Farmfest '08, Teagasc Major Event of the Year
The major Teagasc outdoor event of 2008, Farm Fest ‘08, will take place at Teagasc Athenry Centre on Friday, 20 June 2008.
Teagasc Director, Professor Gerry Boyle announcing details of this major open day, today, Wednesday, 9 January said: “FarmFest ‘08 will display all aspects of Teagasc’s relationship with the countryside, farming and farm families. Taking place this year in the West of Ireland, this event will have something of interest for all members of the farm family, and will also be of interest to those living in the wider rural community.” Professor Boyle continued: “Education will be a key aim of the day and will display the breadth of Teagasc’s services and the opportunities available to farmers and country dwellers. We will bring together the old and the new, demonstrating Teagasc’s innovative and contemporary approach while not dismissing the rural traditions people hold dear.”
Teagasc FarmFest ‘08 will particularly focus on emerging areas such as:
- Food
- Sustainability
- Environment and REPS
All the main farm enterprises will be featured along with areas such as bioenergy, forestry, artisan foods, tourism, sports horses and organic farming. These displays will be in the form of a series of themed tented ‘villages’ with separate, but conveniently located, exhibition areas and entertainment. The villages will include:
- Sheep/Dairy/Cattle/Horses/Tillage
- Advisory services/Research
- Food
- Crafts
- Alternative Agri-Enterprises
- Alternative Energy
This event is a must for all farm families and those living or working in the countryside, so put Teagasc Farm Fest ‘08 in your diary for Friday, 20 June.
Trade Exhibits
- Trade Brochure (PDF 2.7MB)
