The course provides in-depth knowledge of dairying and the dairy industry. It is designed to ensure that participants acquire the high level of...
At the end of this programme students will be able to competently carry out key farming activities and manage a pig enterprise. Students will have...
Agribusiness is one of Ireland’s most important indigenous industries and continues to evolve to be more sustainable in the production of...
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This course is run in conjunction with Brennanstown Riding School.
The focus of the course is to develop the skills to work in the...
Wildlife Biology is the study of the natural environment, the living things in it, and their interactions. This MTU programme, unique in Ireland,...
Works on the design, development, production, maintenance and repair of machinery and equipment used at sea and on board sea vessels such as ships.
A work rider is responsible for riding Racehorses during workouts particularly in their fast work; they must be accomplished riders and be able to follow instructions to the letter. Riders must be in top physical shape and they must maintain appropriate riding weights—generally under 12 stone for Jump Racing and under 10 stone for Flat.
Works on a farm helping the farmer or farm manager with his/her running of the farm.
Prepares and delivers training courses to individuals and organisations on the most up to date issues in Food Safety Management.
Supervises and manages the running of a garden centre or orchard.
Supervises and manages the running of a farm.
An assistant trainer is responsible for assisting the trainer with the daily care and conditioning of the horses in their yard to prepare them for competition on the Racecourse and the supervision and training of the stable staff team. They also set out the training schedules, liaise with owners and help with the overall running of the business.
This is the first step on the career ladder to becoming a dairy farmer.
Assists with the maintenance of boats/vessels, rigs tow lines, open and closes gates and ramps, and pulls guard chains across entries.
Loads and unloads cargo from ships and controls and guides passengers and their vehicles as they pass through the port.
Tillage, in agriculture, the preparation of soil for planting and the cultivation of soil after planting. Tillage is the manipulation of the soil into a desired condition by mechanical means; tools are employed to achieve some desired effect (such as pulverization, cutting, or movement).
A stud manager’s role is to run the entire stud farm as a business enterprise, breeding and caring for horses to race and liaising with owners and trainers, ensuring the efficiency of business operations as well as setting strategic goals for the future. Ensuring the profitability of the company's activities to drive sustainable development and long-term success.