Seán Finan, Macra: ‘Young farmers’ positivity stood out for me’

Seán Finan from Co Roscommon will lead Macra na Feirme for the next two years.
Seán Finan, Macra: ‘Young farmers’ positivity stood out for me’
Thu, 14 May, 2015 - 01:00
Stephen Cadogan

He took up the presidency last Saturday at the AGM, hosted by Galway Macra, and sponsored by Arrabawn.

He is a 31-year-old farmer, and a project manager in the construction industry with John Sisk & Son Ltd.

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