For almost half a century, Michael and Anne Duggan have been farming at Ballyboy, outside Dunmanway in West Cork. Here, they raised four daughters, each of whom retains a love of farming, despite having built successful careers off-farm. April, Michelle, Louise and Melissa help out on the farm to ensure that Michael and Anne get an annual holiday. Milking 40 cows, and supplying into Drinagh Co-Operative, the Duggans’ herd is at grass for 280 days per year.
Sustainability is a focus on this farm, with a carbon footprint of 0.91. The Duggans have carefully implemented measures at farm level including stitching clover, targeting slurry with LESS equipment and fencing waterways to protect a tributary of the River Bandon, which runs along the farm. Consistent care and attention is reflected in the quality milk produced on this farm.
