livestock

UFU president William Irvine said the union is 'appalled' by the actions of some within the farming community

Ms Brandreth writes about The Dogs (Protection of Livestock) Amendment Bill which could help provide better protections for farmers and their livestock

As part of Farmers Guardian's festive special with Kaleb Cooper, the farming star is giving three lucky readers the chance to win a signed copy of his book

UFU said the delay to the Suckler Cow Scheme will not suit farmers who are spring calving

It said the decision was a reflection of the 'reality' of the livestock industry right now with 'reducing stock numbers nationally' and the 'increasing financial pressures on the agricultural industry'

Results from the Groceries Code Adjudicator's 2024 annual survey showed an 'improvement in treatment of suppliers'

UFU president William Irvine and dairy farmer from County Armagh said: "DAERA's review of NI's TB strategy is a step too far. There is extremely limited focus on the most critical issue – the need for an effective eradication programme that addresses all sources of infection"

Matthew Middleton on cattle and lamb trade

Cranswick says investment and acquisitions have driven market share

An affluent urban fringe setting pays dividends for one family farm. Chloe Palmer reports