The 2025 Kerry Dairy Ireland Milk Quality and Sustainability Awards takes place at the Woodlands House Hotel in Adare (Tuesday, 12 August 2025). The Casey family from Causeway are announced as the overall winners.
We speak to John and Orla Casey about their long-term farming philosophy, with a focus on sustainability and future generations. Runner-up Danny Birmingham from Doonbeg, Co. Clare, shares his experience of managing heavy soils following a TB outbreak, highlighting the importance of measurement and technology.
John and Rachel O'Connor from Currans, who were among the finalists, discuss their grass-based system and commitment to no-antibiotic drying off, aiming for sustainability through scientific methods.
Breda Forrest is standing in for our usual presenter, Sari Houlihan.