Rural Life
The Macra president said that while access to land is difficult for all young farmers, it is a particular challenge for young female farmers.
The final six contestants competing for the title of FBD Young Farmer of the Year 2025 have been announced.
Macra has extended its "heartfelt" congratulations to Katelyn Cummins, who was crowned the 2025 International Rose of Tralee this week.
The Land Mobility Service was delighted to be part of the Sustainable Livestock Village at this year’s Tullamore Show, alongside Macra.
Macra president, Josephine O'Neill has said that generational renewal must become a key issue for the government.
Macra recorded a total income of €2,751,097 in 2024, with a surplus recorded of €19,214. In 2023, organisation recorded €401,384 deficit.
Josephine O'Neill was ratified as the new president of Macra at the organisations AGM in Ennis, Co. Clare yesterday (Saturday, May 10).
Agri Politics
Kilkenny's Josephine O'Neill has been elected as the new president of Macra, replacing outgoing president Elaine Houlihan.
Josephine O’Neill, from Callan in Co. Kilkenny is set to become the next president of Macra, succeeding outgoing president, Elaine Houlihan.
Josephine O'Neill, from Callan in Co. Kilkenny, is the second candidate to launch a campaign to become the next president of Macra.
