Almost 1,000 children in West Kerry take part in farm safety workshops

Almost 1,000 (945) children in West Kerry are taking part in farm safety workshops this week.

The farm safety education initiative for children, AgriKids, works with schools and communities to keep young people safe on farms.

It is being delivered at twelve schools on the Dingle Peninsula.

Farming remains Ireland’s most dangerous occupation, with children and older people particularly at risk.

The founder of AgriKids, Alma Jordan says children are taught to recognise hazards and make safer choices:

The hear the full report, tune in to AgriTime with Sari Houlihan this evening at 7 o'clock on Radio Kerry.