Teagasc to Hold Special Training Conference
Teagasc is to hold a major national training conference for Master Farmers in Dublin on 2nd and 3rd November 2005. The conference, sponsored by FBD Trust, will focus on Creating an Effective Learning Environment for Students on Master Farms.
Speaking at the announcement of the conference and sponsorship Mr. Liam Myles, Teagasc Education and Development Directorate said, “This annual training conference is the highlight of the training for hosts and master farmers who provide valuable learning opportunities during placement of students participating in the various Teagasc training courses”.
Mr. Myles said that the conference is geared to master farmers and hosts from all disciplines – agriculture, horticulture and forestry. He said, “issues such as realising the full potential of students and effective learning during placement will be explored and discussed at the conference”.
Speakers include Dr. Claire Lyons, University of Limerick; Declan Coyle, ANDEC Communications; Master Farmer John O’Brien, Bandon; and students Thomas Baldwin from Waterford and Eileen Woodbyrne from Dublin.
Teagasc staff addressing the conference include - Liam Myles, Malachy Byrne, Education Officer, Westmeath; John O’Dwyer, Curriculum Unit Teagasc and Regional Education Officer, Bernard O’Farrell.
The second day of the conference will feature visits to the College of Amenity Horticulture, the National Botanic Gardens and the UCD Dairy Herd at Lyons Estate. Dr. Paul Cusack, College Principal, Botanic Gardens and Dr. Myles Rath will host these visits.
“The real purpose of events such as this conference is to ensure those who take students on placement will better fulfil their training role and responsibilities in Teagasc programmes”, concluded Liam Myles.
Issued on behalf of Teagasc by
Larry O’Loughlin, A/Head, Public Relations Department
Tel: 059 9183408; 087 2562434; Email: loloughlin@hq.teagasc.ie
