Lakeland Dairies launch 'Young Farmer Programme'. Lakeland Dairies has today announced the launch of its new Young Farmer Programme. This is a forward-thinking initiative. It aims at supporting and developing the next generation of farmers within its supplier base.
Furthermore, the Young Farmer Programme is open to Lakeland Dairies milk suppliers. Moreover it is also open to adult family members of suppliers who are under the age of 35.
The Programme has been designed to deepen participants' understanding of their cooperative. Whilst also equipping them with the practical knowledge and leadership skills necessary to play an active role in its future.
As part of the programme, young farmers will receive insights into the working of co-ops. Including key areas such as financial literacy, farm succession and inheritance planning.
Jodie Curran spoke with Eamon Duignan from Cornafean who is the Manager of Lakeland Dairies Member Relations about the new programme:
