Four schools have emerged as the finalists for the 2025 ABP Angus Youth Challenge, beating competition from 24 other teams across Northern Ireland. Pupils from Enniskillen Royal Grammar School, Lecale Trinity Grammar School, Downpatrick, Markethill High School, and St. Joseph’s High School Crossmaglen will now embark on a year long journey exploring sustainable beef production.
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00:00Hey everyone, welcome! The big moment is finally here.
00:04It's time to reveal who's made it through to the final round of the AVP Angus Youth Challenge.
00:10Four teams will move forward winning a fantastic prize package.
00:15That includes raising your own calves with the support of a calf-free mentor
00:19and taking part in a year-long experience with AVP and Certified Irish Angus.
00:24But before we get to the finalists, a big shout out to everyone who took part in our exhibition.
00:30AVP, Certified Irish Angus and all the judges want to say a massive well done.
00:36You, your teachers and your school should be seriously proud of what you've achieved.
00:42Congratulations to each and every one of you for reaching the semi-final.
00:46But for now, here are the four teams who will move on to the next stage.
00:50So let's go in no particular order. Here are our finalists.
00:56For our first stop, we are going on a journey to a school in County Armagh.
01:01And we are in Market Hill because the first winning team is Market Hill High School.
01:07Natasha, Rachel, Autumn and Ellie, get ready.
01:11You're about to become the proud owners of five Angus cross calves.
01:15A huge congratulations and best of luck.
01:18All right, who's next? Let's head towards another county.
01:23And this time we're in County Down.
01:26And it's Downpatrick, which means a huge congratulations to LaCalle Trinity Grammar School.
01:32Ben, Lachlan, Christopher and Brent, you're through to the final.
01:36You've got a great year ahead of you. Make the most of it.
01:39Where to next? Let's head over to County Fermanagh.
01:43Congratulations to our next team of finalists from Enniskillen Royal Grammar School.
01:48Connor, Mackenzie, Jensen and Alfie, you're going to be busy.
01:52Can't wait to see what you achieve.
01:55All right, it's time for our fourth and final team.
01:59Where are we off to? We're heading back to County Armagh.
02:02And we're in Crossmaghlen. Congratulations St Joseph's High School.
02:07Casey, Jane and Mikaela, get your wellies ready because five Angus calves are on their way soon.
02:13We can't wait to see how you respond to the challenge.
02:17And there you have it, our four finalist teams and our new AVP Angus Youth Ambassadors.
02:23You've got an incredible year ahead of you. Good luck to you all and make the most of it.
02:28A big well done to everyone watching, whether you're a finalist or not.
02:33With so many opportunities in farming and food production waiting for you to grasp,
02:37keep building on those skills and experience you've gained with the AVP Angus Youth Challenge.
02:43Congratulations to all participants.