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Northern Ireland
Fertiliser register a sign of new approach
David Wright
A new fertiliser database is to be introduced by DAERA Minister Andrew Muir
2 July 2024 News
Trailer numbers to be in place by harvest 2026
Trailer numbers are to be put in place to help with identification and traceability as part of the Irish Grain Assurance Scheme.
30 June 2024 News
Stiff fertiliser database penalties for derogation farmers
Close to 62,000t of fertiliser was imported up to last week by 35 Fertiliser Economic Operators.
July price freeze for livestock rations
Local feed mills indicate prices for livestock rations will hold steady for July.
26 June 2024 Northern Ireland
Exclusive: allegations of emerging black market for fertiliser
Farmers are using Northern Irish merchants to purchase 'off the record' fertiliser.
19 June 2024 News
Price increases imminent for nitrogen fertiliser
Reports indicate nitrogen fertiliser prices look set to rise before the start of July.
19 June 2024 Northern Ireland
Tirlán acquires Holland Agri in Co Kilkenny
The business was operated and owned by John Holland who will be joining Tirlán to oversee the transition.
19 June 2024 News
Debt levels up at farm service providers
Small businesses must stand up for themselves and complete cash flows.
15 May 2024 Viewpoints
Up to £20/t to come off livestock rations
Livestock rations will see significant price cuts being applied from 1 May in NI.
17 April 2024 Northern Ireland
Farmers need finance more than fodder
The winter looks like it may be coming to an end, but the long shadow cast by the last 18 months means farmers need financial backing. So how about a low-interest loan fund for smaller farmers?
10 April 2024 Dealer
Fertiliser prices ease as sales increase
Fertiliser prices have seen significant discounts being applied, helping to boost sales going into April
3 April 2024 Northern Ireland
Silage stocks tighten as rain persists
There has to be a contingency plan in place if this weather is to continue, it’s a big challenge out there at the moment, IFA representatives say.
2 April 2024 News