Award winning dairy farming family to host national walk

Winners of the 2025 NDC and Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards, the Ryan family of Lisheen, Moyne, Thurles, Co. Tipperary, will host a farm walk on June 24, 2026.

Centred on the theme of ‘A Tradition of Excellence in Dairy’, Tom, Mary and, their son, Michael Ryan will host the event in association with Teagasc, Centenary Thurles Co-op, National Dairy Council (NDC) and Ornua, proud owners of the Kerrygold brand.

Fifth generation farms, the Ryans supply milk to Centenary Thurles Co-op and excelled through a comprehensive judging process that evaluated a range of topics including: Animal health and welfare, hygiene standards, dairy and parlour facilities, pride and passion, continuous improvement, sustainability and the environment, quality milk, nutrient management, livestock management, business management and farm infrastructure.

The Ryan’s have a herd of exceptional quality, a system grounded in science and sustainability, and a family united by pride in their land and livestock.

“We are really proud of Tom, Mary and Michael’s achievement in winning this award and we thank them for hosting this upcoming farm walk in June. They produce milk of the highest quality for Centenary Thurles and are a great example of a family farm producing high-quality food,” said Joe Kerrigan, CEO, Centenary Thurles Co-op.

Donal Mullane, Teagasc Regional Advisory Manager in Tipperary said: “The Ryan’s are doing an excellent job, and there is much to be seen and discussed on this farm that will help other producers from right around the country. “

“All milk suppliers, not just those in county Tipperary, should make it their business to attend this farm walk on 24 June.”

The farm walk is organised jointly by Teagasc, Centenary Thurles Co-op, National Dairy Council and Ornua, and celebrates the excellence of Irish Dairy Farming, highlighted annually, by the NDC and Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards.

The farm walk is open to all farmers, industry representatives, and anyone interested in the future of Irish dairy farming.

Find out more about the event or register to attend the event here.