Preparing for the next generation - more than 300 attend Kilkenny farm event
More than 300 people have attended a special seminar on preparing farms for future generations.
Jason Dempsey, Branch Manager in AIB Kilkenny said he was delighted to see 300 plus of the bank’s agri customers and industry colleagues at the Newpark Hotel, Kilkenny for the AIB South East Agri Seminar, focused on Farm Succession: Preparing for the Next Generation.
The strength of the attendance speaks volumes about the importance of the agri sector across the South East and the value of bringing customers, industry experts and advisers together for practical and informed conversations about the future of farming.
The evening covered everything from the outlook for dairy and grain markets to farm investment, succession planning and the importance of bringing together financial, tax, legal and agricultural advice when planning for the next generation.
Huge credit was given to Bryan Skehan and Chris Nolan for organising such an excellent evening and bringing together a really strong line-up of speakers.
Chris shared valuable insights on the agri banking market and the supports available to customers, while Dan O’Kane from Tirlán provided a refreshingly positive outlook on future growth opportunities.
Jessica O’Donnell from ifac gave everyone plenty to think about on succession and tax planning, before John Hickey from Poe Kiely Hogan Lanigan Solicitors finished with some excellent practical advice on successfully planning the transfer of the family farm to the next generation.
Finally Jason gave thanks to the Chair, Rachel O’Dowd from SETU, for steering the evening so well, and to Donal Whelton, Head of Agri, whose closing remarks reaffirmed AIB’s continued commitment to Irish agriculture and our farming customers.
Most importantly, events like this gives the bank the opportunity to listen to and engage directly with of their most important customer bases in the region. Those conversations are incredibly valuable.
“To all our customers and business partners who joined us, thank you for your continued support, loyalty and custom. We hugely appreciate it and look forward to continuing to support farming families and agri businesses across the South East,” said Kilkenny branch manager Jason Dempsey.
A great evening of insight, conversation and connection, and a very positive reflection of the strength of Irish agriculture.