Farming in Ireland: Crisis and Climate An Oral History from the Irish Midlands

Rooted in Ireland's heartland, Farming in the Midlands presents a multi-layered portrait of rural life and enduring agricultural resilience. Rooted in the rich soil of Ireland's heartland, Farming in the Midlands offers a vivid, multi-layered portrait of rural life across generations. From the challenges of smallholders to the innovations of niche producers, this compelling collection of stories, interviews, and reflections reveals the resilience, complexity, and quiet transformation of Irish agriculture. Spanning themes from women in farming and rural village change to environmental sustainability and the role of the IFA, the book gives voice to those who work the land--both seasoned farmers and newcomers returning from abroad. Whether it's coping with flooding, adapting to new technologies, or preserving traditions, Farming in the Midlands captures the everyday realities and enduring spirit of Irish farm life in the 20th and 21st centuries.