Fresh Start for Equine Apprentices @ CAFRE
We are pleased to announce that our first intake on to the New Equine Apprenticeship Programme joined us on Thursday 27th September for registration and induction. We would like to […]
Institution of Agricultural Engineers Northern Ireland Professional Development Event
The College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE), in conjunction with the Institution of Agricultural Engineers, (IAgrE), are hosting a guest lecture on Monday 22 October 2018 in Greenmount […]
Pesticide Storage. Are you covered?
Suppliers storing pesticides for sale or supply must hold a BASIS Certificate of Competence. The ‘Code of practice for suppliers of pesticides to agriculture, horticulture and forestry’ backed up by […]
Cookstown farmers invited to learn about PRRS control in Denmark
CAFRE is offering pig producers, in the Cookstown area, the opportunity to travel to Denmark to learn about disease control . Under the new Farm Innovation Visits scheme, a DAERA […]
New bursary for Horticulture students
Out There Services joins the list of busary donors at Greenmount Campus. This new bursary which is for Foundation Degree Horticulture students will provide £1000 along with a work placement […]
‘Learning by Doing’ on show at Loughry’s Open Day
Fresher’s Week took on a whole new meaning for students at Loughry Campus, College of Agriculture Food & Rural Enterprise with a focus on hands-on learning as a way of […]
Loughry Students USA Bound!
Back row, from left: Claire McConkey, Larne and Erin Shields, Newry Front row: Hannah Whittle, Dungannon Each year CAFRE students are given the opportunity to compete for a place to […]
Invest in your Future with CAFRE
The College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) invites you to its October Open Days to find out about the excellent courses and careers available in the agri-food and […]
Healthier Summer Treats Ahead
As summer draws to a close, Northern Ireland’s ice cream manufacturers are beginning to develop healthier versions of their closely guarded recipes. CAFRE Loughry campus and the Food Standards Agency’s […]
Student Bursary Sponsorship on the rise at Greenmount Campus
The 2018-19 Higher Education bursary programme was recently launched at Greenmount Campus. With over twenty four thousand pounds available, this is the largest bursary sponsorship that has ever been on […]
So you want to become an SQP (Suitably Qualified Person)
An SQP is an animal medicine adviser, known by the legally defined term as a “Suitably Qualified Person”. An SQP must pass a set of exams to demonstrate their animal […]
Level II Day Release Courses
“A qualification gained whilst working on the farm.” The ApprenticeshipNI (Level II) Work-based Diploma in Agriculture offered by the College of Agriculture, Food & Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) provides students with […]
Valuable soils need protection
Healthy soils are the engine driving crop and forage production on your farm. Recent wet summers, mild winters and modern farming techniques are having a detrimental effect on our soils. […]
Plan your autumn with CAFRE Equine Courses and Veterinary talks
The new suite of equine courses and events being offered by the College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) throughout autumn are now open for registration. Level 3 Accredited Evening […]
Loughry’s Food Courses are First Choice for School Leavers
If you are getting your results over the next few days and thinking about your future, this is the perfect time to check out what Loughry Campus, College of Agriculture, […]
CAFRE Agricultural Business Operations (Level II) Course closing date for 2018/19 enrolments is approaching
The CAFRE Agricultural Business Operations (Level II) Course is currently open for enrolments and will close at 4.00pm on Friday 24 August 2018. The classes will begin in early October […]
Paddocks – “the only way to graze sheep”
Enda McLernon, along with his father Peter run a flock of approximately 200 ewes outside Randalstown on the shores of Lough Neagh. The farm also supports a broiler breeder poultry […]
2018 CAFRE Walled Garden and Woodland Trails Open Weekends
Don’t miss the opportunity to see one of County Antrim’s most beautiful gardens at its best! Enjoy the glorious gardens at Greenmount Campus, visit our outdoor classroom and learn about […]
Business Development Groups Chat Issue 03
Welcome to the third edition of BDG chat; our online publication to help Business Development Group (BDG) members keep in touch. This edition provides an update on what has been achieved […]
Sustainable Soil Management Events – CAFRE Greenmount and Enniskillen
Sustainable Soil Management Events – CAFRE Greenmount and Enniskillen The Sustainable Soil Management Events are the latest in a series of FFKS workshops for farmers, farm family members and employees […]