Rural Life
'Any sky lantern sent up to celebrate the New Year could ruin a farmer’s 2021' - NFU
With New Year’s Eve approaching and families encouraged to stay at home this year, the National Farmers’ Union (NFU) is...
Latest Stories
Agri-Business
Agri-food businesses join forces to deliver 100 Christmas dinners to Co. Down town
It was a true field-to-fork effort as businesses from right across the agri-food chain joined forces to provide Christmas dinner...
Agri-Business
Timing of new rules on food promotions is 'breath-taking and insulting'
The Food and Drink Federation (FDF) has responded to news that promotions on food and drinks high in fat, salt...
Agri-Business
Veterinary pharmaceutical firm Norbook profits plunge 60%
Operating profits have plunged by around 60% in just a year at Northern Ireland headquartered veterinary pharmaceutical firm Norbrook. The...
N.Ireland
Ornamental garden plants can pose a significant poisoning risk for sheep
Ireland’s rising rural population has brought with it an enhanced risk of sheep being poisoned by ornamental plants. Agri-food and...
Agri Politics
Land organisations react to Brexit trade deal
Land organisations across the UK have responded to the news of a Brexit trade deal that has been reached between...
Agri-Business
Brexit trade deal is 'vital in maintaining trade' - NFU Cymru
The National Farmers’ Union (NFU) Cymru is relieved that a post-Brexit trade deal has finally been agreed between the UK...
Agri-Business
Cautious welcome for EU-UK trade deal from NI food industry body
Northern Ireland food industry leaders have cautiously welcomed the free trade agreement reached between the United Kingdom and the European...
Agri Politics
Tariff-free element of Brexit deal 'will be a particular relief for farmers' - NFU
“The successful conclusion of a deal between the UK and EU is very positive news for British agriculture,” according to...
Sheep
Lamb revenue boosted by almost £2.5 million thanks to nationwide campaign
A six-week campaign to encourage British shoppers to ‘Make It’ with lamb has generated an additional £2.45 million in sales,...
Rural Life
A Christmas feast for your garden birds
Christmas may look quite different for many of us this year, but your garden birds will be just as hungry...
Arable
Mzuri strip tillage celebrates its 10th anniversary in 2021
British strip tillage drill manufacturer Mzuri is set to celebrate the 10th anniversary of its Pro-Til drill in 2021. Developed...
Rural Life
Cheshire Agricultural Trade Fair to take place in January
On Thursday, January 28, 2021, the Cheshire Agricultural Society is set to kickstart the year with a brand-new event –...
Rural Life
What brand of car are farmers most likely to drive?
It is often said that a car says a lot about its owner, but can you tell what a person...
Dairy
Longer shelf life for new calf scour vaccine
A new licence claim for Bovilis Rotavec Corona means broached vials of the calf scour vaccine will be able to...
Sheep
Managing ewe nutrition during lambing is essential to flock performance
In the six weeks leading up to lambing, 75% of foetal growth takes place, significantly increasing metabolisable energy (ME) and...
Machinery
Merlo founder promises new inventions at recent ceremony
The founder of machinery firm Merlo is showing no signs of slowing down yet – promising “new inventions” at an...
Machinery
Merlo founder promises new inventions at recent ceremony
The founder of machinery firm Merlo is showing no signs of slowing down yet – promising “new inventions” at an...
