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Martin Lawlor
Second place went to Martin Lawlor, Co. Laois. Martin is a top flower grower and Irish dahlia champion, so we were delighted to receive his vegetable entry. Martin presented Cauliflower “Concept”, Runner beans “Seller”, Parsnips “Victor” and Celery “Evening Star”.
Third place went to Noel Cavanagh from Co. Dublin. Noel presented Potatoes Charlotte, Cabbage Greyhound, Beetroot Red Ace, Cauliflower All year round. Noel Included a video with his entry of his allotment in early May when most of his Vegetables where planted and sown. His allotment was very well maintained with a great variety of quality vegetables.
“I am absolutely delighted with my prize on your virtual vegetable competition, it has brightened my life so much, I love working at my allotment and growing my very own
Noel Cavanagh
vegetables I am learning every day, your wonderful NVS has gave me much more encouragement to do what I enjoy best specially in my twilight years Thank you so much, Slainte”
Noel Cavanagh
Highly commended went to Field of Dreams, Cork. The Field of Dreams runs courses for students with Down Syndrome who have finished school, with the aim of getting them into the world of work. The Field of Dreams boasts a training room, commercial grade kitchen with cafe area, 3 polytunnels, market garden, sensory garden, remembrance garden, fruit garden, orchard, covered courtyard and recreational areas. The four varieties of vegetables presented included Onions, Cucumber, Courgettes & Tomatoes. A wonderful team effort.
Field of Dreams
“We just wanted to say thank you all so much for awarding us Highly Commended. Our students were delighted and very pleased to have made it that far in the competition. Next year we will hopefully try again.”
Debbie Kelleher Care Coordinator Field of Dreams
The Irish DA would like to thank everyone for participating in the competition. The photographs entered showed for the
first time the amount of sheer hard work and dedication that goes into producing quality vegetable exhibits and the pride our members take in maintaining their gardens. The competition attracted exhibitors who might not be able to physically bring exhibits to shows for various reasons and therefore we are delighted to confirm the competition will return in 2021.
Margaret Prendergast
Field of Dreams
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