @nbclancy and @OuttheGapPodca1  

Meet Jim and Doireann Mulhall as we chat amongst the cows on their robotic milking farm which is nestled right on the edge of the beautiful medieval city of Kilkenny. The Mulhalls have an infectious passion for their pedigree Holstein herd. Hear about their switch to a robotic system, why they love what they do and why you should as Jim says, ''play the hand that you're dealt''. We also hear how milk gets from their cows to your bowl of cereal, just what makes the perfect cow and why Kilkenny is in fact a city rather than a town! If you enjoy please share. Follow us on Twitter on @nbclancy or @OuttheGapPodca1 Contact nbclancy@hotmail.com

In episode 4 of the 'Out the Gap' we meet Australian born, Kylie Magner of 'Magner's Farm' who operates a paddock and pasture based egg business from her base in Tipperary. We discuss the Ned Kelly connection to her local area. We also cover her upbringing in rural New South Wales, being a member of 'Tipperary Food Producers', the superfood that is the humble egg, food awards, how to get the real value from bones and what the real price is when you pay nothing for food.  If you enjoy please share this podcast. nbclancy@hotmail.com Twitter: @OuttheGapPodca1 @nbclancy

What have Barn Owls, Ballycahill, a group of school children, the Battle of the Boyne and a petro-chemical company all got in common? Find out in episode three of the podcast. On a beautiful June evening I joined former teacher,Tom Gallagher and other members of the Tipperary branch of 'Birdwatch Ireland' as they ringed Barn Owl chicks in north Tipperary. Tom is a great character and shares his great knowledge about these iconic birds who are under threat in the modern age. He also discusses his love of his life teaching and why it is important to get children outdoors as much as possible. If you enjoy the Podcast please subscribe, follow or share. nbclancy@hotmail.com Find us on Twitter: @OuttheGapPodca1or @nbclancy  

Shearing, fattening Japanese Shrimps and why sleeping under a wool duvet is good for your health! It's all here in episode 2 of, 'Out the Gap'. We get behind the scenes in the international wool export industry and meet the Dooley family who are steeped in the industry for over fifty years. We also meet William Hutchinson, a Kilkenny farmer who is developing a sustainable farming system using the wool shedding 'Easycare' sheep breed on his own farm. If you enjoy please subscribe and share this Podcast.

Episode 1. On a cold but sunny day in early March I took a trip into the Knockmealdown Mountains on the Tipperary/Waterford border to meet the Condon family in the rugged landscape of their farm. Farming a mixture of Commonage and owned land the family run a successful business marketing their organic pasture fed Galloway Beef direct to the consumer. It is a beautiful part of the world and it was a privilege to get a glimpse into their enterprise and life in this unique landscape. For more information see www.omegabeefdirect.ie If you enjoy this podcast please subscribe, like and share. Twitter; @OuttheGapPodca1 or @nbclancy