I see that Teagasc is inviting people to put themselves forward to succeed Noel Cawley and become its new chair.

Cawley will complete a decade in office – two full terms – in September. If you believe you have the “skills, knowledge, and experience” that Minister Creed is looking for, you need to send an expression of interest by 11 June.

I’ve a feeling it will attract some attention – the job is prestigious. You won’t get rich – around €20,000 is paid to the chair (other board members get only expenses). Among names I’ve heard early in play are Tom Moran, the former Department secretary general, Paddy Browne, who retired last year following 40 years of service, and Matt Dempsey of this parish.

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