Arable
McAleer concerned over UK’s commitment to gene-editing
The chairman of Stormont’s Committee on Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs, Declan McAleer MLA, has cautioned against the public commitment...
N.Ireland
Environment
Poots chairs first meeting of Green Growth Inter-Ministerial Group
Northern Ireland Environment Minister Edwin Poots today chaired the first meeting of the region’s new Green Growth Inter-Ministerial Group today...
N.Ireland
PSNI to introduce new licence for firearm magazines
Gun owners in Northern Ireland will have to pay out £30 for a new licence should they wish to buy...
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...
Beef
Working group on PGI status is 2021 priority for LMC
Livestock and Meat Commission (LMC) chief executive Ian Stevenson expects 2021 to be a busy year for farmers, processers and...
N.Ireland
Other cases suspected as H5N8 is confirmed in second NI commercial flock
Northern Ireland’s chief veterinary officer, Dr. Robert Huey, has warned the department is testing “a number of” other suspected cases...
N.Ireland
Making the most of scanning day: What other jobs can be carried out?
With mid-season lambing flocks getting set to scan their ewes this month, a number of other jobs can be carried...
Beef
Is your farm prepared for a caesarean section?
No farmer wants to see their cows requiring a caesarean section, especially during a busy calving season. Farmers often debate...
Beef
Prime cattle receive a price rise in Northern Ireland for the first week of 2021
As the conclusion of Brexit occurred on January 1, 2021, fortunately the live export trade of cattle to Northern Ireland...
Beef
Steps to follow when feeding calves
The calving season will soon be starting and with that comes the feeding of calves. A well-fed calf is better...
N.Ireland
Key considerations to take into account when housing ewes
With the housing of ewes well underway on many farms and with some having housed for a few weeks now,...
Beef
Mastitis in dairy cows: Causes and prevention
Mastitis is the most economically challenging disease on a dairy farm, with freshly-calved cows and heifers the most susceptible to...
N.Ireland
Farming series ‘Rare Breed’ set to return for ninth series
Farming TV series ‘Rare Breed’ is set to return to screens on Tuesday (January 12, January) with seven families from...
N.Ireland
Managing drainage systems for improved soil health and performance
Winter and spring is a good time to spend some time evaluating the condition of field drainage systems when problems...
N.Ireland
Reward for information about culprits who dumped milk on Antrim coast
A DUP councillor has offered a reward for catching those responsible for dumping milk cartons off the Antrim coast in...
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...
N.Ireland
UFU urges vigilance after northern bird flu outbreak
The Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) has said that it is “deeply concerned” following confirmation on January 6 that a bird...
