Agri-Business
‘Leave no farmer behind’ – Poots tells OFC of vision for NI farm support
Northern Ireland Agriculture Minister Edwin Poots spoke of “tremendous opportunities” and “room to manoeuvre” in the wake of Brexit for the...
Agri-Business
Agri-Business
NI businesses say grant for food manufacturing is an ‘urgent priority’
The Northern Ireland Food and Drink Association (NIFDA) has warned its call for the Department of Economy to establish a...
Agri-Business
Chicken plant in Scotland to remain open despite second Covid-19 outbreak
A chicken processing plant, operated by 2 Sisters Food Group in Coupar Angus, Scotland, has been hit with a second...
Agri-Business
National Association of British and Irish Millers rebrands after 150 years
The National Association of British and Irish Millers has undergone a rebrand after nearly 150 years in business. The company...
Agri-Business
BVA calls for animal owners to respect vets during lockdown period
The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has renewed its call for animal owners to respect their veterinary teams as practices adjust...
Agri-Business
‘Irish Grass Fed Standard’ starting to make its mark in the UK
Last autumn’s launch of Bord Bia’s ‘Grass Fed Standard’ marketing initiative is helping to deliver an enhanced profile for Irish...
Agri-Business
NI farmers still face tariffs on importing feed post-Brexit – Chestnutt
Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) president Victor Chestnutt has warned that farmers in Northern Ireland are facing tariffs for importing feed...
Agri-Business
Ag Committee chairman calls for support for food traders caught up in Brexit disruption
Sinn Féin MLA Declan McAleer has called for freight companies and food importers to receive support to meet customs requirements...
Agri-Business
Germinal Ireland and NI to merge in ‘reorganisation’ of operations
Grass and forage seed specialist Germinal has announced today (Tuesday, January 5) a “reorganisation” of its operations, which will see...
Sheep
British Wool launches major cost-saving initiative after impact of Covid-19
The Covid-19 pandemic has had a significant detrimental impact on the global wool market and despite the fact that British...
Agri-Business
Red Tractor calls on farmers to help shape the future of farming
Red Tractor has encouraged farmers to engage with it on a consultation process aimed to streamline the body’s food and...
Agri-Business
Minister Dodds calls for ‘urgent action’ as retailers pull deliveries to Northern Ireland
Northern Ireland Economy Minister has written to Cabinet Office Secretary Michael Gove to call for “urgent action” to be taken...
Agri-Business
DAERA port protocol outlines new measures for GB to NI agri-food traders
Two guides published by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) aim to help traders navigate new procedures...
Agri-Business
Latest accounts show 40% increase in profits at Skea Eggs
Co. Tyrone egg firm Skea Eggs has reported a 43% increase in profits compared to the year before with profit...
Agri-Business
DAERA to run EU Exit awareness event next week
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) is encouraging agri-food businesses and traders to take part in its...
Rural Life
RCVS launches information campaign for new graduate development programme
The Royal College of Veterinary Surgeons (RCVS) has launched a new information campaign to help veterinary practices and veterinary students...
Agri-Business
Aldi pledges to spend an additional £3.5 billion buying from British suppliers
Aldi has announced plans to increase the amount of food and drink it buys from British suppliers by £3.5 billion...
Agri-Business
2020 NI Agricultural Census reflects challenging year for farming
Most of the main agricultural sectors in Northern Ireland scaled back in 2020, reflecting a yet another challenging year for...
