Date: May 15th, 2025
ReFarm was delighted to feature Brendan Dunford, co-founder of ReFarm Ireland and Farming for Nature, in a recent Green Fridays interview. Brendan, one of Ireland’s most inspiring advocates for nature-friendly farming, shares his journey from a childhood on a small farm in Waterford to pioneering projects across the Burren and beyond.
Filmed at Trinity College Dublin, the conversation explores how simple, practical actions—like digging ponds, letting hedgerows flourish, or protecting species-rich grasslands—can make a real difference for biodiversity. Brendan also highlights the importance of listening to farmers, rewarding nature-positive practices, and building support systems that tap into “the pocket, the head, and the heart.”
From the award-winning Burren Programme to grassroots projects like Hare’s Corner and the innovative ReFarm initiative, Brendan’s insights show how farmers can be powerful stewards of the land.
Watch the full interview on YouTube: Brendan Dunford – Green Fridays Interview