Macra Na Feirme

The Macra Podcast with Martina Mealiffe - Queen of the Land Festival

Fri, 03 Nov 2023 06:00:00 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Martina from the Queen of the Land Festival Committee to talk through all the details about the weekend. Don't forget to buy your tickets!

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The Macra Podcast with Munster VP, Aishling O'Keeffe

Fri, 27 Oct 2023 12:20:24 GMT

On this episode of the the podcast, Kathryn talks to Aishling about her role as VP, and her background in Macra that led her to run for the role as Munster Vice President. We hope you enjoy!

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The Macra Podcast with Dion Murphy Kelly

Fri, 20 Oct 2023 09:27:56 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Dion from Beara Macra all about the fundraiser his club is doing for Acquired Brain Injury Ireland and his two friends, and Macra members, Gary and Keith. We encourage all to get involved!

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The Macra Podcast with Dwayne Shiels

Fri, 22 Sep 2023 10:32:26 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Dwayne, our recently awarded FBD Young Farmer of the Year winner. This recording did happen at the National Ploughing Championships so expect a little background noise! We hope you enjoy!

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The Macra Podcast with Fiona O'Leary

Fri, 15 Sep 2023 09:50:44 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Fiona from Bantry Macra who has been recently elected to the Rural Youth Europe's Board. Fiona tells us all about the different avenues you can be involved in in Macra and all about Rural Youth Europe.

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The Macra Podcast with Caoin McCabe

Fri, 01 Sep 2023 05:00:27 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Caoin about being Cavan NCR and what he loves about Macra! We also talk about some upcoming Macra events - we hope you enjoy!

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The Macra Podcast with Aidan O'Neill

Fri, 18 Aug 2023 11:45:40 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Aidan from Kilmallock Macra all about his role as YFDG chair, his trip to Austria with Rural Youth and what he loves about Macra. We hope you enjoy!

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The Macra Podcast with EweTube

Fri, 04 Aug 2023 11:48:57 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Karol from EweTube all about his business. From shearing, to lambing ewe's to making Youtube content, Karol shares his very motivating story to date. We hope you enjoy!

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The Macra Podcast with Caitríona Power

Fri, 28 Jul 2023 10:10:46 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Caitríona from Ennis Macra all about Macra's Big Summer Blowout. We hope to see you there!

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The Macra Podcast with Paddy Jordan, Leinster VP

Fri, 21 Jul 2023 08:32:27 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Paddy about his role of Leinster Vice President, how he's finding it and Paddy's favourite memories in Macra! We hope you enjoy!

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The Macra Podcast with Mick Wall, Macra TDO.

Fri, 14 Jul 2023 05:00:00 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Mick all about Macra activities, including some club event suggestions! We dive into talking about the GAA and how Macra has a level playing field for all. We hope you enjoy!

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The Macra Podcast with Tomás Russell

Fri, 07 Jul 2023 04:00:33 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Tomás from UCD all about the UCD MAgrSc Agricultural Extension and Innovation. If you have any questions about the course, please feel free to reach out to Tomás directly - tomas.russell@ucd.ie

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The Macra Podcast with Donie Wiley

Fri, 30 Jun 2023 09:25:05 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Donie all about what he does as HR manager of the organisation, his time on the board and what he loves about the organisation. We also have a special giveaway with it being our 20th episode!

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The Macra Podcast with Robert Lally, NW VP

Fri, 23 Jun 2023 04:00:43 GMT

ON this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Rob about becoming Northwest Vice President and how he is finding the role thus far, among with a few other stories! We hope you enjoy!

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The Macra Podcast with Mick Curran, Macra CEO.

Fri, 16 Jun 2023 03:30:43 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Mick about being CEO of Macra and answers many of the common member questions. We hope you enjoy :)

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The Macra Podcast with Rebecca Hawkins

Fri, 09 Jun 2023 02:00:53 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Rebecca all about her club Baltinglass/ Rathvilly Macra in Carlow! We hope you enjoy :)

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The Macra Podcast with FBD Young Farmer of the Year, Christopher Tuffy

Fri, 02 Jun 2023 09:22:25 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn is joint with Elaine, to talk to Christopher, our current FBD YFY to talk all about the competition! Don't forget applications are now open and you can apply on the Macra website!

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The Macra Podcast with Macra Agricultural Skillnet

Fri, 26 May 2023 13:40:50 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Macra Skillnet Manager, Gillian all about what they have to offer. We also do a run through of the upcoming Blue Jeans Country Queen Festival - don't forget to buy your tickets!

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Macra Podcast with John Keane & Elaine Houlihan

Fri, 19 May 2023 14:32:15 GMT

On this episode of the Podcast, Elaine fills in for Kathryn as she is off on holidays. Elaine is joined by our immediate Past President John Keane who answers all the members questions along with discussing all things from aeroplanes to flip boards. Both Elaine & John tried their best editing the podcast so Enjoy!

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The Macra Podcast with Elaine Houlihan

Fri, 12 May 2023 09:10:00 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Elaine about her upcoming role as Macra National President and what her hopes and ambitions are. She also lets us in on a few of her Macra memories - we hope you enjoy!

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The Macra Podcast with Conor Murphy

Fri, 28 Apr 2023 02:00:50 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Conor all about Macra competitions and what's involved when being chair of the competitions committee. Listen to hear a competition that Conor would love to introduce!

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The Macra Podcast with Liam Hanrahan

Fri, 21 Apr 2023 02:30:20 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Liam about Macra's upcoming March "Steps For Our Future". Make sure to tune in to listen to why we are doing this protest and hear all about Macra Agricultural Skillnet and how you or your club can benefit!

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The Macra Podcast with Josephine O'Neill

Fri, 14 Apr 2023 10:25:32 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Josephine about the upcoming Mr Personality Festival and gains some insight into her mad dreams!.. Grab a cuppa and we hope you enjoy!

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The Macra Podcast with Caroline O'Keeffe

Fri, 07 Apr 2023 12:41:32 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Caroline about her various different roles that she currently has in Macra. Caroline gives us a flavour of all the different ways that you can become more involved in Macra! We hope you enjoy 💙

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The Macra Podcast with The Land Mobility Service

Fri, 31 Mar 2023 10:06:37 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Mick and Paddy from the Land Mobility Service all about what they do and how they helping farmers all over Ireland.Even if you are not a farmer this gives you a great insight into another element of farming

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The Macra Podcast with Joe Metcalfe

Fri, 24 Mar 2023 09:26:14 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Joe all about Kildare Macra and his weekend at the Mr Personality Festival last year, amongst other things. We hope you enjoy!

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The Macra Podcast with John Keane, Macra President

Mon, 20 Mar 2023 17:54:12 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to John about being a Macra President, what his role involves, and some of his favourite Macra memories thus far. We hope you enjoy!

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The Macra Podcast with Sean Kelly

Fri, 10 Mar 2023 04:00:55 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Sean about the Macra Rally and what is involved in the prep from a committee's perspective. We also dip into talking about the role of an Escort in Macra at some of our festivals amongst many other things!

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The Macra Podcast with our 3 VP's

Wed, 08 Mar 2023 04:00:00 GMT

On this special extra episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to our three female VP's about all things Macra and what International Women's Day means to them. There are a few juicy stories in there too, so make sure to sit down with a cuppa for this one!

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The Macra Podcast with Shane and Mark from Moynalty Macra

Fri, 03 Mar 2023 04:00:12 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Shane and Mark all about their hike to to Mount Everest Basecamp!

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The Macra Podcast with Andrew Naughton

Fri, 24 Feb 2023 05:00:09 GMT

On this episode of the podcast, Kathryn talks to Andrew about all things Rural Youth, Mr Personality and why Andrew would recommend anyone to give Macra a go. We hope you enjoy!

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The Macra Podcast Relaunch

Fri, 17 Feb 2023 06:00:59 GMT

On this episode of the Macra podcast, Kathryn Snell is delighted to relaunch the Macra podcast. Gillian from Macra Agricultural Skillnet joins Kathryn to talk about the different courses available to Macra members and she also leans in on some trips she's gotten to take with Macra over the years and even adds in her claim to fame of seeing a celebrity!.. We hope you enjoy!

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Minding your body and mind with exercise and food

Thu, 05 May 2022 15:50:34 GMT

Macra Rural Youth

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Mí na mBan Episode 3

Mon, 31 May 2021 13:05:17 GMT

An interview with Amy McGuire, lecturer in Sports Nutrition and Excercise from LIT, focusing on Nutrition and Exercise for Women in Sport.

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Mí na mBan Episode 2

Wed, 19 May 2021 13:58:55 GMT

Women’s visibility in sport with Niamh Ní Dhroma.

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Mí na mBan Episode 1

Thu, 13 May 2021 16:23:40 GMT

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Macra Round up

Fri, 13 Nov 2020 11:18:00 GMT

In this weeks episode Andrew and John discuss all the goings on across Macra over the last number of weeks and what is to come over the next few. Tullow Macra feature on the Club foucs and Andrew fixes the Club focus draw to pull out his own club! Tune in to find out more.

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Podcast puppy update and Autumn Seminar

Tue, 03 Nov 2020 20:09:47 GMT

We get an insight into the antics of the podcast puppy and a jar of cocoa powder. Andrew meets Fiona O leary and Paddy Delaney to discuss the Autumn Seminar. This week's club focus is with Kilmacthomas Macra from Waterford.

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Skillsnet insight and mental health awareness

Fri, 16 Oct 2020 13:12:02 GMT

On this episode Andrew and John speak with Bridgit Quigley from Macra Skillsnet on all the huge amount that can be done through skillsnet for members. Anthony Culleton and Tom Carroll talk through all the main things coming up on mental health in October. Not forgetting our club focus with Mid Kerry Macra

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The Macra Dog, Dunmamway Focus and Our Young Farmer of the Year

Fri, 02 Oct 2020 12:02:32 GMT

In the latest installment Andrew introduces us to his four legged friends. We meet Dunmanway Macra in this weeks club focus. We sit down with 2019 Young Farner of the Year Winner Liam Hanrahan to discuss his experience in the competition and the 10 months since he was crowned winner.

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First Club Focus and Pre Budget Discussions

Fri, 18 Sep 2020 13:14:23 GMT

In this weeks episode Andrew meets Gillian and Jerome from Barryroe on the first Club Focus feature. We also meet Shane Quigley from the rural youth committee to discuss Macra's Pre Budget Submission. John and Andrew discuss the Ag asks in the from Budget 2020 and the draw for the next Club Focus.

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Ag affairs Chair and Members Development

Fri, 04 Sep 2020 14:33:37 GMT

Andrew and John meet Shane Fitzgerald do discuss all things Ag related in Macra. There also details of the Members robot package that our President let slip on the last episode. The inaugural draw for the Club feature segment on the show is also carried out.

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Meet the President Thomas Duffy

Mon, 17 Aug 2020 15:44:28 GMT

Andrew and John interview Thomas Duffy Macra President on his journey so far up to and including his time to date as President. Thomas gives us an insight into his life as President and how he represents the members daily. Also tune in to find out what's coming up in Macra and how your club can be featured on the show.

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Back with a Bang

Fri, 24 Jul 2020 10:06:15 GMT

After a enforced break due to Covid 19 Andrew and John are back with a bang. Reflecting on the goings on in Macra over the past few months. Thoughts on governement talks and what's needed from the new Minister for Agriculture. Plus tune in to find out how your club could be featured on the show.

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Ag Afairs and Rural Youth update

Tue, 31 Mar 2020 19:39:47 GMT

We talk about how Coronavirus is impacting on farming and the importance of doing our bit. An update on recent submissions from Ag Affairs and we get an insight into the Rural Youth committee in Macra.

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All things CAP, Competitions and Land Mobility

Tue, 03 Mar 2020 14:11:21 GMT

Andrew and John reflect on discussions at EU level on the budget for the next round of the Common Agricultural Policy. Amanda Monaghan National competitions chair speaks about the work of the competitions committee. An insight into the Land Mobility service established by Macra and a brief discussion on new requirements for farmers in Irelands Derogation.

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Intro to Macra Na Feirme

Thu, 20 Feb 2020 12:34:53 GMT

A whistle stop tour of what Macra Na Feirme is about. Reflection on the general election and the onus on our elected representatives to protect and expand supports for young farmers. Also a brief overview of the negotiations happening at EU level regarding funding for the next round of the Common Agricultural Policy.

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