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Northern Ireland
New UFU president digs in on bovine TB
David Wright
The new president of the Ulster Farmers' Union has made clear his position on bovine TB.
1 May 2024 Northern Ireland
In pictures: Super trade for heavy stores at Keady Mart
Heavy fleshed heifers and bullocks were in demand at the weekly cattle in Keady Mart.
1 May 2024 Northern Ireland
Little change expected to silage contractor charges
There are signs that silage costs for the 2024 season will start off on par with 2023 levels in Northern Ireland.
Factories move to cut sheep prices
Sheep processors are applying price pressure on hoggets and lambs ahead of the May bank holiday weekend.
1 May 2024 Northern Ireland
Spike in sales of spring barley seed
Demand for spring barley seed has seen a marked increase in sales, as arable farmers finally make progress with planting.
1 May 2024 Northern Ireland
Livestock ration prices coming down for May
Significant price cuts will be applied to livestock rations from 1 May in NI.
1 May 2024 Northern Ireland
Dairy beef makes up 44% of NI prime kill
Beef animals originating from the dairy herd make up a significant proportion of factory kills throughout in NI.
1 May 2024 Northern Ireland
Imports lag behind 'world leading' Red Tractor scheme
David Wright outlines the key findings of a report, which compared Red Tractor to assurance schemes from Australia and New Zealand.
1 May 2024 Northern Ireland
UK government urged to act on vet medicines
A grace period for veterinary medicine supply runs out at the end of 2025.
1 May 2024 Northern Ireland
Setting climate targets was easy for politicians
Various devolved governments have their own climate targets, with the most ambitious being set in Scotland.
1 May 2024 Northern Ireland
Irvine puts future support 'front and centre'
David Wright interviews the new president of the Ulster Farmers' Union, William Irvine.
1 May 2024 Northern Ireland
Lambing 2024 – a game of two halves
Derek Robinson has had a successful lambing season, despite the challenging weather
1 May 2024 Northern Ireland