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Sarah McIntosh on 19 Dec 2024
‘The Australian culture is similar to Ireland’s, but with more sunshine’
In the last of our ASA travel bursaries series, Emily Cosgrove from UCD talks about her time in Australia in conversation with Sarah McIntosh.
Sarah McIntosh on 19 Dec 2024
‘The real experience is in the outback’
Cormac Price from Co Meath is working on a tillage farm in Australia and enjoying using his new found responsibilities, writes Sarah McIntosh.
Sarah McIntosh on 18 Dec 2024
Christmas bumper quiz: week one
It’s that time of the year, to gather the family and put your knowledge to the test. We have three overnight stays up for grabs – so get quizzing and good luck.
Sarah McIntosh on 16 Dec 2024
‘Farm Safety First’ message comes into rural classrooms
Agri Aware launched its TY workshop roadshow, visiting secondary schools countrywide, writes Sarah McIntosh.
Sarah McIntosh on 19 Dec 2024
‘I found a love for farming while working abroad in Oz’
Primary school teacher Katie Helen travelled all the way from Wexford to north Queensland to discover her real passion for farming, writes Sarah McIntosh.
Sarah McIntosh on 18 Dec 2024
Workers needed for Ireland’s €38bn offshore wind industry
Skillnet and Wind Energy Ireland, have joined forces to attract mid-career professionals into off-shore wind services as labour demands increase in the sector.
Sarah McIntosh on 10 Dec 2024
Take a break from the books this Christmas
With many students sitting exams in January, it is important to be efficient with your study time over the Christmas holidays, writes Sarah McIntosh.
Sarah McIntosh on 13 Dec 2024
The art of craft butchery is in safe hands
Over 60 graduates have come through the National Craft Butchery Apprenticeship in the last six years as demand continues to rise writes Sarah McIntosh.
Sarah McIntosh on 05 Dec 2024
Lights, tractor, action and fun
Tractors with tinsel are setting the stage for seasonal fundraisers that bring communities together, writes Sarah McIntosh.
Sarah McIntosh on 05 Dec 2024
Friendship and community in perfect harmony
Community and lifelong friends are at the heart of Athlone A Cappella, a music group that brings harmony and people together creating a special sound, writes Sarah McIntosh.
Sarah McIntosh on 10 Dec 2024
Climbing the ladder during the early stages of your careers
With hundreds of graduates and young adults working across the agri-food industry, here’s how to maximise those first career steps, writes Sarah McIntosh.
Sarah McIntosh on 29 Nov 2024
Careers: industry movers and shakers as senior changes made
Movement has picked up across the agri jobs sector this month with new appointments coming in senior positions in large organisations, writes Sarah McIntosh.