Rural Life
2022 Nuffield Farming Scholarship applications to open on January 13
Applications for 2022 Nuffield Farming Scholarships will open on Wednesday January 13, 2021 on the trust’s website, and remain open...
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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...
Machinery
Pics: Getting to grips with Massey Ferguson’s new MF 5S Series
Massey Ferguson has hit the ground running for 2021 with the recent launch of its MF 5S Series tractor range. All...
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...
Agri-Business
Chicken plant in Scotland to remain open despite second Covid-19 outbreak
A chicken processing plant, operated by 2 Sisters Food Group in Coupar Angus, Scotland, has been hit with a second...
Arable
Argentina lifts corn exports ban and introduces 30,000t daily sales cap
The Argentinian agricultural ministry has announced that it will lift the ban on corn exports which was announced in December...
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...
Agri-Business
National Association of British and Irish Millers rebrands after 150 years
The National Association of British and Irish Millers has undergone a rebrand after nearly 150 years in business. The company...
Machinery
Continental launches new VF tyre in collaboration with ADAS and John Deere
Continental has collaborated with ADAS and John Deere to draw attention to how tyre technology can improve soil health. Richard...
Machinery
Yamaha to offer free safety training for those who purchase a new Yamaha ATV
Yamaha has pledged to help improve farm safety by offering free All-Terrain Vehicle (ATV) rider competency training from European All-Terrain...
Rural Life
NFU Cymru sounds security warning to farmers after quad bike thefts
NFU Cymru is warning farmers to be extra vigilant and mindful of on farm security after the union was made...
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...
