News, analysis, and updates on sustainable agriculture, environmental conservation, rural development, and the protection of natural resources in Northern Ireland.
The College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) has organised a series of events to help sheep farmers prepare for the fast-approaching lambing season. Aimed at providing practical advice and support, these events are set to assist farmers in achieving a successful lambing period. For those in the southwest […]
Farmers and agricultural contractors are invited to attend a Slurry Management Open Day organised by the College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE). This event aims to provide timely advice on slurry management, focusing on the use of Low Emission Slurry Spreading Equipment (LESSE). The Open Day will take
A County Down company, Echlinville Distillery Ltd, has been fined £1,000 for breaches of packaging waste legislation. The fine was imposed at Newtownards Magistrates’ Court on 17 January, highlighting the legal obligations businesses face under environmental regulations. This announcement is significant for readers as it underscores the importance of compliance
An Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) has been declared across Northern Ireland, effective from 12:00 noon on Saturday, 18 January 2025. This announcement comes from Agriculture Minister Andrew Muir in response to recent cases of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) H5N1 detected in wild birds. The introduction of the AIPZ
