Thirty-Two Words for Field

The late, great, Manchán Magan explores the enchantment, sublime beauty and sheer oddness of a 3,000-year-old lexicon. Imbuing the natural world with meaning and magic, it evokes a time-honoured way of life, from its 32 separate words for a field, to terms like loisideach (a place with a lot of kneading troughs), bróis (whiskey for a horseman at a wedding), and iarmhaireacht (the loneliness you feel when you are the only person awake at cockcrow).

Told through stories collected from Magan’s own life and travels, Thirty-Two Words for Field is an enthralling celebration of Irish words, and a testament to the indelible relationship between landscape, culture and language.

Available widely in bookshops and online for around €17

John Hanley Irish Wool Scarf - Light Blue Green Check

I know, I know. A scarf isn’t the most original gift. I’d argue a classic like this handsome Irish wool scarf would look good around the neck of any farmer, whether they are rounding up sheep or taking you for a night on the festive tiles. Around €38 from johnhanly.com

R.M. Williams - The Ditty Bag - light olive

This rugged holdall is cut from water resistant Halley Stevenson’s waxed cotton canvas and finished with canvas handles and RM Williams signature logo details.

€137.95 available at auldforge.com

Dubarry of Ireland Ballywater Men’s Lace-up Country Boots

Just a great pair of boots for heading out away from the mucky work, smart, comfortable with the renowned Dubarry quality.

€299 from ie.dubarry.com

Cluzine Tractor GPS Navigator

Get them a tractor gadget!

This Android-compatible platform connects via mobile hotspot to deliver real-time positioning that reduces operational overlap by 90%, apparently significantly improving efficiency in sowing, spraying, and other field applications.

Designed for seamless integration across modern farm equipment, the system supports all major tractor brands. it’s going to make someone very happy! Around €330 online.