Ferrybank student's sustainable farming project makes national competition final
The student's project focuses on ecological and economic strategies for sustainable agriculture. Stock Image.
A group of Abbey Community College, Ferrybank, students have been named finalists in the Certified Irish Angus Schools Competition.
Caitlin Kinsella, Emily Kearns, and Emily Doyle met the Irish Angus cross calves they will rear for the first time at the National Ploughing Championships.
Their project focuses on ecological and economic strategies for sustainable agriculture, exploring how sustainability can reduce costs, enhance recognition for farmers’ environmental efforts, and access financial support through schemes like the ABP Advantage Programme and Kepak/Tírlán 2020.
The students will promote the Angus breed locally, host knowledge-sharing events, and produce resources to improve on-farm ecology.
Finalists benefit financially from selling the calves, with the winning team receiving an additional €2,000 for further education.
