Agriculture

Food security, as a concept, has moved up the EU agenda, but despite the risks the UK faces from long supply chains. Picture: Cliff Donaldson

Farming has ended up less well off here outside the EU

Alex Paterson, Chief Executive of RHASS and Judith Cruickshank, Chair, Scotland Board, Royal Bank of Scotland

Show sponsorship extended for three more years

DUP Deputy Leader Michelle McIlveen MLA with UFU representatives at Stormont on Tuesday

'time for meaningful partnership with farmers and the wider agri-food industry'

Carla Lockhart MP

Minister has been met with strong opposition since unveiling the NAP proposals

MP Carla Lockhart with Ronnie and Helen Coulter.

MP encourages support for NI ploughing championships at Gilford

Scooping first place was Jess Dook, a final year BSc (Hons) Agriculture student. And in third was Maisie Rodgers, final year BSc (Hons) Agriculture with Farm Business Management

Harper Adams students take top prizes at Farmers’ Club Pinnacle Awards 2025

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Declan McAleer MLA with fellow AERA Committee members Áine Murphy MLA and Aoife Finnegan at the Balmoral Show.

"We had a thorough engagement with farmers and rural organisations" - McAleer

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Bright future for NI farmers

Ensuring all farms in Northern Ireland are using Low Emission Slurry Spreading Equipment (LESSE) by 2030 will reduce environmental impacts and increase efficient use of nutrients in slurry. (Pic: Freelance)

Public consultation launched on the Nutrients Action Programme

Health Minister Mike Nesbitt and Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Minister Andrew Muir thanked firefighters and NIFRS support personnel involved in the response to recent wildfires.

"I would urge the public to act safely when enjoying the countryside"

Sophie Thompson pictured with former YFCU president, Stuart Mills.

Women in agriculture profile featuring Sophie Thompson

A nippy little number: JCB's all-new TM110 telescopic wheeled loader.

JCB adds ultra-compact Telemaster to loader range

President Donald Trump, from right, Secretary of State Marco Rubio, Interior Secretary Doug Burgum and Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr., attend a cabinet meeting at the White House in Washington, D.C., U.S., April 10, 2025. REUTERS/Nathan Howard

Trust in the US, particularly in Europe, has been damaged

Councillor Paul Robinson, Tom Buchanan MLA, Michelle McIlveen MLA and William Irwin MLA after a meeting of the DAERA Committee, where the A5 project was highlighted this week. (Pic: Freelance)

Council must support those impacted by A5 Project - DUP

UFU president William Irvine with the Larne group managers Geoff Thompson and Rickey Lee (winner of Cuthbert Trophy).

Over 250 guests attended the Ulster Farmers’ Union annual dinner
Over 250 guests attended the Ulster Farmers’ Union annual dinner at the Glenavon House Hotel on the evening of 28 March 2025, with Cyril Millar being awarded the prestigious BT cup.
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Andy Cato, co-founder of Wildfarmed, is an award-winning farmer, DJ, and musician.

Wildfarmed’s Andy Cato to deliver inaugural lecture 180th anniversary

UFU president William Irvine

“We are deeply concerned by the government’s lack of focus on agriculture"

Aoibhín Kelly was presented with the Yara Bursary by Sharon McLaren, Acting Head of Agriculture CAFRE. Aoibhín from Loughmacrory is studying for a BSc (Hons) Degree in Sustainable Agriculture at CAFRE, Greenmount Campus. (Pic: CAFRE)

In Pictures: Industry supporters acknowledge agriculture students’ potential

The Tyrone Farming Society Bursary was presented by Chairman Gerry McFarland to Elton Clogherty. Elton from Fintona is studying for a BSc (Hons) Degree in Food Innovation Management at CAFRE Loughry Campus.

Ten companies present Bursary awards to students

Final year BSc (Hons) Agri-Food Marketing with Business student Darcy Johnson works as an NFU Farmers for Schools Ambassador, going into schools across the country to explain farming and food production

Teachers’ help sought for National Curriculum food and farming research

Joe Conley has started as a trainee auctioneer at C&D Auction Marts at Longtown Mart

Trainee auctioneer secures ‘dream job’ at the UK’s largest sheep mart

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Royal Agricultural University celebrates turning 180 with a whole year of events

New free Agriculture Health and Safety course

New free Agriculture Health and Safety Course

Richard Griffiths, Chief Executive, British Poultry Council and David Gibson, Director of Agriculture, Pilgrim's Europe

“Poultry Person of the Year” Award for David Gibson

Yvonne Carson, the Northern Health and Social Care Trust’s Rural Health and Wellbeing Manager, pictured with some of those who attended the successful Rural Ladies Supper Club in Cullybackey.

Time out is an investment, not an expense!

Richard Beattie and Kristina Fleming (YFCU presidential team) and Bob Esler (honorary treasurer)

Bob Esler waves goodbye to honorary treasurer duties with YFCU after 27 years
The Young Farmers’ Clubs of Ulster (YFCU) recently said their farewells to long-serving honorary treasurer Bob (Robert) Esler.
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Yvonne Carson, the Northern Health and Social Care Trust’s Rural Health and Wellbeing Manager, pictured with some of those who attended the successful Rural Ladies Supper Club in Cullybackey.

Time out is an investment, not an expense!

The little loader can pass through slim doorways and along narrow passages.

JCB launches electric ultra-compact loader

Employees from Kerry Omagh celebrated completing Level 3 Food and Drink Industry Apprenticeship training with CAFRE Lecturing staff Betty McLean and Alison Glover when they received their qualifications at the Loughry Campus Awards Day. (Pic: CAFRE)

Apprenticeship training at CAFRE

Jessica Wilson. (Pic: Ulster Wool)

Ulster Wool Scholarship award an industry first for the wool sector

UFU deputy president Glen Cuddy

Money available for future farm support will remain at its current level

For three months from 1 February 2025, herd keepers will be allowed a 28-day ‘grace period’, where they can avoid restrictions if all BVD positive or inconclusive animals are culled, or re-tested with a negative result, before the end of this ‘grace period’. (Pic: stock image)

Muir issues reminder about the introduction of BVD herd restrictions

Agriculture Apprenticeship learners who were presented with their qualifications achieved through training at Enniskillen Campus with Philip Holdsworth (CAFRE Senior Lecturer) and William Johnston (CAFRE Lecturer).

Apprenticeship training at CAFRE

Carla Lockhart MP

Veterinary profession is an integral part of the agri-food industry

Maximise your machinery’s potential with these high-performance agricultural oils

Ad Feature New Maxol Agri-Max Plus grease range now available in Northern Ireland

Getting the Younger Generation Interested in Farming

Getting the younger generation interested in farming

Tender moment between ewe and lamb in Lutterworth.

Farmers need to act now to get the right succession planning advice

Tender moment between ewe and lamb in Lutterworth.

Farmers need to act now to get the right succession planning advice in place for...

The NSA is planning a trip to Westminster

A fantastic opportunity for anyone with an interest in how laws are formed

Getting the Younger Generation Interested in Farming

Getting the younger generation interested in farming

Nadia Donnelly from Omagh received the Vaughan Trust Award for attaining highest marks on the first year of the BSc (Hons) Degree in Equine Management. Congratulating Nadia are Jane Elliott (Head of Equine, CAFRE) and John Egerton on behalf of the Vaughan Trust. (Pic: CAFRE)

In Pictures: Vaughan Trust supporting CAFRE students

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Grant will support landowners to create new native woodland

The DUP’s Carla Lockhart MP, Gavin Robinson MP and Gregory Campbell MP pictured at Westminster with Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer and NI Secretary of State Hilary Benn.

A delegation from the DUP has met with Sir Keir Starmer

Ad Feature AI technology is revolutionising animal welfare in farming

Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart

Lockhart letter receives support from NI politicians

Hugh Harbison (right) of Ballydevitt Farm, Aghadowey, Coleraine, the guest speaker at Fermanagh Grassland Club, with (from left) Philip Clarke club treasurer; William Johnston, secretary and Robin Clements, chairman.

First meeting of the 2024/25 winter season

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Budget announcement more severe than expected, warns expert

Jasmine Clarke (Omagh) received the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) Prize as the top Level 2 Technical Certificate in Floristry student. Jasmine was presented with her award by Sherry Suett (CAFRE, Lecturer) at the CAFRE, Greenmount Campus Awards Day.

Further Education Awards at CAFRE Greenmount Campus

The DUP’s Jim Shannon MP, Gregory Campbell MP, Gavin Robin MP, Carla Lockhart MP and Sammy Wilson MP delivered a letter to HM Treasury. (Pic: freelance)

MP expresses concern at budget implications

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Young Farmer of the Year Rebekah Evans receives her award from Peter Eakin, of Eakin Bros Ltd

Rebekah Evans picks up Young Farmer of the Year accolade

James Burley, senior manager with openreach presents the award to Mano Mont Enviro

Innovation in Agriculture accolade awarded to Manor Mont Enviro

Carla Lockhart MP and DUP leader Gavin Robinson MP are urging farmers to stay safe.

Carla Lockhart MP has welcomed the new Farm Safety Partnership Action Plan

Upper Bann MP Carla Lockhart

Upper Bann MP voices support for NI's farmers

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