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The Kells, Connor and Glenwherry Angling Club has expressed “deep disappointment and frustration” after the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) once again refused to grant permits needed to reopen their river hatchery — a conservation project aimed at restoring dwindling salmon and Dollaghan trout populations in the Kellswater River system. The group said the hatchery could have played a vital role in protecting native fish and educating local sc

the Asian hornet The Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) has confirmed further sightings of the Asian hornet in the Dundonald area of Belfast, just days after the first confirmed identification of the invasive species in Northern Ireland. The latest reports, confirmed by NIEA officials, suggest that a nest may be present in the area, raising concerns over the potential establishment of the species, which poses a serious threat to native honeybees and pollinators. The i

Invasive species: The Asian hornet, otherwise known as a yellow-legged hornet was discovered for the first time in Northern Ireland. South Antrim MP Robin Swann has written to DAERA Minister Andrew Muir seeking urgent clarification on Northern Ireland’s response to the confirmed presence of an Asian hornet, warning that the invasive species poses a serious threat to local honeybees, pollinators, and biodiversity. The Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) confirmed last w

The Asian Hornet, also yellow-legged hornet The Northern Ireland Environment Agency (NIEA) has confirmed the first-ever record of an Asian hornet in Northern Ireland, following the capture of the invasive insect in Dundonald, Belfast, on 10 October. The insect, also known as the yellow-legged hornet, was reported by a vigilant member of the public, triggering a swift response from NIEA officials. Originating from East Asia, the Asian hornet (Vespa velutina) was first recorded

Disease control measures have been implemented by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) following a...

Beef cattle grazing at the Hill Farm is managed using virtual fence technology. More than 260 visitors braved wet weather to attend the...

Mid and East Antrim Borough Council has agreed to write to DAERA Minister Andrew Muir MLA urging him to “reflect on his actions around...

(L–R) James Doherty, Plastic-i, Chris McQuire, UK Space Agency, Minister Andrew Muir, Robert Hill, NI SPACE, and Maria-Valasia Peppa,...

South Antrim MP Robin Swann has welcomed confirmation that a new programme to monitor sewage effluent levels entering Lough Neagh will...

(L-R): Tom Burke, Corporate Affairs & Sustainability Director, Simon Fitzpatrick, General Manager, Minister Andrew Muir MLA and Joanna...

Inset: (Left) TUV MLA Timothy Gaston, and (right) DAERA Minister Andrew Muir TUV MLA Timothy Gaston has challenged the Agriculture...

Farm businesses in County Antrim and beyond are being urged to take their final opportunity to register for the Soil Nutrient Health...

Antrim and Newtownabbey Borough Council has raised concerns about the potential introduction of a kitten register, warning of...

Minister Muir is pictured with Professor Justin Magee, Future Island-Island, Charlie Bosanquet, LIFE Raft, Marina McMullan, Chair of...

Representatives of Kells, Connor & Glenwherry Angling Club, along with local schoolchildren welcomed DAERA Minister Andrew Muir to view...

The Clady River, Portglenone In a stark reminder of the environmental risks posed by agricultural practices, a farmer from County Down...

DAERA Minister Andrew Muir pictured with Wrightbus Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Director Sarah Schafer and Dr. Andy Harris,...

The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has confirmed changes to animal transport policy which will come...

People heading to Northern Ireland’s beaches and lakes this bank holiday are being urged to follow official bathing water advice, as...

The invasive Asian Hornet Members of the public are being urged to remain vigilant following a confirmed sighting of the invasive Asian...