The ‘This is Beef Farming’ photo competition, kindly sponsored by FBD, aimed to highlight the multiple things that make Irish beef farming great!
The competition had two separate categories, an adult category and a junior category (u18s).
See winners, finalists and entries below which were on display at the BEEF2026 Open Day.
The overall winner in the adult category was Cian Wrynne, Mohill, Co. Leitrim. His photo was captioned: “Golden Hour”. Cian explains that the photograph represents more than just a cow in a field. It reflects generations of work, care, and pride in producing quality beef, while maintaining the landscapes that make rural Ireland so special.
Seán Brett, Thurles, Co. Tipperary was the runner up in the Adult Category. His photo was captioned: “My Hereford cow North, standing proudly beside her first-born calf Skye in the golden light of an evening sunset”. Seán explains that this is an exceptional pair and it is amazing to get views like this every day at the farm.
James Devins, Tubbercurry, Co. Sligo was the Junior Category winner. His photo was captioned: “A quiet and powerful moment in nature, centred around a single cow standing calmly in an open field”. James explains that the image combines simplicity with natural elegance, capturing not only an animal in its environment but also the quiet beauty and serenity of the countryside.
There were four finalists also chosen which were Brigid Cantwell, Co. Kilkenny; Lucy Pringle, Co. Wicklow; Paddy Hickey, Co. Longford; and Aoife Murphy, Co. Mayo.
All entries were displayed at the Teagasc BEEF2026 Open Day.
