Kilkenny calf-to-beef farmer named Irish Hereford Prime Farmer of the Year

Edward Delahunty, who farms with his father Martin in Freshford, Co Kilkenny, is a long-term Irish Hereford Prime beef producer and a strong advocate for the commercial benefits of the Hereford breed

Edward Delahunty, wife, Lucy, son, Conor, and daughters Oliva and Eve celebrate the family's win

A progressive mixed farmer balancing dairy, beef, tillage and contracting has been awarded the 2025 Irish Hereford Prime Farmer of the Year title.

Edward Delahunty, who farms with his father Martin in Freshford, Co Kilkenny, says he is not “just” a pedigree man, but a commercial operator making Herefords work in a busy real-world system.