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WFA mentorship programme assists women in agri sector
Sarah McIntosh
The global project aims to make an impact on gender diversity in agriculture.
30 April 2025 Recruitment
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 Careers
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.
Agri jobs: horticulture workers needed for Meath fruit farm
There is currently a list of vacant roles in the dairy and horticulture sectors in Meath, Wexford and Kilkenny.
26 April 2025 News
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
Editorial: ‘why is this noble profession struggling?’
There are less teachers in our children's schools and this was top of the agenda at the teachers conferences this week.
23 April 2025 Editorial
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
Inclusion programme is having a positive impact
An initiative aimed at empowering individuals with disabilities by bridging gaps in community education is changing lives, writes Sarah Mcintosh.
9 April 2025 Education