Limerick goat farmer in running for national title
Will Séamus Leahy be the GOAT?
A LIMERICK goat farmer is in the running to be named the 26th FBD Young Farmer of the Year.
Séamus Leahy, a goat farmer and home economics teacher, from Newcastle West, is one of 10 men and women who have got through to this stage. The final takes place this Tuesday, September 10 in The Heritage hotel, Laois.
The awards are run in association with Macra. Macra national president and Limerick’s own, Elaine Houlihan said “The FBD Young Farmer of the Year awards is one of the main highlights in the Macra calendar as we showcase the best of young farmers throughout Ireland.
"I would like to congratulate every young person who entered the competition this year and I would like to wish our semi-finalists the very best of luck, as they wait until next Tuesday to find out if they have made the final,” said Elaine
The competition was launched in 1999 and has been successful in raising the profile of young farmers within their community by recognising their achievements and contribution to farming.
The overall winner of the 2024 FBD Young Farmer of the Year Award will receive €5,000 with each category winner and the Best Young Entrant Farmer taking home €1,000.