Paula Hynes: Encouraging the next generation

We are always keen to give young people an opportunity. Some are the future of our industry, some will thrive on gaining responsibility, and if nothing else, they will hopefully see the opportunities across the agricultural sector, writes Irish Examiner Farming columnist Paula Hynes.

Callum Byrne and Georgie Hynes at Dunmanway Show with Rathard Kingman Bordica and Rathard Matchless Adora

It's never easy to encourage the next generation to work in agriculture. Far from being a financially rewarding job, the reality is you really have to have a passion for it. We’ve had many students spend time on our farm and some naturally have a way of working with animals.

We are always keen to give young people an opportunity. Some are the future of our industry, some will thrive on gaining responsibility, and if nothing else, they will hopefully see the opportunities across the agricultural sector.