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A glass of whiskey

Paula McIntyre: Whiskey is an Anglicisation of the Gaelic word uisce meaning wat... Paula McIntyre

ANIMAX has developed new bolus technology for larger cattle

ANIMAX develop new bolus technology for larger cattle By The Newsroom

Pictured at the Harp National in Downpatrick in February 1992 is the legendary Desert Orchid who put in a guest appearance the races. The News Letter reported that he “strutted, proud and tall, around the race track to loud and eager applause, looking every bit the champion”. Fans had turned out to get a close look at the grey who had retired from racing two years previously. Picture: News Letter archives

Bygone Days: Pig producers are called on to unite to save the sector in province... Darryl Armitage

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Watch : The Spring Farm Machinery Shows will kick start the agri calendar with the annual machinery shows returning in 2023.- Press: ▶️ & 🔊

Northern Ireland weekly market report - 20 March 2023

Northern Ireland weekly market report - 20 March 2023 ADHB

From left, Professor Sean Strain OBE (UU), Dr Claire McEvoy (QUB), Dr Michael Crowe (Dublin Dental University Hospital and Trinity College Dublin), Dr Carole Lowis (Dairy Council NI), Professor Ciarán Forde (Wageningen University) and Professor Marion Hetherington (University of Leeds)

Conference uncovers ‘what’s new’ in nutrition research By The Newsroom

On Saturday 25th February 2023, Curragh Young Farmers’ Club members, friends and supporters flocked to the Roe Park Hotel to celebrate 80 years of Curragh YFC

Curragh YFC 80th anniversary dinner Darryl Armitage

Pictured are (l-r): Dr Stanley McDowell, AFBI; Prof Sharon Huws, IGFS; Dr Alistair Carson, DAERA; Professor Julie Fitzpatrick, Moredun Institute; Mr David Brown, Ulster Farmers' Union; Dr Elizabeth Magowan, AFBI; Prof Stuart Elborn, Queen's University; Prof Nigel Scollan, IGFS

Lecture emphasises ‘One Health’ approach to livestock science, farming and food ... By The Newsroom

Market ReportsSee more

Livestock Markets

Fat ewes selling from €70/head to a high of €290/head at Raphoe Darryl Armitage

Enniskillen Mart

Fat cows selling to a top price of £2460 for a Charolais bull at Enniskillen Darryl Armitage

Armoy Mart

Fat ewes selling to £170 and fat lambs to £137 at Armoy Mart Darryl Armitage

Livestock Markets

Stores making £1800 and suckler cows topping at £1670 at Pomeroy Darryl Armitage

Ulster Farmers' Union WatchSee more

The UFU has commented on the Spring Budget.

UFU comment on Spring Budget Joanne Knox

This sheep was injured in a livestock worrying incident.

UFU says dogs must be kept under control Joanne Knox

UFU president David Brown on his farm in Fermanagh. Picture: Cliff Donaldson

UFU comment on Windsor Framework Joanne Knox

UFU president David Brown on his farm in Fermanagh. Picture: Cliff Donaldson

UK farming unions issue letter to Energy Security and Net Zero SoS Joanne Knox

EquestrianSee more

Mark Robinson, Monty

Amira and Lily kick off Hagans Croft’s dressage league By The Newsroom

Dale Roberts and Rua take first and third place in the Open class - Photo by Equi-Tog

Straight down the centre line into 2023 at Laurel View By The Newsroom

Abi Lyle. Picture: Dressage Ireland

Abi Lyle named Irish Field Dressage Rider of the Year for 2022 Darryl Armitage

Young Farmers' ClubSee more

Members Trillick and District YFC at the county efficiency awards

Co Tyrone efficiency awards night Darryl Armitage

Club leader Zara Fulton, president David Oliver, guest speaker Lynne Johnston YFCU vice president, club secretary Claire Young, club treasurer Jayne Calvin and PRO Olivia Smyth

Dungiven YFC dinner dance and prize distribution 2023 Darryl Armitage

Farm machinery brand Massey Ferguson is once again supporting the YFCU as principal sponsor of their AGM and conference. Pictured: Samuel Bell from William Bell Tractors Ltd (centre left) and YFCU president, Peter Alexander (centre right) with YFCU members.

Massey Ferguson continues support for YFCU with sponsorship of AGM in Belfast Darryl Armitage

Club members Jane May, Catherine Robinson, Jill Brownlee, Sophie Farr and Emily Hamilton

Bleary YFC enjoys a busy start to 2023 Darryl Armitage

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Maisy in her 'happy place' with Holly.

How a very special bond transformed Maisy's life Joanne Knox

Andrew Hogley, CEO of Ulster Wool at the depot

Defra report highlights 'vital' role of British Wool in supply chain By The Newsroom

John McCallister, the man in charge of Northern Ireland's Land Mobility Programme

Land Mobility Programme reaches key milestone By The Newsroom

The yard comprises of a range of traditional outbuildings, sheds, stores and yard area. Image: www.pollockestateagents.com

30 acre farm for sale, with dwelling, yard and a range of outbuildings Joanne Knox

Mischa, a Siberian Husky, is 10 years old.

Can you offer Merle or Mischa a new home? Joanne Knox

Thieves emptied pensioner Jean Piper’s heating oil tank at her West Devon home just three weeks after she had filled it at a cost of £2,000.

Rural homeowners urged to be vigilant after oil and fuel theft doubled in 2022 Joanne Knox