Drop in first preference for agricultural science reiterates need for Intro to Ag programme that will see positive change by 2028
Last week saw first round offers sent to students that completed their Leaving Certificate and a worrying statistic was the drop in the number of students choosing an agricultural science course as their first preference. The Central Applications Office (CAO) revealed that students selecting an agricultural science course as their first choice course to study […]
Agri Aware announces new board members and bids farewell to long-standing industry leaders
Agri Aware is pleased to announce a number of new appointments to its Board of Directors. The newly appointed Board Members bring a wealth of experience across communications, animal welfare, and environmental and social governance issues. Two senior communication specialists have joined the Board. Head of Communications at Bord Bia, Rosaleen O’Shaughnessy, replaces her former […]
Camida the latest organisation to become a patron of Agri Aware
Camida, a leading Irish company specialising in the sourcing, supply and distribution of high-quality raw materials, ingredients and chemicals for a range of industries has become the latest new patron of Agri Aware. Camida is focused on delivering tailored solutions and technical expertise. With a deep understanding of the unique needs of modern farming, Camida […]
DLF the latest organisation to become a patron of Agri Aware
DLF, the seed company originating in Denmark and now operating in over 80 countries worldwide, including Ireland, has become the latest patron of Agri Aware. DLF provides Irish farmers with the very best in grass and forage seed technology. Everything DLF does is focused on breeding and innovating more sustainable products. From forage grasses that […]
4,228 Primary School Students Take Part in Lidl and Agri Aware’s Free ‘Farm to Fork’ Experience
Lidl Farm welcomed 4,228 primary school students this year as part of its Farm-to-Fork Experience located at Lidl’s Newbridge Regional Distribution Centre, a unique, free educational programme developed by Agri Aware and Lidl. As the programme enters its third year, the Lidl Farm is focused on growing its reach, while continuing to grow fresh fruits […]
84% of Open Farm visitors felt more informed about Irish food production
Agri Aware’s recent Open Farm events have received an overwhelmingly positive response, with 84% of attendees reporting that they felt more informed about Irish food production after the experience. Taking place over the weekend of June 14–15 in Co. Kildare and Co. Galway, more than 4,000 people attended the events hosted by the Doran Family […]
Agri Aware launch patron support package with founding patron FBD Insurance
Agri Aware is delighted to announce the launch of its patron support package, aimed at recognising the continued role patrons play in the success of the organisation’s mission of enhancing agricultural literacy. The launch of the patron support package took place at the FBD House in Bluebell, Co. Dublin. The launch saw Agri Aware Chairman […]
Agri Aware welcome over 4000 people across its Open Farm Events in Kildare and Galway
Agri Aware welcomed more than 4,000 visitors to its Open Farm events last weekend, held on the Doran Family Dairy Farm in Donadea, Co. Kildare, and the Fahy Family Beef Farm in Ardrahan, Co. Galway, on Saturday and Sunday, 14–15 June. Open Farm, the flagship event of Ireland’s agri-educational food body, was hailed a resounding success, offering […]
Schools Day sets the tone for the nationwide launch of Agri Aware and LOETB Intro to Ag programme for Transition Year students
Agri Aware in partnership with the Laois and Offaly Education and Training Board (LOETB) officially launched its Intro to Ag programme for Transition Year students nationwide on Friday, May 16th. The official launch of the programme took place at LOETB’s Midlands Skills Centre in Tullamore alongside LOETB schools that took part in the pilot programme […]
Two Counties, One Weekend: Agri Aware’s Open Farm Comes to Kildare and Galway for 2025
Agri Aware is delighted to announce the return of its flagship Open Farm event this June with an exciting new addition for 2025. The event will take place in two counties, in Kildare and a brand-new Open Farm experience in Galway. Open Farm is the flagship event in Agri Aware’s mission of enhancing agricultural literacy, […]