The graduation celebrated the achievements of students completing Level 2 and Level 3 full-time courses in Agriculture, Land-based Engineering, Horticulture and Professional Floristry.
Martin McKendry, CAFRE Director extended a special thanks to Victor Chestnutt (immediate past president of the Ulster Farmers’ Union) who inspired the students in his address and presented special awards.
During his address Martin McKendry congratulated the Level 2 and Level 3 graduates. He said: “Today marks a milestone in your academic career. The qualifications you have attained are just a stepping stone on your path of knowledge and learning. It is vital that you continue to keep up to date with new technologies.
“Even though you may feel that your studies are finished for now, you need to remain open minded. Be receptive to developing yourself and enhancing your skills and qualifications through higher level study or continuous professional development. CAFRE is here to support you every step of the way.”
CAFRE delivers education programmes to almost 1,900 students. Courses range from Level 2 through to Master’s Degree. Applications can be made now for courses starting in September 2023. Course and contact details can be found at www.cafre.ac.uk
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1. Autumn graduation celebrations at Greenmount Campus
Julianne Edgar (Kilkeel) was presented with the Dale Farm Co-Operative Award by Paul Reaney (Farm Services, Dale Farm) at the Greenmount Campus autumn graduation event. Julianne received the award for performance in milk production and was congratulated by Cathy Adams (CAFRE, Lecturer) Photo: Submitted
2. Autumn graduation celebrations at Greenmount Campus
Jessica Boyd (Kilrea) was presented with the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Prize awarded to the top Level 3 Advanced Technical Diploma in Floristry student. Congratulating Jessica are Paul Mooney (Head of Horticulture, CAFRE) and her Lecturer Anne-Marie Grant. Photo: Submitted
3. Autumn graduation celebrations at Greenmount Campus
he Redrock Cup was awarded to the best overall Land-based Engineering students at the Greenmount Campus autumn graduation event. This year the joint winners were Nathan Morris (Kilkeel) and Mark Cassidy (Carrickroe, Co Monaghan). Congratulating the graduates is Billy Keating (CAFRE, Lecturer) Photo: Submitted
4. Autumn graduation celebrations at Greenmount Campus
Martin Mayberry (Kilrea) was presented with the Hall Cup for work experience performance by Charles Keys (M Keys Farms) at the Greenmount Campus graduation event. Also featured is Joe Mulholland (Course Manager, CAFRE). Photo: Submitted