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Jane Carolan and Derek Lynch, who keep pigs, lambs and a large flock of laying hens and sell their produce from an honesty box in Cavan. Photos: Mark Condren

Tamara Fitzpatrick

Learning to compromise and see the other person’s point of view is essential when you’re living and working together, according to Jane and Derek of Forest Hill Farm in Cavan.

The couple, who produce eggs, lamb and pork, say that while you might assume that your way is the best way, working as team is essential to run a house or a farm.