N.Ireland
The number of cattle in Northern Ireland that have a negative status for BVD is now over 99% of the total population for the first time.
Rural Life
A British woman has travelled the full length of Great Britain milking over 10,000 cows in 10 days to raise money for a farmers' charity.
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs confirmed that the Bovine Genetics Genotyping Scheme will open on September 1.
A nature conservation charity has said that a "bounty" of barn owl chicks has been recorded in Co. Fermanagh for the first time.
Dairy farmers in Northern Ireland have been invited on what is described as a "study tour" in the Republic on improving nutrient utilisation.
Heineken has recently unveiled plans to support large-scale regenerative farming practices, targeting malting barley growers in the UK.
NSA
A new survey is asking farmers about how many sheep they plan to vaccinate against bluetongue next year, to ensure a supply of vaccines.
Arable
UK wheat prices were up £2/t in the latest trading round, further consolidating the upward trend in grain prices recorded over recent weeks.
A series of open days focused on "smart sheep farming" are set to take place in Northern Ireland next month.
A number of high profile Aberdeen-Angus breeders have decided to re-introduce older bloodlines within their herds.
An agreement between the UFU and hunting groups has been updated to "strengthen" the rights of farmers and landowners.
The Police Service Northern Ireland has arrested a man aged in his 50s on suspicion of theft of diesel and fraud "by false representation".
Dairy
Shamonda virus has been infecting cattle across Europe this month, with Defra currently keeping a close eye on how it might impact the UK.
Tirlán welcomed retired milk suppliers from across Northern Ireland, Monaghan, Meath and Louth to a breakfast event in Co. Cavan recently.
Farmers are urged to watch for rodents moving into farm buildings earlier than usual as drought conditions reduce food, water and cover.
Cases of bluetongue in the UK have risen to 593 so far this season, according to the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs.
Recent months have seen average sale prices for pedigree beef and dairy cattle continue to strengthen in the UK.
Growing bluetongue concerns in the UK do not seem to be holding back dairy sales, as pedigree stock are making up to 3,650gns.
The Potash Development Association has highlighted the role played by drought in exacerbating crop mineral deficiencies.
Farms often see thermoduric bacteria rising in the backend of the year, especially those still dealing with drought conditions.
Machinery
The determination of farmers has been "embodied" in "a host of advancements" to Can-Am's 2027 range of SSVs and ATVs.
Pig/Poultry
An investigation has found that imported eggs could have caused the recent outbreak of salmonella, which has resulted in one death.
The Agricultural and Horticultural Development Board has launched a new tool to help reduce the impact of BYDV in winter crops.
Total Income from Farming (TIFF) in Northern Ireland grew by 40.5% (35.6% in real terms) from £736 million in 2024 to £1.03 billion in 2025.
UK November 2026 wheat futures returned above the key £200/t threshold in the latest round of trading, to £203/t.
Information from the public is now being requested as part of a review into the culling of 51 cattle by officials in Northern Ireland.
The UK has recorded 493 cases of bluetongue so far this season, according to the latest figures from Defra.
A case of classical bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) has been confirmed in a cow on a farm in Dumfries and Galloway in Scotland.
A fully funded, industry-accredited training scheme has been launched to help UK farmers and agricultural workers use ATVs safely.
The importance of lamb exports to Europe, and ensuring carcasses are acceptable, were among topics discussed at an EasyCare open evening.
Agri-Business
Farmers in Denmark say they are holding back on any investments until there is clarity about the new government’s goals for the agri sector.
