AERA Committee

DAERA procedures 'out-of-step' with grassroots farming opinion

N.Ireland

DAERA procedures 'out-of-step' with grassroots farming opinion

There is a total disconnect between grassroots farming families in Northern Ireland and DAERA officials, says Diane Armstrong.

Rising cost of NI Farm Sustainability Payment entitlements criticised

N.Ireland

Rising cost of NI Farm Sustainability Payment entitlements criticised

Farmers in Northern Ireland are expressing deep anger at the dramatic increase in the cost of Farm Sustainability Payment (FSP) entitlements

NI AERA Committee chair: Food security 'now a political priority'

N.Ireland

NI AERA Committee chair: Food security 'now a political priority'

A leading politician has called on Westminster to introduce a fuel subsidy for farmers in Northern Ireland to bolster food security.

NI beef and lamb important for local economy - AERA Committee chair

N.Ireland

NI beef and lamb important for local economy - AERA Committee chair

AERA Committee chair, Robbie Butler MLA, has highlighted the importance of the red meat sectors to Northern Ireland’s economy.