Ennistymon residents encouraged to GIY

A group of North Clare residents have decided to swap DIY for GIY in an effort to cultivate food production in the area.
The first meeting of Ennistymon Grow It Yourself organisation will take place in the Vocational School in Ennistymon on Thursday, May 27 at 7pm. The group is aimed at people interested in growing or rearing their own food but who are not sure where to start, or for those who have started, who want to learn more and get in touch with fellow foodies. People with excess produce who want to barter or exchange with others in the area and those with an interest in food security and rising food costs are also invited to attend. Grow It Yourself is a national non-profit organisation with branches in every county in Ireland.
”Some of us were members of the Ennis branch but believe there is enough interest around here. The concept is to swap ideas, seeds, plants and problems with each other. There is a meeting once a month with a guest speaker and anyone from beginners to experienced gardeners are welcome,” explained Paul O’Brien from the Ennistymon GIY group.
There is no charge for joining and organisers are keen to state that all levels from beginners to experienced are welcome.