The Guild holds numerous events throughout the year for members and every year we hold one major event.

Michael Dillon Lecture 2009
Mary Robinson discussed food security and the role of agriculture at the 2009 Michael Dillon Memorial Lecture. Michael Dillon died in 1992, after a hugely successful career in agricultural journalism that lasted more than 40 years. He was noted as a writer and broadcaster with a constructive approach to farming and the many changes that he saw happen throughout his lifetime. For her full speech click here

Michael Dillon Lecture 2005
The 2005 Michael Dillon memorable lecture took place with almost 150 guild members and guests attending to hear Peter Sutherland at the Royal Hospital, Kilmainham in November.
The second lecture was a huge success and Hugh Friel, of Kerry Group who sponsored the event, said Sutherland’s unique insight into world trade issues and the impact of current negotiations on the EU Agri-Food sectors, was drawn from his wide experience and deep understanding of such critical issues.
Guests at the Lecture included IFA President Padraig Walshe, ICMSA President Jackie Cahill; Macra na Feirme President Colm Markey; ICOS  Director General John Tyrell; Teagasc Director Jim Flanagan; Department of Agriculture Secretary General Tom Moran and Martin Territt of the EU Commission. Michael Dillon’s family was represented by his wife Nora, and three of their children.