Yes, it is a bit of self-promotion! Sorry!
We were chatting here last night, and I just realised I’ve never done this. I have never blatantly promoted any of what we do here as ‘Oldfarm’. So why not? Why not break the rules and tell you what we have and do.
You don’t have to read, but I think you will find some of our ideas funky and interesting.
- Pork & Bacon – this is the main stay of our smallholding. Some of you will be aware that this year we’ve had to review how we do business. In olden times we used to just sell the pork/bacon in small lots. However, due to Alfie’s heart issues we’ve changed the business model and now ‘grow to order’. Those who booked their half or full pig for 2017 have started to come and collect their meat. Why not indulge someone with a gift voucher that will last a whole year long!
Half butchered pig. Photo courtesy of @DayDreamFoodie
- Lamb … well hogget really. Just like above we will grow a half or full lamb and have it butchered to your instruction, ready to pop in the freezer next October/November.
- Pig-rearing Courses … gift certificates for pig rearing are always popular. Santa has brought lots of day courses to people over the past few years…. and they’ve always been appreciated. (€90.00)
- Hand-knit piggies … these are a new addition to the repertoire. Great stocking fillers for the big or little person. (€12.50)
A Knitted replica of our first boar, Clarence!
- Calendar 2018… this is the fourth year we have produced a calendar. I have taken all photographs which are of our life here. We’ve also included a couple of recipes. (€10.00)
- Bread making Course … this is a new course we introduced in 2017, and is very popular with our B&B guests. In 2 hours, you will learn how to make at least 3 different breads.
- Overnight Stay …. treat yourself and/or someone else to a weekend in the country. We can do a package to include bed and breakfast and dinner… come and relax in Tipperary.
So, plenty to think of as ‘alternative’ Christmas gifts. Comment below or send me an email if you’d like more detail.
A Year In Redwood 
There is nothing wrong with a bit of self promotion!
Thank you Conor, as I keep saying to others we Irish need to get a bit more ‘American’ about promoting ourselves!