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After a close-fought campaign, Josephine O’Neill, a secondary school teacher and a proud member of Callan Macra, Co. Kilkenny, has been named Macra’s 40th National President Elect following the count in the Irish Farm Centre earlier today. Outgoing President Elaine Houlihan said, “Congratulations to Josephine on her victory. I am delighted to be handing over Macra to Josephine's safe hands and wish her the very best of luck as she adjusts to her new role”.  Elaine also noted that history has been made. “Josephine is the first female candidate to contest and win a Macra Presidential Election, and we would...

Elaine Houlihan, returning officer for the Macra National elections, is delighted to announce a full complement of candidates for their Presidential and Vice-Presidential elections after the close of nominations today (Tuesday, 4th March ) at 5pm. “It’s brilliant to see two elections happening in the organisation for the role of National President and Munster Vice-President”, said Ms Houlihan.“I am delighted to announce Andrew Dunne and John Duffy as the Leinster and Northwest Vice Presidents elect,” continued Ms Houlihan.They will take over the roles from Patrick Jordan and Rob Lally at the national AGM this May in County Clare. There are...

Macra and The ASA are teaming up once again for their second annual International Women’s Day celebration. Last year’s event took place in the Heritage Hotel Killenard raised €6,500 for Breast Cancer Ireland and this year the organisations hope to raise that and more. Elaine Houlihan, Macra President said “It’s great to see the relationship between Macra and the ASA continue to grow and to be able to come together again this year to celebrate women and support Breast Cancer Ireland.” Highlighting the important work that Breast Cancer Ireland do, Ms. Houlihan continued “One in seven women in Ireland will...

Clonakilty Agricultural College was the proud host of the 2025 Macra and Teagasc Colleges Challenges Day, held on Wednesday, 12th February. Eight teams from agricultural, equine and horticultural colleges across the country gathered to compete in a range of events designed to test their skills, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.This event has been running in different formats for many years.  The current format is in its 15th year, and has evolved to reflect modern as well as traditional practices. It features competitions in traditional stock judging, tractor driving, welding, fencing and low-cloche construction, as well as a mix of sporting challenges...

The FBD Young Farmer of the Year Awards in association with Macra, are sponsored annually by FBD and run by Macra in partnerships with the IFA and Macra Agricultural Skillnet. The competition was launched in 1999 and has been successful in raising the profile of young farmers within their community by recognising their achievements and contribution to farming.