FdSc first-year Horticulture students visited An Creagán, where they met with CAFRE Graduate Michéal Scullion and Stephanie Clokey from Ulster Farmers' Union. They were informed about peatland restoration efforts in collaboration with Ulster Wildlife in the Sperrins. The students assisted in installing a plastic pile dam and visited Haughey's Bog, observing restoration plans and new peat dams. This experience reinforced the importance of peat-free growing media in horticulture, complementing their studies.
Are you interested in learning more about crop production?
Join Technology Demonstration Farmer Richard Orr on Wednesday 4 December at 1.00pm at Bright Community Centre, Ballynoe Road, Ballynoe, Downpatrick BT30 8AJ
Register your attendance by emailing: [email protected]
Exploring Lough Neagh Fishermen’s Co-operative 🎣
Level 3 Food Technology and Nutrition students had an excellent experience visiting Lough Neagh Fishermen's Co-operative, where they delved into the world of fish processing!
Students learnt about the traditional techniques and practices employed to ensure the highest quality products are produced sustainably. One of the highlights of the tour was the tasting experience, where students sampled some of the eels prepared on-site.
A huge thank you to Kathleen McBride (CEO) and Ciaran Kelly (Quality Manager) for their warm welcome and for sharing their expertise with CAFRE Food students.
Greenmount Campus Agriculture Level 2 and Level 3 students enjoyed a day at the Royal Ulster Premier Beef & Lamb Championships. Great to see current and former students participating.
Our Level 3 Food students enjoyed a practical session learning about ice cream manufacture. From weighing, checking, blending, analysing, pasteurising, freezing, depositing and packing a tasty treat was created.
Level 2 Equine Care students recently visited Ballyward Equestrian and TRI Equestrian. The day began with a tour of the stunning facilities at Ballyward, where students gained valuable insights into equestrian management, care, and operations.
Thank-you to Mr. McConville, owner of Ballyward Equestrian, and Shane O’Reilly, a Rider at the facility, for hosting our visit. Students also had the chance to meet former student Rachel O’Hare, who is employed at Ballyward after a successful work placement.
Next, the group headed to TRI Equestrian, where they explored a diverse selection of high-quality equestrian gear and essentials. Thanks to Gareth McComb, Manager and former Level 2 Apprentice Sarah Orr, who is now working at TRI Equestrian for hosting our visit.
This experience provided our students with an excellent opportunity to enhance their knowledge and fuel their enthusiasm for a career in the equine industry.
In this International Stress Awareness Week (4-8 November) we spotlight the activities Level 3 Veterinary Nursing students participated in during a recent self-care day. As part of their curriculum learners are required to explain the importance of health and wellbeing and recognise methods and strategies of self-care for the Veterinary Nurse professional.
What could be more enjoyable than spending time with Millstream Alpacas, reaping the rewards of tactile therapy, before heading over to Laurel View Equestrian for goat yoga, pony pampering, and a delightful animal antics experience? A big thank you to Tiny House Coffee for providing the sweet treats!
If you are working in a Veterinary Practice and interested in obtaining a formal Veterinary Nursing qualification, visit www.cafre.ac.uk for information on our Level 3 course delivered at CAFRE, Greenmount Campus.
𝐇𝐮𝐧𝐠𝐫𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐬𝐮𝐜𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬?
Consider studying Food at Loughry Campus, Cookstown
If you, or someone you know is in Years 12-14 at school, staff at Loughry Campus invite you/them to attend a 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐂𝐨𝐮𝐫𝐬𝐞𝐬 𝐓𝐚𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐃𝐚𝐲.
𝐓𝐮𝐞𝐬𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝟏𝟐𝐭𝐡 𝐍𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐦𝐛𝐞𝐫
Join us to experience life as a Food student at CAFRE.
With courses in:
✅Food Innovation Management with pathways in Nutrition and Technology
✅Sustainable Agri-Food Business Management
✅Food Technology and Science
✅Food Technology and Nutrition
✅Food and Drink Apprenticeships
come along and sample our new offerings.
Book now at www.cafre.ac.uk
We are ready to welcome Level 2 and Level 3 students to the Further Education Awards Day at Greenmount Campus tomorrow.
We will be celebrating the achievements of our full-time and part-time learners when they collect their awards in:
🐮Agriculture
🌺Floristry
🌳Horticulture
🚜Land-based Engineering
🐔Poultry
🐱Veterinary Nursing
For information on Further Education Level 2 and Level 3 courses visit www.cafre.ac.uk and discover opportunities to train to work in the agri-food and land-based sectors.
Thank-you to everyone who attened our Agriculture Courses Open Day at Greenmount Campus. We were delighted to see so many students considering a course a CAFRE. Don't forget application portals are open for all our courses.
✅ Level 2 and Level 3 courses - visit www.cafre.ac.uk
✅ Foundation and Honours Degree courses - visit www.ucas.com
For further information about our courses visit: www.cafre.ac.uk
This Friday we welcome back our Level 2 and Level 3 Equine and Agriculture students to share with family and friends their achievements and successes as we celebrate our Further Education Awards Day at Enniskillen Campus.
Further Education Level 2 and Level 3 qualifications prepare students for work in their chosen industry or may offer a route into higher level study.
If you are interested in studying on an Apprenticeship or part-time work-based qualification in Agriculture discover courses at Enniskillen Campus.
Explore full-time and Apprenticeship opportunities in Equine at Enniskillen Campus.
Visit www.cafre.ac.uk
❗❗CAFRE, Senior Water Technologist, Andrew Thompson reminds farmers of slurry spreading rules and the impending closed period which starts at midnight on Tuesday 15 October. ❗❗
