Farming and its related service and processing industries provide over 54,000 jobs and produce a gross output of just over £1.2 billion. With many issues facing the agriculture industry, including CAP reform, cross compliance and the Nitrates Directive, it is imperative that those considering a career in the industry are capable of adapting and embracing new technologies, policies and marketing opportunities.

At Greenmount Campus the Agriculture programmes have repeatedly received endorsement from the industry. The Campus estate provides outstanding resources for students on all levels of course.

Greenmount Campus facilities

The Farm Development Centre consists of a 160 hectare mixed lowland farm with 180 dairy cows and replacements, 200 ewes and 30 hectares of arable crops and potatoes.

The Livestock Development Centre, located at the Abbey Farm, is a 90 hectare lowland unit with 50 suckler cows and 200 finsihing cattle plus the 1,000 hectare Hill Farm comprising 100 suckler cows and 1,100 ewes.

The Organic unit is a 36 hectare lowland farm with 25 suckler cows, 75 ewes and 4 hectares of crops