KERRY POZNAN WOMEN
International Exchange Project between women in Co Kerry, Ireland and women in Poznan, Polska.
WHO WE ARE
This new initiative will help us boost our entrepreneurial capabilities at all levels and unlock our innovation potential. It will also help basic producer practices, including demand and supply, cost curves, and the womens’ profit maximizing decision rule for production. Here are some sustainable agriculture basics: Crop Rotation. Crop rotation is one of the earliest methods of sustainable farming, and has been employed since the mid-19th century. …
Integrated Pest Management…
Water Conservation…
Weeds…
Sustainable…
In many ways, farmers are the ultimate entrepreneurs, constantly innovating, growing businesses by themselves and taking full responsibility for all aspects of product delivery. Entrepreneurs could learn a lot from our women farmers.
ABOUT US
This is an International Exchange Project between women in Co Kerry, Ireland and women in Poznan, Polska.
The Project is a collaboration between 3 groups of Women: Entrepreneurs, Local Producers and Farmers from Co. Kerry, Ireland – Poznan.We started our exchange in the autumn of 2021 We made exchange trips during September, October and November 2021 that was developed and funded under the LEADER Rural Development Fund. Every one of us has their own speciality and previous experience that makes all of us unique. Together we are a diverse and creative group who offer a wide range of entrepreneurial, production and farming experiences.
We will post updates, events and general happenings from our exchange visits.
Our team
Angela Sheehan
Nourish by Nature
Nourish by Nature offers a range of complementary therapies and healthy vegan sweet treats, all of which promise to help optimise your physical and mental wellbeing. The family run business is operated by husband and wife team Angela & Sid.
Dawn Roberts
Quarry Cottage Farm
Start up business, Alpaca breeding and Fruit & Veg grower.
Doireann Barrett
The Gluten Free Kitchen Company
The Gluten Free Kitchen Company is an Irish Owned, Multi Award Winning Food & Wellness Brand specialising in an Inclusive brand for the “Free From”, Gluten Free & Coeliac Safe Sector.
Eavan Fitzsimons
Nourish Me
I am a qualified Nutrition and Health Coach (Irish Institute of Nutrition and Health) with a lifelong passionate interest in Nutrition. I make dietary and lifestyle recommendations to help people reach personal goals at a pace that is suitable to them.
Krista Clem - O'Sullivan
Emerald Isle Growers
We grow highly sustainable crops in our unique grow structure using 95% less water & electricity in pods allowing 80 plants per square meter and quick change crops according to customer demand. We offer support and opportunities for individuals and businesses who wish to become sustainable farmers. I am also a sustainability consultant, a Certified grant writer, and a specialist on entitlements and sustainable project management with international experience spanning over 25 years. ABA Certified Paralegal. Former manager of investment banking houses.
Harriet McGuigan
Harriet Mc Guigan Psychotherapy
I help people move from fear, anxiety and surviving to thriving in their life.
Denise Hofler
H&H Design & Detail
We create Handcrafted Personalised Wooden Gifts, we have a range of uniquely designed gifts, everything we do is promoting local supply & sustainability, we source our raw materials locally, create your design & your gift from our workshop in Kerry & send everything from the local postoffice, we plant a tree for every sale we make hoping to give back a bit more to the environment than we take. We sell our creations both domestically & internationally & strive to continue our growth within our local rural community.
Harriet McKenna
Made In Ballymac
Handmade clothes, Ceramics and crafts.
Maura Sheehy
Maura's Cottage Flowers
Flower Farmer. Florist. Every day flowers. Weddings. Events. Funerals.
Maria Ní Mhurchú
Maria Ní Mhurchú Writer
I am a freelance writer for television, stage, and radio. I also write poetry. My 3rd book Caite le Chéile is a collection of plays, geared towards young adults. Published by An Sagart we had a successful book launch. I am a member of The Irish Screenwriters and Playwrights Guild I’m a founding member of IFTA – Irish Film & Television Academy. My audiobook was launched in September 2021 Caifé Caol.