Suppliers of Tirlán are now invited to submit expressions of interest to secure one of 20 places on the fully-funded Sustainable Farming Academy course, covering key areas such as climate, soil health, water and biodiversity.
The course equips participants with practical tools and science-based insights to advance economic and environmental practices on farm. Tirlán and Baileys Irish Cream Liqueur opened applications for the course, which is delivered in partnership with University College Cork (UCC), last Friday, April 25th.
UPSKILLING FARMERS
Announcing the 2025 launch, Aoife Murphy, Chief Ingredients Officer at Tirlán, said that the course provides “practical education that can make a meaningful difference” to farmers economic and environmental journey.
“The Certificate in Sustainable Agricultural Practice is designed in line with the farming calendar to allow participants time away from their studies at busy times, and the focus of the course subjects is more farm-orientated than ever. This programme is about upskilling our farmers and supporting them to lead change for their business, for their land, and for future generations.”
Anne Jennings, Sustainable Farming Academy graduate and dairy farmer in Co. Wicklow said participating helped her ‘future-proof’ her farm.
“The opportunity to study has really opened my eyes and helped me to future-proof my farm by utilising soil samples, incorporating multispecies swards, and implementing new reseeding techniques. I’ve learned how to implement real changes on my farm, and I’m excited to continue this journey into the future.
‘’From taking part in the course, I would strongly encourage farm family suppliers to participate. The knowledge and tools it’s given me has helped me to rethink the future of farming and I am now aiming to put in place some more sustainable and conservation efforts that will go towards future proofing my farming livelihood.’’
For the expression of interest form, visit bit.ly/4jNr9CK
