Jerry Keohane has been working the family farm in Clonakilty, Co Cork for 40 years. Married to Carmel and father to Máire, Brendan and Eilís, Jerry’s family are the sixth generation on the farm. The farm has views of the beautiful Inchydoney Beach and the area is steeped in local history. There are four ring forts surrounding Jerry’s farm alone, and the townland itself features the ruins of a church dating back to the 12th century. Jerry’s parents, now both deceased, worked the farm as a family unit. He has kept a lot of their practices in his operation but has also made a few changes over time. Jerry is currently growing his hedgerows as he believes it is important for the ecosystem to diversify, so his grandchildren and great-grandchildren can benefit from it. Listening to the small birds chirping and darting in and out of the hedges is music to his ears. The Keohanes have won many awards over the years, but Jerry believes it is important to remain grounded. The family enjoy travel and learning about new places, walking, and hiking.
