Articles for the Agriculture, Animals & Food Tourism & Hospitality Sector
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Women Step into Farming – Teresa Roche's farm diversification story
A great example of successful farm diversification is the Roche family dairy farm outside Loughrea, Co Galway where Teresa Roche not only produces and sells Kylemore Farmhouse Cheese in the farm shop but also offers farm tours to the general public. Teresa Roche successfully runs and produces Kylemore Farmhouse
Women Step into Farming – Hannah Quinn Mulligan's sustainability journey
Hannah Quinn Mulligan farms in Croom, Co. Limerick, alongside her mother and grandmother, a trio who serve as ambassadors and examples of leading women in agriculture. Hannah Quinn Mulligan farms in Croom, Co. Limerick, alongside her mother and grandmother, a trio who serve as ambassadors and examples of leading
Women Step into Farming – A succession success story with Sophie Bell
Sophie Bell farms outside Virginia, Co. Cavan, on her family's dairy heifer contract-rearing farm. Her journey and career so far have been both interesting and inspiring. Sophie Bell farms outside Virginia, Co. Cavan, on her family's dairy heifer contract-rearing farm. Her journey and career so
Career Profile - Crops and Machinery
Name: Sam Cassells County: Kildare My name is Sam Cassells, from Castledermot County Kildare. We have been farming here for about four generations. We are predominantly tillage with a small number of cattle. I completed the Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Agriculture Crops and Machinery course at Killdalton college
Career Profile - Poultry Management
Name: Peter Cullivan County: Cavan I’m a Commercial Broiler Farmer. I completed the poultry course in Ballyhaise Agricultural College in 2021. Coming from a farming background but with no experience in poultry, this course was extremely beneficial in teaching me about poultry anatomy and physiology, their day to
Career Profile - Pig Management
Name: James Bogue County: Cavan I enjoy working in an environment where performance results can be improved due to new technologies, practices or genetics. From the course I found that the principles of farm administration and finance very helpful as I developed my role in managing the pig unit
Career Profile - Forestry Management
Name: Francis Hewitson County: Donegal Current position: Full time Timber Forwarder Operator and Chainsaw Operator I completed the Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Forestry at Teagasc Ballyhaise College, Co. Cavan. The practical aspects of the course were very important to me as they taught me the key skills that would
Career Profile - Equine - Stud Management
Name: Simon Cavanagh I wanted to do my Green Cert and was always interested in pursuing a career with horses. Kildalton allowed me to achieve both of these goals. The teachers really inspired me to learn as much as I could about the equine industry and opened my eyes
Career Profile - Equine - Horsemanship
Name: John Murray County: Dublin Current position: Currently running my own showjumping, sales and breeding yard. What I enjoy the most is bringing on and educating young green horses to bring out their full potential, and watching them progress in the sport. It brings a great satisfaction to know that
Career Profile - Agricultural Mechanisation
Name: Conor Reid County: Wicklow I completed the Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Agriculture – Mechanisation at Salesian Agricultural College, Pallaskenry. I enjoyed the fact there were lots of hands on practicals. We spent at least 50% of the time in the workshops or operating machinery on the college
Career Profile - Drystock Herd Management
Name: Eoghan Fitzpatrick County: Laois I completed the Level 6 Advanced Certificate in Agriculture in 2022 in Gurteen College after completing the Level 5 Certificate in Agriculture in 2021. I specialised in Drystock Management. The course was recommended to me by friends. The majority of the learning is practical
Career Profile - Dairy Herd Management
Name: Michael White County: Cork Current position: Currently I am assisting with running the home farm of 120 cows. We run a split calving herd with a 65% calving in the spring and 35% calving in the autumn. Running of the herd and farm is split between me and my
Maree O’Brien - Guest Experience Manager, Sustainability & Innovation Lead
Maree is the Guest Experience Manager, Sustainability & Innovation Lead for Tullamore Court Hotel - part of the iNUA Hotel Collection. After a friend talked her out of working in hospitality she moved into a different career until life steered her back to a job she now loves and thrives in
In Their Words: Jacks Path to Director of Sales & Marketing
Meet Jack Fitzsimons. Jack is the Director of Sales & Marketing in The Heritage , a prestigious luxury hotel in Killenard, Laois. Jack comes from a family who thrived in hospitality and has experienced many sides. However, it’s his Transition Year work experience that really set him up
Matthew Woods - Finding Hospitality Work Through Work Placement
WORKING IN THE tourism sector is certainly a calling. Being a people person is a must, attention to detail is key, and a passion for developing strong relationships with others is paramount. Matthew Woods works as a purchasing assistant for the Sheraton Athlone Hotel. He started his role through
Finn Lyons - Pulling the perfect pint at The Guinness Storehouse
WHO DIDN’T WANT to manage a football team when they were younger? It’s a dream that many of us held and Finn Lyons was no different. We chatted to Finn about his career aspirations and his current role at the Guinness Storehouse to find out more
Seán Connick - CEO of Dunbrody Famine Ship Experience
When describing a run-of-the-mill day in the life of former politician, Seán Connick – the word ‘varied’ springs to mind. As CEO of the John F Kennedy Trust, where he leads the daily operation of one of Ireland’s premier tourist attractions
Artisan Salmon Smokehouse Owner
A When Swedish native, Birgitta Curtin, visited Ireland as a young 18-year-old in 1981, little did she think she would be still here more than 40 years later, and running Irelands best known and most successful artisan salmon smokehouses in the spectacular Burren in Co. Clare. Born and
Connemara Seafood Truck
A love story involving a Connemara woman and a Chilean man has resulted in the creation of an award-winning outdoor seafood eatery which is making serious culinary waves along the shores of the majestic Killary Fjord in Co. Galway. Kim Young and Reinaldo Seco are the talented husband and
Shannon College of Hotel Management Student Testimonials
Lauren McCormack, year 3 Bachelor of Commerce student and member of EM cup team 2024 “My name is Lauren McCormack and I am a Bachelor of Commerce student in 3rd year of Shannon College of Hotel Management. I love backpacking and meeting new people, so the chance to travel
My Summer in London as an Events Intern
Millie, a final year BA (Honours) Event Management student at MTU shares her experience as a paid events intern in London in summer 2023, working with Regent’s Events. Why I applied to work in London with Regent’s Events, for summer 2023. As clichéd as
Hotel Sales & Marketing Director at 5 Star Resort
When it comes to women doing it all, Finola Twomey is flying the flag for 'everything is possible.' This mum-of-three is a powerhouse in the Tourism and Hospitality industry, having built an incredible career in just 17 years, all while starting and growing a family. As the Group
Brian Bowler - 25 Years in Hospitality
We met with IHI President and Regional Operations Manager of Cliste Hospitality’s iNUA Collection Brian Bowler to talk about a career well spent in the hospitality industry and his exciting new role. IHI President Brian Bowler has been in the Irish hospitality industry for over 25 years and
10 Reasons Why You Should Study at CAFRE
10 Reasons Why You Should Study at CAFRE Experienced Staff: CAFRE staff are highly qualified and experienced at delivering education programmes. They come from a range of backgrounds bringing a lot of knowledge and skills that they will share with you. Great job prospects: Students study at CAFRE because they
Shannon College of Hotel Management BBS Graduate
If you are looking for a fun, challenging, dynamic career path then Shannon college just might be for you. Shannon is not only a college that offers you a high level of hospitality training, but so much life experience from a wide range of different modules such as intercultural communications
Butchery Apprenticeship
What is being a Butcher all about? Are you creative, hands-on, people person, with good attention to detail, and interested in food? Do you find yourself interested in the craft of how great food is created? Would you like to be part of Ireland’s proud tradition as
Top Tips On Landing that Job In Tourism And Hospitality
1. Make yourself stand out The key to securing a job is to be prepared! The early bird catches the worm, so get busy! Getting a job can often be extremely competitive and no job will just be handed to you. It is important to try and
Commis Chef Apprenticeship
What work does a Commis Chef do? Commis Chef literally translates as ‘ Clerk Chef ’. Commis chefs are the junior members of the kitchen staff. They usually work under various Chef de parties in order to learn the skills required for each section. They are usually
From Leaving Cert Disaster to Michelin Star Cooking
Receiving a job offer from one of Ireland’s top luxury hotels, and an international accolade to boot, Danay Berhane has come a long way from Leaving Cert results day 2016. Danay tells us: ‘I knew I wanted to be a chef, that was all I wanted to
SETU Agriculture Graduate Story
Miriam Dineen, wears several hats as a dairy farmer and sales representative for an agri company. The 22-year-old hails from Cahirbarnagh, Rathmore, Co. Kerry, on the Cork side of the Cork/Kerry border. Farming is a longstanding tradition on both sides of her family, with Miriam being the
HR, Purchasing and Green Manager at Hotel Doolin
Áine Martin is HR, Purchasing and Green Manager at Hotel Doolin, Ireland’s only certified carbon neutral hotel. She has led several projects and initiatives to achieve this certification. Recent awards won by the hotel and team include Best Medium Sized Organisation of the Year 2018 & 2019
Rachel Curran - DKIT Event Management
Rachel Curran (24) got to know the library in DkIT first - she studied there for her Leaving Certificate while her older sister was at lectures for her BA (Hons) in Accounting & Finance. “I really liked the atmosphere and vibe of DkIT. Also, I felt really comfortable there, a
Thomas Dennis DKIT BA Culinary Arts
Thomas is from Skerries, Co. Dublin and is a 1st year BA Culinary Arts student. “Making the Black Forest Gateau was time consuming and had a lot of elements. The process is very methodical and you need to be precise or it won’t turn out well. I
Niall Fretwell BA Event Management student
Niall Fretwell from Carlingford Co. Louth is a 3rd year BA Event Management student. “The best part about my time at DkIT so far has been my work placement experience. I got the chance to go abroad to Switzerland and work in one of the world’s leading
DkIT Sports Scholar & Student on BA in Hospitality Management
Colleen McKenna (19) from county Armagh smiles as she says, “I didn’t want to follow the crowd to Belfast.” Instead she commutes to DkIT where she is in her second year studying Hospitality Management and on a Sports Scholarship. A former student of St Catherine&rsquo
Animal Geneticist - Teagasc
My name is Donagh Berry and I am the Director of the Vista Milk SFI Research centre. I am an animal geneticist at Teagasc; an animal geneticist uses statistics and maths to determine if an animal has good genes or bad genes for a whole range of traits. Teagasc is
Willie Gibbons - Leopardstown Racecourse Track Manager
My name is Willie Gibbons and I am the track manager at Leopardstown Racecourse. I’ve been based at Leopardstown my whole life, my dad, John Gibbons, was the track manager before me and I used to spend my weekends and holidays helping my dad with maintenance, and working
Fiona Dowling - Head Girl Jamie Osbourne Racing
My name is Fiona Dowling and I am head girl at Jamie Osbourne Racing, Lambourn, UK. I have been involved in the industry for the past ten years and I am delighted to have built my career on my passion for racing. I am from Listowel, Co. Kerry and got
Niall Byrne - Stewards Secretary
My name is Niall Byrne and I’m a point-to-point stewards secretary. I’ve been involved in the racing industry since 1975. I attended the RACE at the age of 14. Upon completion I was awarded apprentice of the year. As part of the course syllabus
Shannon College of Hotel Management Student Testimonials
Clive Ashe (Graduate 2018) BBS (International Hotel Management) The Lotte New York Palace Banquet and Beverage Manager “ I can honestly say that graduating from Shannon College of Hotel Management has been the highlight of my life and receiving my acceptance letter was a close second. Shannon College of Hotel
From Marketing to Brewery Owner
Liam Tutty is the founder and General Manager at Dead Centre Brewing in Athlone. What is your background/ where did your career start? My background is in Media and Marketing. I hold a degree in Audio Visual Media and Communications from ITT Dublin. I worked for 10 years
Chef de Partie at the Vanilla Pod Restaurant
Jeroen Hoppenbrouwer “The best part of my job is that I get to be creative and make beautiful dishes for people to enjoy” What brought you to Ireland? Four years ago my fiancé and I moved to Ireland from the Netherlands. She was doing an Erasmus study
Aisling Kelly, Sligo Oyster Farmer
‘The job is our lifestyle too so we try and make it fun’ What did you study? I studied Tourism and Business in IT Sligo when I left school and took my gap year in San Francisco, before finishing my degree in Napier University in Edinburgh. How
Manager - Arigna Mining Experience
Valerie Stenson What is your background/ where did your career start? I worked in retail in Dublin for 16 years, having started in a part-time position for a few years then I was promoted to an assistant manager and finally a retail manager. I relocated from Dublin to Leitrim
James Whelan, Owner of Killaloe River Cruises
Cruising Killaloe with visitors from around the world How did you start working in tourism? My father had a long established foodstore in Killaloe. We had a number of visitors come into our shop looking to get out on the water as Killaloe is a picturesque riverside town
Senior Travel Advisor, Cork City Tourist Information Centre
“ There are few other industries where you can get as much diversity in your role, or satisfaction in a job well done” What did you do after you left school (first job and / or course)? I wasn’t sure what I wanted to do when I left
Jack Owens – Business Tourism Intern at Fáilte Ireland
“As a first job, it’s as good as it gets” What were your strongest subjects in school? How did you decide what career path to pursue? In school, my strongest subjects were languages, particularly French. When I finished school I didn’t really know what
My Career as a Tourism Officer
What did you study in college? I have a BA in English & Sociology from University College Cork and an MPhil in Irish Theatre & Film Studies from Trinity College Dublin. I also have a Professional Diploma in Digital Marketing from DMI Ireland. Did you go straight into tourism