Rural Life
The UK government has announced grants of up to £25,000 (€29,000) for farmers who have been severely impacted by flooding in England.
N.Ireland
Farmers in Great Britain will need to provide photo ID to purchase certain ammonium nitrate (AN) fertilisers from October 1, this year.
Agri-Business
More than one million people put their name to a petition pledging support for British farming and food production.
Agri Politics
The appointment of the first female president of the NFU has been welcomed by the country's leading advocates for women in agriculture.
Rural crime in Northern Ireland cost the UK economy £2.7 million (€3 million) in 2015, according to the most recent figures from the NFU.
The supply of seasonal workers required for a successful harvest in the UK is “already in danger” for the year 2018, according to the NFU.
British meat exports to the EU will face sizeable tariffs if the UK fails to negotiate a trade agreement with the European bloc.
England and Wales have suffered a 17% decline in the number of seasonal workers required for the harvesting of fruit and vegetables.
Michael Gove has been appointed UK Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs in the Cabinet reshuffle.
Farmers across Britain have lost confidence in the outlook for the industry over the next three years, according to the NFU.
Other
Tory MPs have urged the British Government to introduce a 'button', when shopping for food online, so that you can choose British-only.
Beef
The UK has moved a step closer to exporting beef and lamb to the US following further talks between the two nations.
