Milk Quality Farm Walk planned for June in County Tipperary
‘A Tradition of Excellence in Dairy’ is the theme for a farm walk on the Ryan Family Farm on 24 June 2026
The Ryan family of Lisheen, Moyne, Thurles, County Tipperary, the 2025 winners of the NDC and Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards, who will host a farm walk on Wednesday, 24 June 2026.
They are the 2025 winners of the NDC and Kerrygold Quality Milk Awards, and will host a farm walk, in association with Teagasc, Centenary Thurles Co-op, National Dairy Council (NDC) and Ornua, proud owners of the Kerrygold brand.
The Ryan family of Lisheen, Moyne, Thurles, County Tipperary, carry a legacy that stretches back over five generations to 1860. Today, Tom, Mary, and their son Michael continue that tradition, combining deep respect for heritage with a clear vision for the future. The Ryan Family invite all farmers to visit their farm from 11.30 am on Wednesday, 24 June 2026.
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. The Ryan farm is not just a dairy enterprise, it is a living example of progress rooted in tradition, a model for what the Irish family farm can be in the 21st century.
Joe Kerrigan, CEO, Centenary Thurles Co-op said, “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.”
Donal Mullane, Teagasc regional advisory manager in Tipperary said: “all milk suppliers, not just those in county Tipperary, should make it their business to attend this farm walk on 24 June. 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. “
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.