Farmer Stories

Bernard & Ciara Neeson - Revitalising a smallholding in the Sperrins (video)

Northern Ireland
Case Study
direct selling
horticulture
low inputs
regenerative farming

At Creeve Cottage in the Sperrin Mountains of Tyrone in Northern Ireland, Bernard and Ciara Neeson, along with their children, are regenerating a 30-acre family farm inherited from Bernard’s father. The Neesons focus on sustainable, nature-friendly farming methods to nurture the land and produce healthy crops.  

Their market garden supplies an honesty stall and a local veg box scheme, where they collaborate with other farmers. A unique water system, powered by spring water, keeps their greenhouse warm throughout the winter, enabling year-round growing. Composting plays a key role on their farm, with carefully aged, nutrient-rich compost supporting their greenhouse and garden crops.

Watch their video here: