ASA Grad Event

The Agricultural Science Association (ASA) is delighted to host a graduate webinar titled “Salary, Sense and Careers – Owning Your First Decade”, taking place on Wednesday 24th June at 1pm.

This one-hour virtual event is designed for professionals who have graduated from Agri-science or agri-food courses within the past ten years and are looking to take ownership of their early career journey.

The ASA Graduate Assembly provides an excellent opportunity to reconnect with peers, explore diverse career pathways, and gain practical insights from professionals who have built successful careers across the agri-food sector.

The webinar will feature a dynamic panel of speakers from leading organisations across the agri-food industry, including:

• FRS
• Kepak Group
• ABP Food Group
• Boann Distillery
• Lakeland Dairies
• IFAC

Panel members will share practical advice and real-life experiences covering key topics such as:

1. Financial planning for early-career professionals and salary expectations within the sector
   CV advice – what employers are really looking for
2. The structure and purpose of graduate programmes, progression pathways, and professional development opportunities beyond graduate schemes
3. Personality profiling using Birkman Colours and why organisations use it
4. Thinking outside the box – career advice and alternative pathways
5. Financial considerations when establishing new farming enterprises or joining family farm operations
6. Succession planning and long-term career sustainability

Registration and Access

ASA Members: Free of charge

Non-Members: €10