Long wait list still for Teagasc green courses

Demand for Teagasc green courses continues to exceed supply, despite Government approval for 77 temporary teaching posts to enable Teagasc provide almost 3,000 extra green certificate places.

“The allocation of 75 new permanent posts will also greatly assist Teagasc in delivering services to the farming sector, including education and training,” said Minister of State at the Department of Agriculture Andrew Doyle last week.

The current exceptional demand is linked to the young farmers scheme and the national reserve, which require applicants to have a prescribed level-6 agriculture qualification, which is a green certificate or equivalent.