Richard Halleron

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News Correspondent

Richard Halleron is an agricultural chemist by background. He is a past chairman of the Northern Ireland Institute of Agricultural Science and has also served as Chairman of the Guild of Agricultural Journalists in Northern Ireland.

Opinion: Is Britain about to become a pariah state?

Opinion

Opinion: Is Britain about to become a pariah state?

The term ‘pariah state’ is not one to be thrown about lightly; it is reserved for countries ruled by groupings...
Suffolk shearling ewe makes its mark at Armagh Show

N.Ireland

Suffolk shearling ewe makes its mark at Armagh Show

A truly impressive Suffolk shearling ewe took all the accolades at this year’s Armagh Show, held in Gosford Forest Park....
What changes are proposed for the NI Protocol?

N.Ireland

What changes are proposed for the NI Protocol?

The Northern Ireland (NI) Protocol Bill references four principal legislative changes to the previously agreed Brexit arrangements. These are: The...
North Down growers starting to dig early season potatoes

N.Ireland

North Down growers starting to dig early season potatoes

Early season potatoes in Northern Ireland have enjoyed almost uninterrupted growth since planting back in the spring. “That’s a pretty...
Research: Climate obligations may force cap on NI livestock numbers

N.Ireland

Research: Climate obligations may force cap on NI livestock numbers

Climate change obligations may limit livestock numbers in Northern Ireland, according to recent research and modelling. Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute...
The inter-relationship between sulphur and nitrogen

N.Ireland

The inter-relationship between sulphur and nitrogen

Due to the key role of both sulphur and nitrogen in the synthesis of proteins, the supply of these plant...
Westminster urged to match Brussels’ support for EU agriculture

N.Ireland

Westminster urged to match Brussels’ support for EU agriculture

Farmers for Action’s (FFA) William Taylor has said that Westminster must match the additional support commitment recently confirmed by Brussels...
Holstein cow sweeps the boards at Ballymoney Show

N.Ireland

Holstein cow sweeps the boards at Ballymoney Show

The Holstein cow, Priestland 5446 Shot J Rose, won the Supreme Championship Class at this year’s Ballymoney Show in Co....
British Wool reaffirms stakeholder commitment to auction

N.Ireland

British Wool reaffirms stakeholder commitment to auction

British Wool CEO Andrew Hogley believes that the organisation’s wool auction system remains fit for purpose in a post-pandemic world....
Wool prices on the rebound with further potential growth – Ulster Wool

N.Ireland

Wool prices on the rebound with further potential growth – Ulster Wool

Wool prices have strengthened considerably since the easing of the Covid-19 pandemic measures in countries around the world. However, British...
Soil Nutrient Health Scheme ‘a major milestone’ for industry

N.Ireland

Soil Nutrient Health Scheme ‘a major milestone’ for industry

Northern Ireland’s (NI’s) Soil Nutrient Health Scheme is now open for applications, according to the Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU). The...
WPC: The spectre of famine now haunts the world

N.Ireland

WPC: The spectre of famine now haunts the world

Delegates attending the 11th World Potato Congress (WPC) in Dublin, Ireland have been told that the spectre of famine now...
Min-till can lead to ‘skewed’ soil testing results

N.Ireland

Min-till can lead to ‘skewed’ soil testing results

The Potash Development Association (PDA) is highlighting the growing prevalence of  ‘skewed’ soil testing results which it said is a...
NIFDA appoints George Mullan as new chairman

N.Ireland

NIFDA appoints George Mullan as new chairman

The Northern Ireland Food and Drink Association (NIFDA) has appointed George Mullan as the organisation’s new chairman. Mullan is managing...
Performance recording is the ‘true basis’ of sheep selection

N.Ireland

Performance recording is the ‘true basis’ of sheep selection

Members of the UK Sheep Veterinary Society (SVS) have been told that the selection of breeding sheep on the basis...
First genetically edited crops sown under new UK regulations

N.Ireland

First genetically edited crops sown under new UK regulations

Rothamsted Research has confirmed that it has sown seed of genetically edited (GE) Camelina sativa, a member of the brassica family,...
BVA sets out vision for post-Brexit trade with the EU

N.Ireland

BVA sets out vision for post-Brexit trade with the EU

The British Veterinary Association (BVA) has published a new blueprint, designed to simplify international trade in live animals and animal...
Sheep scab control programme gets underway in Northern Ireland

N.Ireland

Sheep scab control programme gets underway in Northern Ireland

A three-year programme, designed to control sheep scab in Northern Ireland has been launched this week. However, the man driving...
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