THE Cows Create Careers Farm Module presentations were held last month with students from across the South East awarded for their efforts.
More than 120 students and teachers from schools including Millicent, Penola, Naracoorte and Mount Gambier high schools, Lucindale Area School, Yahl, Glencoe Central and Compton primary schools and Kingston Community School participated in the event at Mount Gambier Golf Club.
Over three weeks, the students completed the innovative Dairy Australia project to increase the awareness of dairy industry careers in a very hands-on way with students rearing two three-week-old calves at their school.
A local dairy farmer taught the students how to care for the calves, while an industry advocate visited the students to speak about their career in the dairy industry.
Students were also required to form teams to complete assessments based on the dairy industry.
Dairy Australia workforce development program manager Sally Roberts said it was encouraging to see secondary students passionate about Cows Create Careers and Australia’s vibrant dairy industry.
“The aim of Cows Create Careers is to increase the students’ awareness of the diversity of educational pathways and career opportunities in Australia’s dairy industry,” Ms Roberts said.
“Through the project, students learnt about the different skills required in the dairy industry in a fun and hands-on way.
“It is great to see enthusiastic students getting involved and learning about the industry, while making important connections with their local dairy community.”
Visit www.dairyaustralia.com.au/farm/people/dairy-education-and-careers for more information.
