Secondary School Events

11th Nov – Farm Walk

“So ewe want to know more about sheep”

Secondary school students are invited to Teagasc Athenry (Mellows Campus) to get an insight into on-going research on an extensive sheep farm. During this visit students will learn about animal science, sheep breeds, grassland and environmental management and so much more.

Date: Tuesday 11th November, 2025
Time: 9:30 – 15:00
Audience: Secondary School students
Location: Teagasc, Athenry, H65 R718
Free event, pre-booking required

Expressions of interest for this event to Norina Coppinger by email: Norina.Coppinger@teagasc.ie

11th Nov- Online Webinar

“Clouds, Crops and Climate”

Discover how weather and climate science impacts everything from forecasting storms to feeding people and protecting our environment. Meet meteorologists, climate experts, and agricultural scientists who will share how their work helps Ireland adapt, thrive, and prepare for the future. During this webinar, you will meet Ireland’s leading scientific experts from Teagasc and Met Éireann, and learn about the science behind forecasting, climate data, and agriculture in an easy and relatable way. This webinar will include a live interactive Q&A session with our panel of experts.

Date: Tuesday 11th November, 2025
Time: 11:00– 12:00
Audience: Secondary School students (1st, 2nd, 3rd and TY students)
Location: Online Zoom Webinar Nationwide
Free event, registration required

13th Nov – Farm Walk at Teagasc Grange

Beef up your knowledge on Irish cattle farming

Description: Secondary school students and their teachers are invited to Teagasc Grange to learn about Irish cattle farming. This event will be ideal for Leaving Certificate Ag Science students, as well as other students just generally interested in learning more about cattle farming in Ireland and science in general! Come along on the day to learn here about the fantastic research ongoing at Grange and learn about a variety of things including grassland management, animal health and welfare, genetics, animal nutrition and sustainability. Also, attendees on the day will have the opportunity to chat with some of the brilliant post-graduate (PhD and Masters) students currently carrying out their research at Grange, and ask them about their research and career path to date. A brilliant day awaits and we look forward to welcoming you to Teagasc Grange!

Location: Teagasc Grange, Dunsany, Co Meath, C15 PW93
Audience: 4th/5th/6th year students and their teachers
Date: 13th November
Time: Starting 10:30 sharp
Event: Free but registration required, click here

Note: Spaces Limited: Completing the registration form does not guarantee the booking. Please complete by Thursday 6th of November and a member of the team will be in contact to confirm the booking. All other queries to ScienceWeek@teagasc.ie