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.
13. Student Awards
Tyrone Farming Society Bursaries were presented by Gerry McFarland, chairman, to Ellie-May Johnston from Fintona studying the BSc (Hons) Degree in Sustainable Agriculture; Elton Clogherty from Fintona studying on the BSc (Hons) Degree in Food Innovation Management and Zara Moore from Banbridge studying on BSc (Hons) Degree in Equine Management courses at CAFRE. Photo: Submitted
14. Student Awards
Sarah Hetherington from Sixmilecross is studying on the BSc (Hons) Degree in Food Business Management at Loughry Campus. Sarah was awarded the ABP Food Group Scholarship from David Kelly, senior food safety, integrity and quality manager. Photo: Submitted
15. Student Awards
Daryl Young from Bangor, who is studying on the Foundation Degree in Horticulture received the Ulster Farmers’ Union Horticulture Bursary from Patrica Erwin at the CAFRE Industry Support Programme event. Photo: Submitted
16. Student Awards
Mackle Pet Foods presented two financial awards at the Industry Support Programme event. Abbie Gillanders from Dungannon was presented with a Bursary and Molly Cunningham from Cookstown was awarded with a Scholarship by Jonathan Fowler, head of production. Photo: Submitted