Denis Lehane: Calf rearers are the unsung heroes of farming
Dairy farmers don't need award ceremonies for the work they do, their reward comes at the end of every month in the shape of a fine fat milk cheque.
These days there are awards for most things in life. If you are good at something, and recognised in your field, in time you will probably receive an award for your efforts.
Be it writing a weighty book, lofting a heavy bowl, or cleaning out a dirty drain. Chances are, somewhere in the world, there is an award ceremony held to celebrate such achievements.
