This week Teagasc are hosting a five day training course for farmers who have very recently converted or who are considering entering dairy farming. The Dairy-Start-Up Course is designed to provide you with the essential skills to decide whether dairying is right for you, while also establishing what the likely returns from dairy farming would be on your farm.

Teagasc say the course will be practical and interesting, with a key focus on the practical skills required for the process.

What you need to know?

  • This is a five day course (starting this Thursday 21 January).
  • Each day will cover specific topics such as infrastructure required, planning, etc.
  • Some of the course will be delivered in Moorepark but there will also be visits to recently converted farms.
  • After completing this course you will be able to complete a cash flow for your farm, you will be trained on how to complete a business plan, and have the opportunity to join a discussion group.

    • Places are limited. Couples are encouraged to attend. The cost of this course is €700. If interested please contact 025-42457 or 087 9176595.