Former Macra president Seán Finan has been named as the new vice-president of CEJA.

Macra national president James Healy said: “Seán Finan’s successful election today as a vice-president of CEJA continues the legacy of former Macra na Feirme presidents Seumas O’Brien, Larry Fallon, Joe Healy and Alan Jagoe, all of whom have been involved at European level through CEJA in the past.”

James Healy also praised Alan Jagoe’s work as President of CEJA as his term concluded, saying his energy, commitment and dedication to the role of CEJA president has ensured that the issues of concern for young farmers are to the fore in discussions on the Common Agriculture Policy.