Arable
Can the UK avert a BYDV crisis?
Rothamsted Research recently hosted a technical seminar on how the UK can avoid a potential Barley Yellow Dwarf Virus (BYDV)...
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Arable
UK potato production hits lowest level since 2012
The total potato harvest for 2018 in GB is 13% down on the five-year average of 5.6m tonnes at 4.9m...
Agri-Business
RAU to seize Brexit opportunity
The Royal Agricultural University (RAU) plans to meet the needs of the UK’s land management and agri-food sectors, post-Brexit, through...
N.Ireland
Agricultural land provides 40ac and winter accommodation for livestock
An excellent holding of agricultural land, an attractive farm house, yard and farm buildings, is currently on the market at £16,250/ac....
N.Ireland
Agricultural land provides 40ac and winter accommodation for livestock
An excellent holding of agricultural land, an attractive farm house, yard and farm buildings, is currently on the market at £16,250/ac....
Schemes
Last chance to apply for £5,000 environmental grant
Farmers in the midlands have until January 31 to apply for an environmental grant of up to £5,000. Dr. Jodie Rettino,...
N.Ireland
‘Ireland’s largest tractor run’ set to roll out this Saturday
Efforts are being made to organise Ireland’s largest tractor run to bring a little Christmas cheer – and raise funds...
Opinion
NFU has gotten its principles all wrong
The National Farmers’ Union (NFU) is at least one ‘principle’ short, if my reading of the organisation’s latest Brexit demands is...
Dairy
The only way is up at Dale Farm
Dale Farm remains committed to paying a leading milk price to its farmer-suppliers in both Northern Ireland and Great Britain,...
Environment
Farmers urged to take part in BYDV survey
Farmers and agronomists across the UK are being urged to take part in a new survey aimed at tackling barley...
Rural Life
Compact Ayrshire farm boasts superb equestrian facilities
Just launched to the market last week is Bennan’s Farm, a traditional farmhouse with courtyard and equestrian facilities on 21.4ac....
Opinion
It really is time to support home-grown produce
I am aware of the ongoing debate within the fresh produce sector as to what proportion of the monies coming...
Agri-Business
Shoppers urged to support local businesses this Christmas
Shoppers are being urged to keep their shopping local this Christmas to show support for rural and local businesses. President...
Agri-Business
Support local producers to ensure best quality food - HCC
Hybu Cig Cymru – Meat Promotion Wales (HCC) is urging shoppers to support local farmers this Christmas, as “record-breaking” consumer...
Rural Life
Countryside Alliance urges people to support Boxing Day meets
The Countryside Alliance is urging people to send letters to their local council leaders to express their support for Boxing...
Agri-Business
Dairy processor Dale Farm wins big at sustainability awards
Northern Ireland-based dairy company Dale Farm has been recognised for its commitment to renewable energy, winning two awards at the...
Agri-Business
Number of animal welfare complaints drops on NI farms
The number of complaints made about animal welfare on Northern Ireland farms fell in 2017 while complaints regarding non-farmed animals...
Agri-Business
Number of animal welfare complaints drops on NI farms
The number of complaints made about animal welfare on Northern Ireland farms fell in 2017 while complaints regarding non-farmed animals...
