Introduction to Dairy Farming Course
Teagasc Mayo in conjunction with Aurivo Co-Op is holding a 25 hour Introduction to Dairy Farming course starting on 1st April 2014. This date marks exactly one year to the date when milk quotas will be abolished. The abolition of quotas offers new opportunities for farmers who wish to begin milk production from 2015 onwards.
The course will be held in the Teagasc office Claremorris, one day per week over a five week period In addition to classroom sessions there will be a number of visits to dairy farms in the region. The course will outline the key elements required when starting out in dairying, financial planning, infrastructure, grassland management etc.
Further information on the course can be obtained from the Teagasc office Claremorris, 094 9371360 or any Teagasc office in the Mayo region.
The course is open to all but booking is essential.
