N.Ireland
DAERA opens regional food programme for applications
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has announced the opening of the 2026-2027 Northern Ireland Regional Food...
DAERA
N.Ireland
Annual report on NI rural needs monitoring published
Northern Ireland’s Minister of Agriculture, Environment, and Rural Affairs, Andrew Muir has published the latest Rural Needs Annual Monitoring Report. The...
N.Ireland
Carbon auditing must not become ‘mandatory’ for farm support – UFU
The Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) has said that carbon auditing should not become a “mandatory condition” for farm support, stressing...
N.Ireland
Dead lambs discovered on Tyrone road verge
A number of dead lambs were discovered on the side of the road by a family this week near the...
N.Ireland
NI brucellosis compensation rates for April confirmed
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has published the brucellosis compensation rates for Northern Ireland for April...
N.Ireland
Court: NI farmer convicted for water pollution offence
A farmer in Northern Ireland has been convicted in court for water pollution offence that resulted in a fish kill....
Environment
Third NI climate change adaptation programme launched
Northern Ireland’s third action plan for building climate change resilience was launched today by Minister of Agriculture, Environment and Rural...
N.Ireland
New pay increases for NI agricultural workers to come into effect in April
The Agricultural Wages Board of Northern Ireland (AWB) has confirmed changes to pay for agricultural workers, according to the Department...
Dairy
Muir commends ‘cutting-edge research’ during trip to Dutch dairy farm
Minister Andrew Muir has commended the “cutting-edge research and technology” being used in the farming sector during his visit to...
N.Ireland
Muir showcases NI agri-food produce at Brussels St. Patrick’s Day event
Dual access to markets in the European Union and Great Britain is a huge advantage for agri-food producers in Northern...
N.Ireland
Over 15,000 ROI cattle sent to NI for direct slaughter in 2025
Over 15,000 cattle were imported into Northern Ireland from the Republic of Ireland for direct slaughter in 2025, according to...
N.Ireland
Preventing soil damage by machinery in wet conditions
Following a particularly wet winter, many soils are entering spring in a fragile state, College of Agriculture, Food and Rural...
N.Ireland
NI farmers told not to delay in submitting claims under nature scheme
A final reminder to claim payment has been issued to participants in the Farming with Nature Transition Scheme in Northern...
N.Ireland
NI authorities appeal for public vigilance on wildfires
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA), Northern Ireland Fire and Rescue Service (NIFRS) and Police Service of...
N.Ireland
Draft NI nature strategy consultation deadline extended
The public consultation for Northern Ireland’s draft Nature Recovery Strategy has been extended. The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural...
N.Ireland
Thirteen lambs killed in Rostrevor, Co. Down
The Police Service Northern Ireland (PSNI) are appealing for information following the death of 13 lambs in Rostrevor. Local police...
N.Ireland
DAERA: Payment deadline approaching for Suckler Cow Scheme
Farmers in Northern Ireland are being reminded of the upcoming deadline to apply for the Year 1 payment under the...
N.Ireland
DAERA and UFU remind dog owners to protect livestock
Dog owners are being reminded to take precautions to prevent livestock worrying and protect animal welfare during lambing season. The...