It has been a busy year for our Young Farmers, looking after two calves, Farm Fun Day and helping out on Open Morning.
In Term 2, we were lucky to help raise two dairy calves named Cookie and Cream. The Young Farmers involved in this amazing experience came to School early and stayed back late to bottle feed Cookie and Cream. We took turns in making the milk, feeding the calves, washing the equipment and cleaning their pen. We all loved having calves at school that we were able to visit during the day and care for. We all learnt so much about the dairy industry and how to keep Cookie and Cream happy and healthy. I know I speak for everyone when I say we were very sad to see them go but we’re so grateful for the experience.
In May, Tintern Grammar held Open Morning and the Young Farmers volunteered to take groups of people around the Farm and explain what we do in Agriculture, Young Farmers and at lunch times. Everyone did such a great job with this busy day and made it very successful.
Another highlight of the year was our Farm Fun Day. This day was held at the end of Term 3 for the Middle School Young Farmers who had been an active part of the Farm throughout the year. This day was to get to know each other better, have some fun and give back to the Farm after a busy school term. The day was packed with fun activities such as a scavenger hunt, trivia, painting the veggie boxes, cooking our lunch on the fire, and helping move the sheep through a foot bath to prevent infection. The day was so much fun for everyone involved and the activities were a huge success especially the veggie box painting. The quality of work was absolutely amazing and we were blown away by the talent of our Young Farmers.
This year has been another year of fun for the Young Farmers and we can’t wait to see what next year brings!
Ella O’Meara | Young Farmers
