Meet the farming families that produce our food
We are inviting schools from the local West Cork area to apply to visit the farms of our local suppliers.
We woud like to connect children with the food on their plate and how it is locally produced. We will also explain how Irish dairy farming works, our focus on quality and sustainability, and how farming supports West Cork communitiies.
Grass is Class
We often say that grass is Irish dairy’s superpower. This is because Irish farmers are great at growing grass, and feeding our cows with a mostly grass-based diet means they produce dairy that is higher in nutrients than grass from cows in other countries.
Hands-on learning for kids of all ages
Our tours last approx. 1.5 – 2 hours, and will consist of a tour of the farm, including sheds, milking parlour, visiting the cows in the field (at a safe distance) and covering topics such as a day in the life of a farmer, what animals eat, milking cows and where the milk goes, animal welfare, soil and grass, biodiversity and the environment. This will be followed by a tasting of some dairy products. Each child will also receive a take home pack of information and goodies.
The kids will learn about
The role of West Cork farming families
The role of West Cork farming families and the integral part they play in our food production
West Cork’s unique climate
How Ireland and West Cork has a unique climate that is ideal for Dairy Farming
Our lush green grass
About the importance of our lush green grass
The humble dairy cow
All about Carbery’s dairy cows and how they’re cared for by our dedicated farming families
Get in Touch
Discover the Moo Crew
Moo Crew is an NDC initiative created to help young minds learn healthy habits through fun, interactive resources. They cover everything from dairy nutrition and the Food Pyramid to movement and sustainability. Designed for schools across Ireland, Moo Crew brings learning to life – one lesson at a time.
