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New Zealand opportunity awaits ag-science students
Sarah McIntosh
A recruitment agency is collaborating with Irish universities to fill labour demands on farms in New Zealand, allowing students the opportunity to gain experience abroad.
New Zealand opportunity awaits ag-science students
Horticulture sector needs ‘more skilled workers’
14 May 2025 Education
Horticulture sector needs ‘more skilled workers’
Experts give their take on the pathways and career opportunities across a growing industry now worth over €500m to the Irish economy.
Enterprising students steal the show with agri-themed ideas
14 May 2025 Education
Enterprising students steal the show with agri-themed ideas
From crafting suet cakes to creating a hoist, three students put agriculture on the map at the student enterprise final.
WFA mentorship programme assists women in agri sector
The global project aims to make an impact on gender diversity in agriculture.
7 May 2025 Careers
Knowing your rights is vital to make home care work
Those caring for a family relative at home are entitled to take up to two years off work from their current job.
30 April 2025 Recruitment
Farming brothers are helping others get farm fit
From bad habits to changing mindsets, farming brothers Dave and Michael Kennedy are helping people improve their health and wellbeing.
30 April 2025 Careers
Recognition of prior learning is enabling access to education
Further learning is now a reality for many – including farmers – as skills and experience are acknowledged.
23 April 2025 Education
Employment-based postgraduate programme
Academia can work with industry to address an identified skills need trough postgraduate and master’s degrees, allowing employees to work and learn at the same time, writes Sarah McIntosh.
23 April 2025 Education
Learn the craft of thatching on new course
A new course offers hope for the future of Ireland’s beautiful vernacular cottages.
23 April 2025 Careers
‘My job takes me straight to the horse’s mouth’
Equine dentist Casey Phair fought tooth and nail to earn her qualification...and it’s paying off now.
16 April 2025 Careers
Coolmore Stud hosts careers day for over 700 students
The racing and bloodstock giant directly employs over 1,300 staff in south Tipperary.
16 April 2025 Recruitment
Transition year – a gap worth taking or time lost?
While almost 80% of students in Ireland participate in transition year, it’s important to weigh up the options, writes Sarah Mcintosh.
9 April 2025 Education