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UK farming leaders demand immediate ban on Brazilian meat over health risk

N.Ireland

5 days ago

UK farming leaders demand immediate ban on Brazilian meat over health risk

Farming leaders want the UK government to urgently ban Brazilian meat imports from next week to ensure the "health and safety" of consumers.

Agreement on hunting updated to 'strengthen' rights of NI farmers

Rural Life

9 days ago

Agreement on hunting updated to 'strengthen' rights of NI farmers

An agreement between the UFU and hunting groups has been updated to "strengthen" the rights of farmers and landowners.

Sheep producers warned to ‘remain vigilant’ for signs of sheep scab

Sheep

16 days ago

Sheep producers warned to ‘remain vigilant’ for signs of sheep scab

The risk of sheep scab increases with the movement of sheep between farms and livestock marts, the UFU is reminding farmers.

UFU demands Muir's resignation over Tyrone cattle cull

Agri-Business

19 days ago

UFU demands Muir's resignation over Tyrone cattle cull

A farming union has called for Minister for Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs Andrew Muir to resign over the Tyrone cattle cull.

Questions mount for DAERA over TB tests and firearms in Tyrone 51-cattle cull

N.Ireland

23 days ago

Questions mount for DAERA over TB tests and firearms in Tyrone 51-cattle cull

Serious questions "remain unanswered" over a DAERA enforcement operation in Tyrone, according to one of the North’s largest farming bodies.

N.Ireland

25 days ago

UFU: Cattle cull review must be supported by independent panel

The UFU has called for an independent expert panel to support a review of DAERA's recent enforcement operation on a Co. Tyrone farm.

UFU: Cattle cull review must be supported by independent panel

N.Ireland

1 month ago

Review must be 'matter of urgency' after 51 cattle shot in DAERA operation

The Ulster Farmers’ Union has said an "independent review must be carried out as a matter of urgency" after 51 cattle were shot during an operation in Co. Tyrone.

Review must be 'matter of urgency' after 51 cattle shot in DAERA operation

N.Ireland

1 month ago

UFU calls on UK govt to restrict Brazilian meat imports

The Ulster Farmers' Union has said that it is increasing pressure on the UK government to introduce restrictions on Brazilian meat imports.

UFU calls on UK govt to restrict Brazilian meat imports

N.Ireland

1 month ago

UFU asks farmers to report issues with farming with nature scheme

The UFU is encouraging its members to report issues with the application process for the Farming with Nature Transition Scheme.

UFU asks farmers to report issues with farming with nature scheme

Sheep

1 month ago

Lamb markets 'counterproductive' to building future for sector

Co. Meath pedigree Charollais sheep breeder, Eugene O’Sullivan, has noted the recent increase in lamb market prices.

Lamb markets 'counterproductive' to building future for sector

N.Ireland

1 month ago

New prime minister urged to fully reverse inheritance tax changes

The Ulster Farmers' Union (UFU) has "cautiously welcomed" the appointment of Andy Burnham as UK Prime Minister.

New prime minister urged to fully reverse inheritance tax changes

N.Ireland

2 months ago

NAP blueprint could act as 'resolution template' in Northern Ireland - UFU

There is now a belief that Northern Ireland’s Nutrients Action Programme blueprint could be used to resolve other agricultural logjams

NAP blueprint could act as 'resolution template' in Northern Ireland - UFU

N.Ireland

2 months ago

‘Tree planting won’t suit every farm’ - UFU

The Ulster Farmers' Union (UFU) has said that farmer choice must remain at the heart of Northern Ireland's Tree Planting Action Plan.

‘Tree planting won’t suit every farm’ - UFU

N.Ireland

2 months ago

UFU welcomes ‘fairer’ grid connection costs for farm families

The Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) has welcomed the introduction of "more affordable" grid connection charging for Northern Ireland.

UFU welcomes ‘fairer’ grid connection costs for farm families

N.Ireland

2 months ago

UFU urges farmers to examine Farming with Nature options

The Farming with Nature Transition Scheme contains a number of options that may be suitable for farm businesses, according to UFU.

UFU urges farmers to examine Farming with Nature options

N.Ireland

2 months ago

Stakeholder proposals for NI NAP released for public consultation

Northern Ireland’s new Nutrients’ Action Programme (NAP) proposals can deliver sustainable growth opportunities at farm level.

Stakeholder proposals for NI NAP released for public consultation

N.Ireland

2 months ago

UFU meets Tesco to discuss Sofina Foods pig producer concerns

The UFU met with Tesco representatives to raise concerns over uncertainty around pig producer supply arrangements with Sofina Foods.

UFU meets Tesco to discuss Sofina Foods pig producer concerns

N.Ireland

2 months ago

UFU: Lough Neagh investment must deliver proper farmer supports

The UFU said funding to improve water quality in Lough Neagh needs to deliver "practical, properly funded support" for farmers on the ground.

UFU: Lough Neagh investment must deliver proper farmer supports

N.Ireland

3 months ago

'Consumers deserve to know where their beef comes from' - UFU

The UFU has written to the new Minister of State for Food Security and Rural Affairs seeking action on beef imports and labelling.

'Consumers deserve to know where their beef comes from' - UFU

N.Ireland

3 months ago

UFU urges farmers to be aware of prostate cancer signs

The UFU encourages members to know signs of prostate cancer and seek medical advice if concerned, following Jeremy Clarkson’s diagnosis.

UFU urges farmers to be aware of prostate cancer signs

N.Ireland

3 months ago

Lack of funding main barrier to peatland restoration for NI farmers - survey

The UFU has launched a new report examining the barriers to uptake of peatland restoration among farmers and landowners in Northern Ireland.

Lack of funding main barrier to peatland restoration for NI farmers - survey

N.Ireland

3 months ago

NI meat sector 'cannot absorb' extra processing costs - UFU

The UFU has warned the UK’s Food Safety Authority (FSA) that proposed changes would put "pressure on Northern Ireland’s family farms”.

NI meat sector 'cannot absorb' extra processing costs - UFU

N.Ireland

3 months ago

UFU sets out agri-education priorities to minister during farm visit

The UFU has highlighted the need to expand the availability of GCSE Agriculture across schools to Minister for Education Paul Givan.

UFU sets out agri-education priorities to minister during farm visit

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