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AbbeyAutoline renews CAFRE partnership to support next generation of Northern Ireland farmers
Ian McMaw, Business Lecturer at the College of Agriculture Food & Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) Greenmount Campus and Richard Henderson, Head of Agriculture at AbbeyAutoline. AbbeyAutoline has reaffirmed its commitment to the future of Northern Ireland’s agricultural industry by renewing its partnership with the College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) for the 2025/2026 academic year. As part of the CAFRE Industry Support Programme, AbbeyAutoline will once again o
Nov 4


Farm 999: New BBC series filmed at CAFRE, Co Antrim shines a light on the hidden dangers of farming life
Presenter Steph McGovern on a farm in Northern Ireland. (Images: BBC / Stellify Media) Filmed at the College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) in County Antrim, a new BBC series is set to uncover the unseen side of rural life — where danger, dedication and resilience meet on Britain’s farms. The 15-part series, Farm 999, launches on Friday 7 November on BBC One Northern Ireland and BBC iPlayer . Presented by Steph McGovern , it takes viewers deep into the chal
Oct 29


CAFRE celebrates student success at annual Equine Awards Ceremony
Sport Certificate in Horse Care Management learners received their qualifications at the Equine Awards Ceremony at Enniskillen Campus. Pictured are Abbie Thompson from Antrim , Aine Sweeney from Burtonport, Co Donegal, Alisha Cooper from Kells and Maria Elliott from Ballinamallard along with CAFRE Equine Lecturer, Dr Rachel Annan. The College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) hosted its annual Awards Ceremony on Friday 17 October 2025, celebrating the outstan
Oct 23


CAFRE students gain real-world insights on UK agriculture study tours supported by The Gibson Trust
CAFRE Level 3 Agriculture students visit Cogent UK in Chester at the start of their three-day study tour of Wales supported by The Gibson...
Oct 4


CAFRE Uplands Open Day showcases innovation in upland farming and conservation in Glenwherry
Beef cattle grazing at the Hill Farm is managed using virtual fence technology. More than 260 visitors braved wet weather to attend the...
Sep 28


CAFRE Open Week 2025: Your gateway to agri-food and land-based careers
Student Recruitment Team, (L-R) Laura Browne, Liz Simpson and Caoimhe Hegarty will be happy to answer your questions. The College of...
Sep 18


Preparing rams for tupping: CAFRE issues autumn guidance for sheep farmers
CAFRE Beef and Sheep Adviser John Hamilton. As sheep farmers across Northern Ireland turn their attention to assembling breeding flocks...
Sep 17


Greenmount Association welcomes back Class of ’85 for 40th anniversary reunion
Patrick Fee and Robert Edwards, past Greenmount students, are planning the Greenmount Association’s 40 year anniversary reunion for the...
Sep 13


CAFRE and Teagasc to spotlight hill suckler innovation at Uplands Open Day
Breeding and management: A crossbred cow and calf at the CAFRE Hill Farm. The College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE)...
Aug 31


How CAFRE is helping NI farmers boost herd fertility and sustainability
Micheal Finnegan chats through breeding performance with CAFRE Beef and Sheep Adviser Noel McNeill. Micheal has applied to join the new...
Aug 30


Hands-On Beef Farming Experience Awaits Year 11s in ABP Angus Challenge
As part of the ABP Angus Youth finalist programme, pupils embark on an international study tour with ABP and Certified Irish Angus....
Aug 30


Hill farming and wildlife conservation in focus at CAFRE Open Day
CAFRE Hill Farm at Glenwherry, County Antrim The College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) and Teagasc are inviting the...
Aug 17


CAFRE launches suckler cow fertility themed groups to boost herd efficiency
Rachel Megarrell, CAFRE Beef and Sheep Adviser, urges farmers to apply before Friday 15 August to join the new CAFRE Suckler Cow...
Aug 10


Discover the vital role of upland sheep farming at CAFRE’s Glenwherry Hill Farm Open Day
Ewes and lambs grazing at CAFRE’s Hill Farm Upland sheep farming will take centre stage at this year’s CAFRE Hill Farm Open Day, where...
Aug 7


Peatland, biodiversity and hill farming united at Glenwherry Upland Open Day
The College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) and Teagasc will jointly host a major Upland Open Day at Glenwherry Hill...
Aug 2


CAFRE agriculture students gain hands-on insight on Scottish study tour supported by The Gibson Trust
CAFRE Level 3 Agriculture students from Greenmount Campus enjoyed their study tour to Scotland which was generously supported by the...
Jul 31


CAFRE farms lead the way in reducing ammonia emissions from beef and sheep enterprises
Outwintering cattle at the CAFRE Hill Farm Centre, Glenwherry The College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) is at the...
Jul 25


CAFRE celebrates 25 years of Horticulture Higher Education as Class of 2025 graduates
Class of 2025 Foundation Degree in Horticulture graduates: Jaime Hudson from Newcastle; Fay Hunter from Ballyclare; Helen Black from...
Jul 20


CAFRE celebrates Class of 2025 Master’s Graduates in Agri-Food and Rural Enterprise
Celebrating their Master’s Degree awards: David Moore (Ballymoney) , James Waugh (Portadown), Daniel Sproule (Killylea), Mairead McCrory...
Jul 19


New CAFRE Suckler Cow Fertility Groups aim to boost breeding success on NI farms
Main: Gareth Beacom, Beef and Sheep Adviser at The College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) The College of Agriculture,...
Jul 18
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