Agri-Business
NZ farmers urged to ‘consider very carefully’ proposed deal in vote on Fonterra sale
Thousands of farmers in New Zealand are being urged to reject and “consider very carefully” their voting decision on a...
Agri-Business
Agri-Business
Inclusion of women in agriculture ‘not just desirable – it’s essential’
The International Dairy Federation has published its Women in Dairy Report 2025, exploring efforts around the world – including Ireland-...
Agri-Business
Seasonal Worker Scheme updated to support horticulture workforce
The Seasonal Worker scheme is set to be changed to allow horticulture workers from overseas re-enter the UK sooner than...
Agri-Business
Defra confirms there will be no U-turn on inheritance tax reform
The Minister of State at the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra), Dame Angela Eagle has put an...
Agri-Business
Lidl GB to invest £30 billion in ‘British food and farming industry’
Lidl GB today (Wednesday, October 15) announced a “landmark”, five year £30 billion investment to support farmers, growers, suppliers and...
Agri-Business
UK farm orgs urge govt to change inheritance tax plans before Budget
Farming organisations have called on the UK government to consider alternatives to the proposed inheritance tax reform, ahead of the...
Agri-Business
Global milk outlook improved with annual output likely to grow by 1.9% – Ornua
The global outlook for milk has improved with annual output likely to expand by 1.9%, Ornua said. This will be...
Agri-Business
WOAH confirms 2 outbreaks of lumpy skin disease in Spain
The World Organisation for Animal Health (WOAH) has confirmed two outbreaks of lumpy skin disease (LSD) in Spain. The first...
Agri-Business
World’s biggest food trade show spotlights British meat and dairy
Red meat and dairy has taken centre stage at the world’s biggest food and drink showcase after UK exports hit...
Agri-Business
FAO Meat Price Index reaches new record high
The benchmark of world food commodity prices declined slightly in September, led by drops in the sugar and dairy price...
Agri-Business
Global poultry market ‘poised for continued strength’ but bird flu a concern
The global poultry market is “poised for continued strength” through 2025 and into early 2026. This will be driven by...
N.Ireland
NI brucellosis compensation rates for October 2025 confirmed
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has published the brucellosis compensation rates for Northern Ireland for October 2025. The...
Beef
Survey: Small abattoirs critical to farming and meat businesses
850 farmers and land managers across the UK responded to an online survey which aimed to better understand the importance...
Agri-Business
EU begins anti-dumping proceedings into Russian urea
The European Commission will begin an anti-dumping investigation into imports of urea originating in Russia. It comes after the commission...
Agri-Business
Stage two of NIFAIS set to go live next week
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has given a significant update on the traceability and disease control...
N.Ireland
Cross-border project pilots digital ‘farm to fork’ solution at Tipperary brewery
A €3.1 million cross-border research and innovation project is aiming to build a “more sustainable and resilient agri-food system”. The...
N.Ireland
Red Tractor CEO announces retirement
Red Tractor chief executive, Jim Moseley has declared his intent to step down from his position in April 2026. Moseley...
Pig/Poultry
Waitrose signs 10-year deal with British farmers on 100% free-range pork by 2027
Waitrose has put pen to paper on a 10-year deal that sets out its commitment to only providing 100% free-range...
