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Technology demonstration farms now open for group visit bookings across Northern Ireland
Alastair McNeilly from Muckamore, is one of CAFRE’s beef grassland management Technology Demonstration Farmers. Book now to visit a TDF...
May 27, 2025


Avian Influenza Prevention Measures to end in Northern Ireland
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has announced the lifting of the Avian Influenza Prevention Zone...
May 27, 2025


Multi-species swards: A game-changer for Northern Ireland’s farmers
As Northern Ireland’s agricultural sector grapples with mounting environmental, production, and financial pressures, innovative solutions...
May 25, 2025


CAFRE urges farmers to join Soil Nutrient Health Scheme training in June
Dr Steven Johnston and Mary-Ann Alexander, from CAFRE have marked a significant achievement as the Soil Nutrient Health Scheme (SNHS)...
May 24, 2025


North Antrim MLA warns Nutrient Action Plan threatens family farms
Inset: North Antrim MLA Colin Crawford In a stark warning to policymakers, North Antrim MLA Colin Crawford has branded the proposed...
May 23, 2025


Improving grassland productivity: CAFRE advises farmers to prioritise weed control
Jack Friar, CAFRE Beef and Sheep Adviser encourages farmers to act now to control the growth of weeds to improve sward quality and...
May 19, 2025


NI Water issues urgent call to prevent herbicide contamination of water supplies
NI Water is urging farmers, gardeners and land managers across Northern Ireland to take extra care when using plant protection products,...
May 18, 2025


DAERA warns landowners to control noxious weeds or face penalties
Common Ragwort The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has issued a formal reminder to farmers and...
May 17, 2025


Big Lunch at Ballymena Livestock Market celebrates and supports farming families
Event organisers from NHSCT and Ballymena Livestock Mart with representatives from the various organisations who took part in the Big...
May 17, 2025


Lough Neagh Partnership launches ‘Connected Landscapes’ roadshow to address water quality crisis
The Lough Neagh Partnership has announced a series of public information evenings titled Connected Landscapes: How Your Local River...
May 16, 2025


Future of NI farming: Young farmers call for reform at Balmoral Show
Representatives from the Young Farmers’ Clubs of Ulster with Members of the Committee for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs and...
May 15, 2025


Minister Muir unveils ‘Farming with Nature’ scheme to enhance sustainability in NI agriculture
DAERA Minister Muir is pictured at the Sustainable Agriculture Programme stand at the Balmoral Show to announce his intention to roll out...
May 15, 2025


Northern Ireland farmer champions Harry Ferguson’s enduring legacy with museum campaign
Castlederg farmer Stevan Patterson with his Ford-Ferguson tractor. As the 156th Balmoral Show takes centre stage this week, farming in...
May 15, 2025


Minister Andrew Muir launches first NI Food Action Plan at Balmoral Show
DAERA Minister Andrew Muir and local chef Paula McIntyre are pictured launching the NI Food Strategy Framework’s two-year Action Plan on...
May 14, 2025


Farmers’ Choir delights full house at The Braid, Ballymena
Members of The Farmers’ Choir who performed at a packed Braid, in Ballymena The Farmers’ Choir brought music, joy and a powerful sense of...
May 14, 2025


Balmoral Show 2025: PSNI to highlight rural crime prevention at supporting safer communities marquee
Superintendent Kelly Moore (PSNI) and Rhonda Geary, Operations Director at Balmoral Show. The much-anticipated Balmoral Show returns to...
May 13, 2025


Farmers urged to submit Single Applications by deadline to avoid penalties
Farmers across Northern Ireland are being reminded to submit their Single Applications by midnight on 15 May, as the Department of...
May 11, 2025


Dale Farm raises £65,000 for Cancer Focus NI and extends charity partnership
Members of Dale Farm’s charity committee at Dale Farm House with Rosie Forsythe, Corporate Fundraising Manager at Cancer Focus NI....
May 10, 2025


Ulster Bank delivers farming sector update ahead of 2025 Balmoral Show
Ahead the 2025 Balmoral Show, Ulster Bank hosted its annual pre-show breakfast briefing, bringing together farmers, agri-food leaders,...
May 5, 2025


Northern Ireland to lift avian influenza housing measures
In a significant development for poultry farmers and bird keepers across Northern Ireland, DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has confirmed that...
May 2, 2025
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