In the East Derry election for the Northern Ireland Assembly, a mushroom researcher who previously worked with Teagasc has won a seat . Caoimhe Archibald is not your usual MLA. She has a PhD in molecular mycology which is mushroom research.
After qualifying as a plant pathologist from QUB she then joined Teagasc in Dublin. During her five years with Teagasc she ran in two Dublin marathons.
Ms. Archibald said she hopes to use her professional expertise to promote the growth of indigenous small and medium sized businesses in food and drinks.
“I hope to concentrate my work in the Assembly on promoting food tourism and our natural heritage. “
