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Northern Ireland

Lamb markets ‘counterproductive’ to building future for sector

N.Ireland

14 minutes ago

Lamb markets ‘counterproductive’ to building future for sector

Co. Meath pedigree Charollais sheep breeder, Eugene O’Sullivan is calling for the lamb market to deliver viable returns throughout the year.

CAFRE student crowned Student Veterinary Nurse of the Year

N.Ireland

1 hour ago

CAFRE student crowned Student Veterinary Nurse of the Year

A Co. Antrim student has said she is "honoured" to have been named as the winner of a prestigious veterinary award.

New prime minister urged to fully reverse inheritance tax changes

N.Ireland

3 hours ago

New prime minister urged to fully reverse inheritance tax changes

The Ulster Farmers' Union (UFU) has "cautiously welcomed" the appointment of Andy Burnham as UK prime minister.

Campaign for Wool pays tribute to late chair

N.Ireland

9 hours ago

Campaign for Wool pays tribute to late chair

The Campaign for Wool has paid tribute following the death of its chairperson, Peter Ackroyd...

DAERA seeking providers of on-farm bTB advice service

N.Ireland

10 hours ago

DAERA seeking providers of on-farm bTB advice service

DAERA has launched a procurement competition to appoint a provider of on-farm bovine tuberculosis (bTB) biosecurity advice. 

N.Ireland

1 day ago

HSENI: Taking time to assess farm risks could prevent an injury

Just one decision, shortcut or missed hazard can bring a devastating change to the lives of a farm family, HSENI has warned.

HSENI: Taking time to assess farm risks could prevent an injury

N.Ireland

1 day ago

Holstein fifth calver earns plaudits at Castlewellan Show 2026

As is always the case, the level of competition within the dairy rings at Castlewellan Show 2026 in Co. Down was extremely strong.

Holstein fifth calver earns plaudits at Castlewellan Show 2026

N.Ireland

3 days ago

Bringing French style to a pedigree herd in Fermanagh

A French-born Charolais cow with a full set of horns won her breed championship at the recent Omagh Show 2026.

Bringing French style to a pedigree herd in Fermanagh

N.Ireland

4 days ago

NI farmers urged to apply for Farming with Nature scheme before deadline

NI farmers are urged to apply for the 2026 Farming with Nature Transition Scheme, which offers up to £20,000, before the deadline on July 31.

NI farmers urged to apply for Farming with Nature scheme before deadline

N.Ireland

4 days ago

Tillage advice: Early sowing of cover crops ‘essential’

The sowing date of cover crops is crucial, according to Teagasc, as the more growth that takes place, the more nitrate will be taken up.

Tillage advice: Early sowing of cover crops ‘essential’

N.Ireland

5 days ago

Profit boost for beef processor despite soaring cattle prices

One of the largest beef processors in the UK and Ireland has reported pre-tax profits of more than £20 million for 2025.

Profit boost for beef processor despite soaring cattle prices

N.Ireland

5 days ago

New study links Lough Neagh pollution with rise in pig and poultry farms

A new report has linked the expansion of NI's pig and poultry production with rising nutrient pollution in Lough Neagh.

New study links Lough Neagh pollution with rise in pig and poultry farms

N.Ireland

5 days ago

Dairy Focus: Meet Eedy Doorman Fame – Ireland’s highest classified cow

The prestigious award-winning animal, Eedy Doorman Fame, has just become Ireland's highest classified cow.

Dairy Focus: Meet Eedy Doorman Fame – Ireland’s highest classified cow

N.Ireland

7 days ago

NAP blueprint could act as ‘resolution template’ in Northern Ireland – UFU

There is now a belief among some NI farm organisation leaders that the NAP blueprint could be used to resolve other agricultural logjams.

NAP blueprint could act as ‘resolution template’ in Northern Ireland – UFU

N.Ireland

8 days ago

Engagement with schools ‘highly valued by Dairy Council NI levy payers’

The Dairy Council for Northern Ireland had a very successful 2025/2026 academic year in terms of the work it carries out in schools.

Engagement with schools ‘highly valued by Dairy Council NI levy payers’

N.Ireland

9 days ago

Next generation taking Millbank Farm in new direction

Since 28-year-old Emily McGowan returned in 2019 to Millbank Farm in Co. Down, she has brought the business in a whole new direction.

Next generation taking Millbank Farm in new direction

N.Ireland

11 days ago

New NI regulations on CCTV in slaughterhouses to come into force August 1

Minister Andrew Muir has welcomed the Northern Ireland Assembly's recent approval of legislation making CCTV mandatory in slaughterhouses.

New NI regulations on CCTV in slaughterhouses to come into force August 1

N.Ireland

11 days ago

SPAR NI gives £10k to charity combating loneliness amongst older farmers

SPAR Northern Ireland has crowned the charity, Plough On as the top prize winner of this year's Community Cashback Grant.

SPAR NI gives £10k to charity combating loneliness amongst older farmers

N.Ireland

12 days ago

Calf saved in dramatic Fermanagh cave rescue

A young calf in Co. Fermanagh has had a lucky escape after a dramatic "sling harness" rescue by specialist volunteers.

Calf saved in dramatic Fermanagh cave rescue

N.Ireland

12 days ago

NI horticulture innovation scheme opens for expressions of interest

NI horticulture production businesses are invited to submit an expression of interest for the Innovation Driver and Support Scheme.

NI horticulture innovation scheme opens for expressions of interest

N.Ireland

12 days ago

Why retain soil nutrient reserves?

The Potash Development Association is emphasising the need to maintain soil nutrient reserves - particularly phosphate (P) and potash (K).

Why retain soil nutrient reserves?

N.Ireland

13 days ago

Court: Man sentenced following fatal workplace telehandler accident

A man and business have been sentenced in a Northern Ireland court following a fatal workplace telehandler accident in 2022.

Court: Man sentenced following fatal workplace telehandler accident

N.Ireland

13 days ago

Summer study tour for ABP Angus Youth Challenge finalists

The four finalist teams in this year's ABP Angus Youth Challenge have just completed their summer study tour.

Summer study tour for ABP Angus Youth Challenge finalists

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