Macra in partnership with IFAC Accountants will run two ‘‘Springboard to Successful Farming’’ events on farm planning and taxation this month.

The first programme will be delivered on 18 and 19 November in Carrick-on-Shannon and the second in Horse & Jockey on 25 and 26 November. The course is limited to 12 places per course and the fee is €100 to cover meals and accommodation.

Each programme will take place over two days and will include an overnight stay to improve group dynamics and discussion.

The programme will be interactive and delivered by experienced professional from IFAC Accountants, external speakers and supported by Macra. To secure a place, email Derrie at ddillon@macra.ie

  • Awbeg Macra will host a mystery trip on Saturday 15 November, in celebration of the sheep stockjudging national champion and national runner-up. The tour could take you anywhere – north, south, east or west. No distance is too long for the bus driver. Passports should be left at home as Awbeg Macra doesn’t want anyone to miss milking or feeding the sheep the next morning. There will be a small presentation to Patrick O’Keeffe in The Crossroads Bar first at 8pm. All are welcome to come.
  • Berrings Macra coffee morning in Berrings school in aid of the cancer unit at Cork University Hospital after 11am mass on Sunday 16 November. There will be lots of treats, including cakes and buns. All are welcome to come and support a great cause.