Offaly Farmer Wins Farming for Nature Ambassador Award for 2025
Daingean's Margaret Edgill has been named one of twelve new Farming for Nature Ambassadors for 2025, celebrating her work for nature.
Margaret Edgill manages Mount Briscoe, a 46-hectare organic farm in Daingean, where she has developed a diverse, nature-friendly system with pedigree Irish Moiled and Shorthorn cattle, heritage orchards, woodlands, and vibrant hedgerows.
- Produces grass-fed organic cattle
- Hosts glamping, farm-to-fork events, and artisan products
- Creates immersive experiences that connect people to the land
Through careful habitat management, tree planting, and ecological monitoring, Margaret demonstrates that sustainable farming, wildlife conservation, and rural enterprise can thrive together.
Author's summary: Margaret Edgill wins award for nature-friendly farming.