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90 Irish first years start veterinary in Poland this year

Some 90 Irish students began studying veterinary medicine in Poland this academic year.

23 December 2024 NEWS
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Natural gas use jumps in November

Natural gas use in November was up 17% compared with the same time last year across multiple sectors, according to the latest gas demand report.

20 December 2024 NEWS
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‘Farm Safety First’ message comes into rural classrooms

Agri Aware launched its TY workshop roadshow, visiting secondary schools countrywide, writes Sarah McIntosh.

18 December 2024
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‘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.

18 December 2024
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‘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.

18 December 2024
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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.

11 December 2024
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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.

11 December 2024
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Butter Museum to tackle food information deficit

A ground-breaking schools project aims to address the growing loss of understanding and knowledge among children regarding the origins of their food.

8 December 2024 NEWS
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Everyday’s a school day... even at 67

Retired dairy farmer Pat Savage is hoping his story will inspire other mature students to follow their dreams and go back to education, writes Sarah McIntosh.

27 November 2024
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