Mr Eamonn Magee president of the Irish Beekeepers Association presented National Preliminary Certificates to a range of students. Thanking the college and the local support of Mr Andy Burke of Lombardstown, Mr Magee said Beekeeping was on the increase and it was a wake-up call to people across the country towards better pollination, honey and preserving a rich environment. The College course in Beekeeping blended with horticulture and spread throughout the year was he said an excellent way to learn the craft.

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Peter Rolfe, Tournafulla, receiving his Certificate from Mr Eamonn Magee president of the Irish Beekeepers Association
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Andy Burke, Duhallow Beekeepers Associaton & winner of the President’s Trophy for outstanding service to the Irish Federation of Beekeepers. Mr Eamonn Magee president of the Irish Beekeepers Association and Ms Pauline Walsh, Knocklong.
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IMG_1801 Ms. Della Collins, Ballingarry, receiving her Certificate from Mr Eamonn Magee president of the Irish Beekeepers Association

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Beekeeping Certificates Presentation