If there ever was a crop that encompasses the entanglement of history with the modern palate it’s asparagus. The spring vegetable was actually a common crop throughout Ireland in the past but sadly it was a tradition which became lost in time.

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Of course, more recently it has surged back into popularity and the sandy lung soil of Drummond House is the ideal place to grow it; indeed in yesteryear, 40 acres of asparagus was grown right on the farm’s doorstep, in An Grianán Horticultural College.

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The Colliers fell in love with the sweet, buttery taste of properly produced asparagus – not to mention its health benefits - and with the soil profile of their land the decision to expand into growing their own was an obvious and natural progression.

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They have spent the last three years preparing the ground before the first harvest was lifted in 2017.

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The results and comments from Chefs have been highly encouraging and they look forward to bringing Drummond House Asparagus to the market in the near future.