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Adrian is pictured receiving his certificate from Emer O’Byrne, FBD, Liam Herlihy, Teagasc Chairman and Dr Anne Marie Butler, Head of Education in Teagasc
A Mayo student reached the final of the Teagasc/FBD student of the year award. Adrian Gaynard from Kilcommon, Hollymount was one of eleven to make the 2024 final.
The awards were presented to the top graduates of the Teagasc level 6 agriculture, horticulture, equine and forestry training programmes in 2024.
Kate Curran from Portlaw, County Waterford was announced as the winner at the event which was held on May 22 in Dublin.
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Teagasc Chairman, Liam Herlihy said: “The agriculture, horticulture, equine and forestry sectors need a constant flow of new entrants, bringing knowledge of the latest technologies and science onto farms. This year’s finalists epitomise the high calibre of student emerging from Teagasc education courses, bringing new dynamism into the sector. I congratulate each and everyone of you.”
Minister for Agriculture, Food and the Marine, Martin Heydon TD sent his congratulations to all the finalists in the Teagasc/FBD Student of the Year Awards.
He said: “This is one of the highlights in the calendar. Well educated young farmers are the future of the sector and I congratulate all the finalists on their achievement. The value of a quality agricultural education to the running of a modern farm enterprises cannot be overstated. You and your families and friends can be very proud of what you have achieved over the last few years while you pursued your qualification. I extend my congratulations in particular to the category and overall winners whose range and depth of knowledge impressed the judges.”
For more information see: https://www.teagasc.ie/education/going-to-college/student-of-the-year/
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