Agri-Business
No-deal possibility ‘looms large’ after UK reveals border plans – FF
The possibility of a no-deal Brexit “looms large” after the UK government revealed its plans for an alternative to the...
Agri-Business
Agri-Business
UK government sets out alternative to backstop
The UK government has set out an “amended protocol” for the border between Ireland and Northern Ireland, which is supposed...
Agri-Business
UK government sets out alternative to backstop
The UK government has set out an “amended protocol” for the border between Ireland and Northern Ireland, which is supposed...
Agri-Business
Johnson: UK ‘will under no circumstances have checks at or near border’
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has announced that the UK will “under no circumstances have checks at or near the...
Agri-Business
‘Europe loses 1,000 farms per day’ – new agriculture commissioner
There could be up to 1,000 farmers losing their farms per day across the EU, according to the prospective European...
Agri-Business
Government's 'closest abattoir' proposals branded unworkable
The National Sheep Association (NSA) has said it is “astonished” over reports Defra Secretary Theresa Villiers is once again proposing...
Agri-Business
Exchange rate for 2019 BPS payments confirmed
UK farmers can budget for 2019 Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) payments to be worth about the same amount as last...
Dairy
UK dairy marketing campaign scoops international award
A UK dairy marketing campaign has been recognised as one of the best in the world at the World Dairy Summit...
Dairy
Muller begins review to tackle growing 'milk surplus' in Scotland
Fresh milk processor Muller Milk & Ingredients has warned its Scottish suppliers that their 25% surge in farm milk production...
Agri-Business
Johnson: Leaked papers ‘not talking about’ proposals set to be tabled
UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has rejected the leaked UK proposals regarding customs posts on both sides of the Northern...
Agri-Business
UK proposes customs ‘sites’ on both sides of NI border
A proposal has been put forward by the UK which would see a number of customs posts established on both...
Agri-Business
AHDB opens applications for new chairman
The Government has started the hunt for two new leaders to join the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board (AHDB). A...
Agri-Business
EU dairy conference showcases NI’s ‘significant work’ to lower carbon footprint
More than 100 European dairy industry experts are set to gather at Greenmount College today (Monday, September 30) for an international...
Agri-Business
Adapt, survive and thrive: East Midlands winter farming seminars announced
Farmers and landowners in the East Midlands wanting advice on the future of the agricultural sector, are urged to attend...
Agri-Business
UK levy bodies propose more coordinated approach to ruminant health
The UK’s levy boards have launched a consultation on proposals to form a Ruminant Health and Welfare Group to deliver...
Agri-Business
New appointments strengthen QMS marketing team
Quality Meat Scotland (QMS) has strengthened its marketing and communications team with the appointment of two new members of staff....
Agri-Business
US firm invests £1.5 million in Scottish agri-tech firm
A North American agri-tech firm has invested £1.5 million in a Scottish indoor growing company to help boost its market presence....
Agri-Business
NFU Scotland to host 'Red Meat Crisis Panel Night'
Beef farmers and crofters in Scotland continue to be under severe pressure due to desperately poor market returns. Beef prices...
