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International Women’s Day – CAFRE’s Medal winners
This International Women’s Day (IWD), we’re celebrating the success of our Gold and Silver Medal winning College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) graduates.
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New safeguarding measures for XL Bully breed type dogs to be introduced
Safeguarding the public is the primary concern of DAERA Minister Andrew Muir, as he announced his intention to introduce new safety measures for XL Bully breed type dogs in Northern Ireland.
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Ministers Muir and McConalogue launch €9 million Shared Island funding call
A €9 million funding initiative to support the development of the all-island bioeconomy in the agriculture and marine sectors has been jointly launched by Ministers Muir and McConalogue.
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Reducing emissions and maintaining food production
Dairy farmers were reassured by the take home messages from speakers at the recent CAFRE Carbon Challenge conference.
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Recycling should be an integral part of our everyday lives - Muir
Recycling must be an integral part of our everyday lives regardless of where we are and what we are doing, if we are to reduce the amount of waste sent to landfill whilst recycling more...
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Appointment of Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO) for Northern Ireland
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs has announced that Mr Brian Dooher (MRCVS) has been successful in the recent external recruitment competition to appoint a new Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO) for Northern Ireland.
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Minister’s statement following publication of the Rural Needs Annual Monitoring Report
Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Minister Andrew Muir MLA has made a written statement to the Assembly following the publication of the Rural Needs Annual Monitoring Report April 2022 – March 2023.
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CAFRE to host Beef Carbon Reduction Scheme information meetings
The Beef Carbon Reduction (BCR) scheme which was introduced on 1st January 2024 is a key element of DAERA’s Farm Support and Development Programme and aims to improve the efficiency and environmental sustainability of Northern...
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CAFRE to host Beef Carbon Reduction Scheme information meetings
The Beef Carbon Reduction (BCR) scheme which was introduced on 1 January 2024 is a key element of DAERA’s Farm Support and Development Programme and aims to improve the efficiency and environmental sustainability of Northern...
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Farm walks to highlight efficient and sustainable milk production
Environmental issues are becoming ever more prominent in farming discussions. There are challenges for producers across 4 main areas – carbon, air and water quality, and biodiversity.
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DAERA Minister Muir visits Brussels
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has completed a series of engagements during a three-day visit to Brussels to discuss areas of mutual interest between Northern Ireland and the EU.
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Minister Muir encourages eligible groups to apply for Rural Regeneration and Social Inclusion funding under new PEACEPLUS Programme
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs is encouraging eligible organisations in Northern Ireland to apply to the new €50million Rural Regeneration and Social Inclusion investment area, under the new PEACEPLUS programme.
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Extension of the Chair of the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute Board position
The Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Minister Andrew Muir has announced the extension of Colin Coffey as Chair of the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) Board for a five-month period while a public appointment process...
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Opportunities in Food Careers Fair at CAFRE
The College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise welcomed food businesses to the Opportunities in Food Careers Fair at Loughry Campus, Cookstown. The event offered businesses interested in offering work placements or graduate employment the...
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Farm walk will get dairy farmers thinking
Mark Patterson milks 110 dairy cows at Drumcroon Road, Garvagh and is hosting a farm walk on Wednesday 27 March starting at 11:00am.
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Equine Science in focus at Enniskillen Campus
The College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) welcomed a group of 25 students from Erne Integrated College during Northern Ireland Science Festival Week to Enniskillen Campus.
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Key Rural Issues 2023 Publication
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) today published ‘Key Rural Issues 2023’.
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Minister Muir pledges urgent action on Lough Neagh
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir said he would not shy away from the work that needs to be done to begin tackling the blue green algae crisis, but warned it will take investment, commitment and partnership...
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Careers in the spotlight at CAFRE Enniskillen Campus
The College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) has established strong relationships with the equine industry.
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Slurry spreading reminders
The Nutrients Action Programme (NAP) promotes efficient management of livestock manures, chemical fertilisers and other nutrient applications to land, it applies to all farms in Northern Ireland.