Lord Elliott has hit out at at government departments and agencies for their lack of support for our local farming and rural communities.
Agriculture apprenticeships graduate from CAFRE
FERMANAGH farmers of the future were celebrating recently after graduating from their agriculture apprenticeships at CAFRE’s Enniskillen campus. With the industry continuing to evolve rapidly, and the demand for skilled staff rising, apprenticeship raining has emerged as a popular option for students seeking hands-on experience in the field. CAFRE Enniskillen offer level 2 and level 3 part-time qualifications, […]
Farming is the most overworked industry
FARMERS are the hardest workers in the UK, a new survey has revealed. Farmers, along with those in the fishing and forestry industries, work an average of 42 hours a week, which is 32.13 percent more than the average worker, according to figures from the Office for National Statistics. The figures, which were analysed by legal […]
Fermanagh fears over foot and mouth return
IT’S NOT just Fermanagh’s farmers fearing the possible return of foot and mouth disease, with news of the return of the disease bringing back not-so-happy memories for many border residents over the age of 30. The government has issued another warning to farmers and animal keepers after last week it emerged three separate cases of […]
Fermanagh farmer Lorraine on work-life balance
Lorraine is also a nurse and busy mum, but has still found the time to enrol in a course with CAFRE.
Sustainable farming practices explored at Boho event
Fermanagh farmers enjoyed a transformative workshop on soil health and regenerative farming practices was recently held in Boho recently.
Fermanagh farming family fury after tractor stolen
A FERMANAGH farming family has been left furious after a “treasured” Case tractor and square bailer was reportedly stolen in the Kinawley/Derrylin area last night (Wednesday). “This outfit, whilst vintage and treasured by my father, was stolen last night. It is quite unique and was likely taken to order,” posted Olive Thornton, in an online […]
Avian flu is a major threat to rural farming
FARMERS in Fermanagh have been left in fear that a rapidly spreading avian flu could be transferred to animals and cattle in the North. For almost 30 years, avian flu has posed a major threat to rural farming and fears are mounting after the deadly and potentially fatal H5N1 strain has been detected in cattle […]
Last chance to apply to Environmental Farming Scheme
APPLICATIONS for funding under DAERA’s Environmental Farming Scheme (EFS) Higher Level is coming to an end this week. There are just two days left to apply for the seventh tranche of the scheme, which is open for both new applicants and those with a tranche two of that is ending in December. With such a tight time frame […]
Is alpaca farming the new way to go?
What is so attractive about the fluffy,shy, South American mammals?