The CAFRE Industry Support Programme was hosted at Loughry Campus and attended by Agriculture, Equine, Food and Horticulture recipients and their sponsors. The presentation event provided sponsors with the chance to meet and interact directly with the finalists, reinforcing the students’ passion for their industry.
Paul McHenry, acting CAFRE director, commented: “The partnership between industry and CAFRE is something that we are extremely proud of and is a testament to the power of collaboration. By working together, we ensure that our students are well-equipped with the knowledge and skills they need to thrive in an ever-evolving industry.”
Forty-nine Bursary Awards were presented to first year Higher Education students with a total value £73,500. Many of the recipients commented they would use the money to offset their educational expenses, while some plan to use it to fund travel, aiming to enrich their learning experience and boost their employment opportunities after their graduation.
Nine Scholarships, with a value of £2,500 each, were on offer to honours degree students which include the opportunity to undertake a paid work placement year with the sponsor.
5. Student Awards
Fintan McCann, head of food education, CAFRE, welcomed students and their supporters to the first combined Industry Support Programme hosted at Loughry Campus. Alongside the guests, 46 business were commended for their support through donations of Bursary and Scholarship Awards. Photo: Submitted
6. Student Awards
Foundation Degree in Equine Management Bursary winners: Amy Greaney from Co Galway received the Tinnakill House award; Amy Barr from Broughshane was awarded the Irish Thoroughbred Breeders Association Bursary; Katie Shaw from Longford won the Show Jumping Ireland Bursary; Rachael Foster from Carrickfergus won the Derrinstown Stud Bursary and Georgia Rogan from Downpatrick was presented with the Irish Field Bursary. Photo: Submitted
7. Student Awards
Paul McHenry, acting CAFRE director, addressed industry guests, students and their supporters at the first combined Industry Support Programme hosted at Loughry Campus, Cookstown. Photo: Submitted
8. Student Awards
BSc (Hons) Degree in Equine Management Bursary winners included: Nicole McCollum from Carrickfergus received the Horse Racing Ireland award; Michaela Doran was presented with the Downpatrick Racecourse Bursary; Zara Moore from Banbridge received the Tyrone Farming Society award and Laoise McManus from Co Leitrim was awarded the Horse Sport Ireland Bursary. Photo: Submitted