An Introduction To Meath Macra na Feirme

Macra na Feirme is a voluntary organisation for young people between the ages of 17 and 35. The organisation consists of a nationwide network of clubs with six key areas of activity: agriculture, sports, travel, public speaking, performing arts and community involvement. Macra na Feirme is committed to the personal development of members and puts emphasis on social interaction and participation.

Macra na Feirme was founded in 1944 by Stephen Cullinan, a rural science teacher. While the organisation's original purpose was to provide young farmers with adequate training to ensure their livelihood and to provide an outlet for socialising in rural areas, today Macra represents the wider rural youth community. Campaigning on a broader range of rural issues affecting the young people of Ireland.

There are currently eight clubs in Meath - Ardcath, Athboy, Carnaross, Enfield, Kilcloon, Longwood, Moynalty and North Meath. Meath Macra also organises the Blue Jean Country Queen Festival which is regarded as one of the top attractions in the North East.

For more information and links to upcoming events, please visit our Facebook page or follow @MeathMacra on Twitter.