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AnnouncementsCheck back or subscribe for the latest goings on |
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"Feeding Ourselves" CSA Conference in Cloughjordan Ivana Lumakovska , Mar 31, 2014 |
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The GIY DebateRaised beds or no raised beds? Is biodynamics science or superstition? Should raw milk be banned? Things get hot and heavy occasionally here in the GIY Debate forum but we always respect opinions and have some fun. |
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Organic V Conventional ? My Potatoes , Feb 14, 2014 |
A Bit of Banter
General chit-chat about GIYing
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Introduce YourselfNewbie to the forum? This is the forum where you can introduce yourself, tell us a bit about your veggie patch, where and what you grow, and other interesting stuff! |
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Hello from Waterford Stefanie Fleischer , Apr 03, 2014 |
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General Chit-ChatHow's the weather? What are you up to this weekend? This is the forum to put stuff when you don't know where else to put it!! |
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Would you, or do you, use farm yard manure for lettuce, radish and other "raw eaters"? Don Foley , 2 hours, 17 minutes ago |
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Ask the Expert?Got a question that will improve your knowledge on how to do things better in the veg patch? post you query in this forum. Our resident expert, Klaus, along with other knowledgeable growers are here to assist. |
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tomato leaves turning black Don Foley , Apr 20, 2014 |
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Reviews of Garden Tools and AccessoriesDiscussion on the pros and cons of various tools and accessories as well as reviews of items on the market. Add links to articles, new tools and your comments. |
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Starter greenhouses - opinions? Yvonne Kenneally , Mar 17, 2014 |
Growing
All things regarding growing food
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FruitThis is a forum for all things fruit - whether you're interested in growing soft fruit like strawberries, raspberries etc or tree fruit like apples and pears. This is the place for you. |
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New strawberries ? Deborah Ballard , Nov 02, 2013 |
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Vegetables and HerbsAh yes, veg & herbs - the raison d'être of GIYing. From carrots to cauliflower, basil to brussels, peas to parsnips, this forum page is all about sowing, growing and harvesting vegetables. |
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Seedling issue My Potatoes , Apr 16, 2014 |
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CompostA group devoted to the correct level of care and attention that needs be lavished on those steaming piles of decomposing matter.... All aspects of what to do, what not to do, how much or how little will, hopefully, be revealed |
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Can "green" garden waste become "brown" garden waste suitable for composting? My Potatoes , Apr 13, 2014 |
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Other food you can growFor most GIYers, the progression to home-grown food utopia starts with herbs, then progresses to veg and then to fruit. But for many, the journey doesn't end there and branches in to the wonderful world of nuts, mushrooms and more! |
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Barley grass Ian Wynne , Jun 25, 2013 |
GIY Groups
A place for GIY Group organisers to share ideas about setting up and running groups.
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Group Topic suggestionsSuggest speakers, topic for discussion, garden visits, products, etc for group meetings. |
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The food swapping events GIY Ireland , Sep 27, 2013 |
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Local Champion ForumInvolved in managing a GIY Group? Want to discuss an idea, share tips, learn from other Local champs. |
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Issues with running a group GIY Dundrum , Nov 28, 2013 |
Rearing Animals
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PoultryFeather and Foul of any kind. A group dedicated to the raising, housing and keeping animals for the kitchen or for food production. |
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Handsome Drake in need of a Hen Sara Whelan , Mar 27, 2014 |
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PigsOink, oink - irascible, exasperating, charming, maddening, delicious. Keeping pigs is like advanced GIYing - it can turn a garden in to a smallholding, a field in to a farm. Pigs will root up and improve soil, produce a tonne of great farmyard manure and provide meat for a family of four for a whole year. What's not to love? |
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Pig Manure Matt Care , Dec 30, 2013 |
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BeesGood morning your majesty! Keeping bees for honey is an ancient practice and one that still makes tremendous sense for the GIYer - bees to pollinate your veg plants and free honey to boot? This is a forum for discussions on beekeeping. |
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New Bee Club in Galway Paul O Brien , Oct 22, 2013 |
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Animals for the small holderIF one of your goals is to be self-sufficient in food production then this forum is for you. Raising your own small animals can provide households with any of these- milk, eggs, manure, wool, feathers, shells for decoration, and most importantly meat. Raising your own animals also gives you peace of mind -- you know that your animals were raised humanely and treated with care. Post your queries here |
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New Community Co op Declan Gilmore , Oct 02, 2013 |
Crafts, Skills and Traditions
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Crafts, Skills and TraditionsForaging, willow weaving, butter-making, brewing beers and wine - there are no end to the crafts and skills that GIYers want to arm themselves with these days. This is a discussion forum for all things crafty. |
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Root Cellar Mariou Wiesler , Sep 19, 2013 |
GIY in the Community
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The Gathering, 2013All the news and buzz from the GIY Gathering in Waterford, September 2013 |
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Your stories from the Gathering Michelle Molloy , Sep 22, 2013 |
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Operation GIY Nation 2013A forum for families taking part in this project to get themselves, and their children, growing some more of their own food. |
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Growing Cress Gilbert Louis , Apr 23, 2013 |
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School GardensA dedicated forum for teachers and those involved in school vegetable garden projects to come together to share tips and ideas; talk about what worked and what didn't; veg to grow in school gardens (that will be ready within term time); equipment lists; fundraising ideas, issues and more. |
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Roof-top Terrace Ideas Gary Jones , Oct 16, 2013 |
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Community GardensThe GIY Community Garden Initiative is aiming to promote and facilitate community garden culture in Ireland. This is a dedicated forum for those involved in existing and potential gardens around Ireland (North and South) to come together to share tips, best practice and ideas; talk about what worked and what didn't; fundraising ideas, issues and more |
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Give me Tips for my Garden Business... Marian Crudge , Mar 03, 2014 |
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The Gathering 2012 forumThe Gathering 2012 forum Are you thinking of going to the Gathering 2012? Want to meet other like minded GIYers? Need accommodation, but can't afford it? Want to Car pool to the event? All these questions and more can be answered here |
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The Gathering 2012 Highlights video!!!!!!!! MICHAEL MCEVOY , Dec 20, 2012 |
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Barter BoardEvery GIYer knows what it's like to have a sudden glut of produce - more tomatoes then you can shake a stick at, courgettes coming out your nose etc. This is a barter board where you can exchange produce. Half a dozen eggs for a punnet of strawberries? Good deal. Remember, keep it local, be specific and see what happens. |
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Too many tigrella tomato plants. Derekthegardener , May 21, 2013 |
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Operation GIY Nation 2012 (closed)A forum for families that are involved in Operation GIY Nation to talk about their experiences with the six projects, and to have their questions answered. No question too silly or simple! |
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See the Mulumba’s GIY Profile GIY Ireland , Jul 26, 2012 |
GIY Notice Board
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CoursesA forum to post details of GIY-related courses all over Ireland and for discussions on course content and quality. If you are posting details of a course, please supply the date, venue, content and cost. |
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6 week organic grow your own fruit and veg course Damien O , Apr 07, 2014 |