N.Ireland
UFU calls for retailers across NI to support local produce
The Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) is calling for retailers across the UK to promote meat produced in Northern Ireland, after...
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Is a truck-trailer silage combo the key to tackling depreciation?
By Chris McCullough A novel method of hauling grass and other agricultural commodities has been developed by Northern Ireland agricultural...
N.Ireland
NI Farming with Nature Transition Scheme open for applications
Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Minister in Northern Ireland, Andrew Muir has announced the new Farming with Nature Transition Scheme...
N.Ireland
Man convicted in NI suspected badger baiting case
A 56-year-old man has been convicted of attempting to ‘Damage Or Destroy the Shelter of a Wild Animal’ and fined...
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Dale Farm annual tractor run set to raise funds for Cancer Focus NI
Dale Farm is gearing up to host its annual tractor and truck run in Co. Antrim in aid of its...
N.Ireland
DAERA publishes control framework for Bluetongue
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has today published its Disease Control Framework for Northern Ireland for...
N.Ireland
Drumhill Aberdeen Angus to host event marking 150th herd book
The Aberdeen Angus Cattle Society is organising a series of events to celebrate the 150th volume of the society herd...
N.Ireland
Concern over rules on movement of agri machinery into NI
Ulster Unionist Party (UUP) peer Lord Tom Elliott of Ballinamallard has said he has concerns that the enforcement of requirements...
N.Ireland
DAERA launches public consultation on NI Climate Action Plan
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has today (June 19) launched a 16-week public consultation on Northern...
N.Ireland
Ulster Wildlife buys 90ac of Fermanagh farmland for nature reserve
Ulster Wildlife has purchased a rare 90ac area of Co. Fermanagh farmland to create its newest nature reserve in Northern...
N.Ireland
Muir: ‘Strengthening environmental governance a key priority’
An independent panel tasked with reviewing environmental governance in Northern Ireland has published its interim report. The panel was appointed...
N.Ireland
Sale report: Top prices from Island Farm Angus dispersal
The dispersal sale of Kevin McOscar’s Island Farm Angus Herd took place on Friday, June 13, at Beatties Pedigree Centre,...
N.Ireland
9% drop in cost of rural crime in Northern Ireland in 2024
The cost of rural crime in Northern Ireland fell by 9% in 2024 compared with 2023, according to figures released...
N.Ireland
DAERA publishes third River Basin Management Plan
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has published the third cycle River Basin Management Plan (RBMP) 2021...
N.Ireland
US tariffs sap ‘strength of global wool markets’ – Ulster Wool Group
Wool markets have weakened slightly over recent weeks, primarily on the back of additional trade tariffs introduced by the US....
N.Ireland
DAERA launches 2025 Northern Ireland farm census
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has launched the 2025 Northern Ireland farm census. The department is...
N.Ireland
AgriSearch launches NI beef and sheep farmer survey
AgriSearch is currently inviting beef and sheep farmers in Northern Ireland to take part in a major new survey. The...
N.Ireland
NI beef and lamb export markets ‘more critical than ever’ – LMC chief
Beef and lamb export markets are of major significance to Northern Ireland’s overall economy. according to Livestock and Meat Commission...
