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Multi-species swards: A game-changer for Northern Ireland’s farmers
As Northern Ireland’s agricultural sector grapples with mounting environmental, production, and financial pressures, innovative solutions...
May 25, 2025
CAFRE urges farmers to join Soil Nutrient Health Scheme training in June
Dr Steven Johnston and Mary-Ann Alexander, from CAFRE have marked a significant achievement as the Soil Nutrient Health Scheme (SNHS)...
May 24, 2025
Improving grassland productivity: CAFRE advises farmers to prioritise weed control
Jack Friar, CAFRE Beef and Sheep Adviser encourages farmers to act now to control the growth of weeds to improve sward quality and...
May 19, 2025
CAFRE and FareShare NI Collaborate to Combat Food Waste in Northern Ireland
Zita McNaugher, Food Technologist at CAFRE, is helping FareShare NI tackle the problem of food surplus by developing recipes using fresh...
May 17, 2025
Farmers encouraged to embrace sustainable nutrient management at CAFRE event in Co Antrim
CAFRE Northern area Beef and Sheep Team pictured with host Victor Chestnutt welcomed visitors to the on-farm ‘Fertilise to Maximise in a...
Apr 20, 2025
CAFRE Loughry Campus students celebrate in style at Leighinmohr House Hotel in Ballymena
The Loughry Campus Organising Committee with CAFRE staff at the Student Formal held at Leighinmohr House Hotel; Eric Long (CAFRE Head of...
Mar 29, 2025
CAFRE Farm Centres install LECA to reduce ammonia emissions
Lightweight expanded clay aggregate (LECA) added to the uncovered above ground slurry stores at CAFRE Farm Centres. Lightweight expanded...
Mar 27, 2025
Industry Supporters acknowledge Agriculture students’ potential
The first Abbey Autoline Bursary was presented to Matthew Arbuckle, by Lucia Turner, Agriculture Team Leader at Abbey Autoline. Matthew...
Mar 23, 2025
Industry Sponsors reward Food student potential
The Lakeland Dairies Bursary award was presented to Megan Ross by Catherine Gilchrist. Megan from Ballymena is studying for a BSc...
Mar 23, 2025
Potential of Equine Higher Education students recognised with Bursaries and Scholarship Awards at CAFRE
Peter O’Reilly, CEO of The Irish Thoroughbred Breeding Association presented Amy Barr with a Bursary Award. Amy from Broughshane is...
Mar 13, 2025
CAFRE students attend NIFDA Conference
Attending the NISCA Conference DAERA Minister Muir with CAFRE BSc (Hons) Degree in Food Business Management students Sarah McKeegan...
Mar 12, 2025
Grow a career in horticulture at CAFRE Greenmount, Antrim
Reunited through the love of horticulture careers. Graduates of the Foundation Degree in Horticulture 2023; L-R Matthew Lee (Horatio’s...
Mar 10, 2025
Heifer rearing is an investment, not a cost
Heifers should ideally calve down between 22 and 24 months. “Heifer rearing on a dairy farm is often seen as a high-cost enterprise...
Feb 15, 2025
Giving dairy calves the best possible start this autumn
Provide a clean, dry calf house with good ventilation. With Autumn calving fast approaching, College of Agriculture, Food and Rural...
Oct 5, 2024
Study online for an Equine qualification with CAFRE
Study online for a Certificate in Equine Science and Management with CAFRE, like learners Joy Carleton (Moy), Diana Cody (Enniskillen),...
Sep 25, 2024
Are your silage stocks adequate for the winter ahead?
Maintaining a neat silo face will help reduce waste caused by spoilage over the winter months. CAFRE Beef and Sheep Advisers suggest...
Sep 22, 2024
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