It tells the story of a changing Ireland and the end of peat harvesting.
A documentary, examining the midlands' unique relationship with the bog, is hitting TV screens tonight.
'Gan Fód, Turf Wars' tells the story of a changing Ireland and the end of peat harvesting - a way of life for many people for generations.
It alos takes a look at what the future has in store for those who work on the bogs.
The one hour programme is airing on TG4 at 9.30 tonight:
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