Agri Politics
House of Commons officially passes Brexit trade deal
The House of Commons has passed the Brexit trade deal agreed between the UK and the EU by 521 votes...
Agri-Business
Agri-Business
Livestock farmers urged to work with auctioneers and be aware of demand
Farmers should take advantage of the knowledge and resources available through their local livestock auctioneers and benefit from a strong...
Agri-Business
Organic production on the rise across the European Union
The latest agriculture, forestry and fishery statistics from the European Union confirm that organic food output continues to increase across...
Agri-Business
Declassified files: Have any lessons been learned from the ’90s ‘bread wars’?
Cunning Irish bakers outwitted the authorities in the north, leaving officials powerless to protect domestic suppliers in so-called ‘bread wars’,...
Agri-Business
Agri-food businesses join forces to deliver 100 Christmas dinners to Co. Down town
It was a true field-to-fork effort as businesses from right across the agri-food chain joined forces to provide Christmas dinner...
Agri-Business
Timing of new rules on food promotions is 'breath-taking and insulting'
The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has responded to news that promotions on food and drinks high in fat, salt...
Agri-Business
Veterinary pharmaceutical firm Norbook profits plunge 60%
Operating profits have plunged by around 60% in just a year at Northern Ireland headquartered veterinary pharmaceutical firm Norbrook. The...
Agri Politics
Land organisations react to Brexit trade deal
Land organisations across the UK have responded to the news of a Brexit trade deal that has been reached between...
Agri-Business
Brexit trade deal is 'vital in maintaining trade' - NFU Cymru
The National Farmers’ Union (NFU) Cymru is relieved that a post-Brexit trade deal has finally been agreed between the UK...
Agri-Business
Cautious welcome for EU-UK trade deal from NI food industry body
Northern Ireland food industry leaders have cautiously welcomed the free trade agreement reached between the United Kingdom and the European...
Agri Politics
Tariff-free element of Brexit deal 'will be a particular relief for farmers' - NFU
“The successful conclusion of a deal between the UK and EU is very positive news for British agriculture,” according to...
Agri-Business
'Better utilisation of grass means better lamb growth’
A Ceredigion farmer’s involvement in a major grassland research project has led to major improvements in the performance of her...
Agri Politics
Seasonal Worker Scheme to be introduced in 2021
NFU Scotland has welcomed the UK government’s announcement that it will introduce a Seasonal Worker Scheme in 2021 allowing access...
Agri-Business
Closure of UK-French border has left 'lorry loads worth millions of pounds being spoiled'
The UK government is continuing to hold talks with its French counterparts on reopening the border between the UK and...
Agri-Business
97% of UK hauliers 'not prepared' for working post-Brexit transition period
A new survey has revealed that nearly 97% of UK hauliers are not ready for the Brexit transition period and...
Agri-Business
Different ‘Claas’: Axion 960 CEMOS wins ‘Sustainable Tractor of the Year’
The Claas Axion 960 CEMOS has been unveiled as the winner in the “Sustainable Tractor of the Year 2021” category of...
Agri-Business
Safe transport 'central to the livestock industry'
Given the vital role that transport plays in Scotland’s livestock industry, NFU Scotland (NFUS) is to direct significant time and...
Agri-Business
Queen’s University scientists partner with GBBO star for festival bid
The Institute for Global Food Security (IGFS) at Queen’s University Belfast has joined forces with Belfast-born Great British Bake Off...
