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EPISODE · Jun 9, 2026 · 1H 9M

Could there be another famine in Ireland?

from Food Matters · host GIY

During an extended trip through South America, Damien Regan's eyes were opened to the vulnerabilities of our global food system and the risks they pose to food security. He returned home determined to better understand these challenges and to help build practical solutions.In this episode of Food Matters, Damien talks to Mick Kelly of GIY about food security, global supply chains, and why Ireland's dependence on imported food and resources may leave us more exposed than we realise. Along the way, he reflects on the lessons we can learn from history, and the steps communities can take to create a more secure, healthy and sustainable food future.

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