Excitement as students return to Agri Aware Farm Walk & Talk

Farm Walk and Talk is an interactive series of events for second-level, agricultural science students throughout early March on ten research farms and agricultural colleges across the country. See dates and events below to sign up for these first come first served events

The Agri Aware Farm Walk & Talk series has returned as a live in-person experience for the first time since 2019.

While Farm Walk & Talk was a brilliant success in its virtual format in 2021, with over 18,000 students involved, everyone is excited to get back to a hands-on experience. 

This year, all schools that attend the Farm Walk & Talk Events get access to a suite of educational videos from a variety of contributors alongside the comprehensive study notes.

Full event or Virtual only package

The full event price is €10 per student and registration is open, schools can sign up here.

There is also a virtual-only package where students can avail of the videos and notes only available for just €5 per student.

The series of events is a longstanding collaboration between Agri Aware, Teagasc, UCD, the Irish Farmers Journal, and I.A.S.T.A.

Dr Anne-Marie Butler, Teagasc Head of Education, said: “Teagasc is delighted to partner with Agri Aware again this year on the Farm Walk and Talk series.  The series offers tremendous insights and learning opportunities for second-level students preparing for their Leaving Certificate Agricultural Science exam. 

“Our Teagasc college network and research centres actively demonstrate the practical elements of modern agriculture to students and their teachers, and we look forward to welcoming all to the events.  After a challenging two years, it’s wonderful to return to a vibrant learning environment for the Farm Walk and Talk series.”

Alan Jagoe, Agri Aware Chairman said: “Agriculture is hands-on and events like the Agri Aware Farm Walk and Talk provide thousands of students with an insight into the practicalities of farming and the hard work that farmers do each day.

“Farm Walk and Talk shows the students the theory of agricultural science in action. The students get a brilliant opportunity to see some of the best farming techniques and cutting-edge research up close.

“We hope those who take part will leave with a greater understanding of what a future in agriculture could be and how these students might shape it.”

Dates and Venues

There is a maximum capacity of students allowed to attend the events – this is a first come first served basis by location.