Sarah McIntosh

smcintosh@farmersjournal.ie

Listen: Growing Minds - episode three: choosing the right course

On the third episode of Growing Minds, Sarah McIntosh speaks with Emily McDonnell, a first-year student who followed her passion in agriculture when it came to the CAO application.

PODCAST 20 January 2026

Listen: Growing Minds - episode three: choosing the right course

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CAO guide 2026 – plan your future study path

CAO guide 2026 – plan your future study path

EDUCATION 14 January 2026

How to alleviate the financial pressures as a college student

How to alleviate the financial pressures as a college student

EDUCATION 14 January 2026

Top five expert tips for submitting a successful CAO application

Top five expert tips for submitting a successful CAO application

Top five expert tips for submitting a successful CAO application

EDUCATION 14 January 2026

So farr' so good: Charlie King forges her own path as a female farrier

So farr' so good: Charlie King forges her own path as a female farrier

So farr' so good: Charlie King forges her own path as a female farrier

FEATURES 14 January 2026

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‘The HPAT application is creating inequality’

‘The HPAT application is creating inequality’

High student fees, a lack of loans available and private independent support are resulting in inequality for those looking to study medicine.

EDUCATION 23 December 2025

Pathways for Irish students studying medicine abroad

Pathways for Irish students studying medicine abroad

For students who miss out on entry into undergraduate medical courses, there are pathways overseas.

EDUCATION 23 December 2025

Hidden Acres: where tradition meets forward thinking

Hidden Acres: where tradition meets forward thinking

A family horticulture farm founded in 1963 has developed into a unique hospitality business.

LIVING LIFE 23 December 2025

Make 2026 the year for your career

Make 2026 the year for your career

Now is the perfect time for self-reflection to focus on your career progression and development.

CAREERS 23 December 2025

Ag science class to host coffee morning for farmers

Ag science class to host coffee morning for farmers

Boyne Community School are hosting a future farmer mentorship programme to connect local farmers and those working in the agriculture sector with students.

FEATURE 23 December 2025

Future-proofing pipeline of talent for ag science

Future-proofing pipeline of talent for ag science

After a successful pilot, the ‘Intro to Ag’ programme is being delivered nationwide to 5,000 students, with the aim of increasing uptake in ag science, writes Sarah McIntosh.

FEATURE 23 December 2025

Nadine Byrne on SETU and jiving down a different path

Nadine Byrne on SETU and jiving down a different path

All-Ireland Jive champ, Nadine Byrne takes next steps after graduating from SETU.

EDUCATION 23 December 2025

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Welcome to the 2026 Millstreet SFM Show

Welcome to the 2026 Millstreet Spring Farm Machinery Show at the Green Glens Arena.

Welcome to the 2026 Millstreet SFM Show

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