In our first episode, we explore the history of agroforestry in Ireland. We speak with Professor Jim McAdam about his pioneering work in the 1980s, we hear from forestry inspector Eugene Curran about working with farmers and permaculture expert Donal Chambers tells us about the power of tapping into natural systems. Find out more about our featured guests’ work: Professor Jim McAdam- www.jim-mcadam.net Eugene Curran - www.gov.ie/en/organisation/department-of-agriculture-food-and-the-marine/ Donal Chambers - www.kinsalecampus.ie This episode is hosted by Catherine Cleary - www.pocketforests.ie This podcast has been produced by the Irish Agroforestry Forum in association with GrowIn.  It is funded by the Woodland Support Scheme provided by the Department of Agriculture, Food and the Marine.