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More than 3,400 farmers and industry stakeholders responded to the Nutrients Action Programme consultation process in Northern Ireland

The Ulster Farmers’ Union says severe outbreaks pose a risk to Northern Ireland's poultry industry

Farmers warned to check financial viability ahead of August 4 appilcation deadline

Farmers could face reducing livestock numbers by 80% to meet government nutrient targets

UFU said Daera's changes to the Nutrients Action Programme could devastate farm businesses across Northern Ireland

Emergency meeting called as NI leaders say nutrient restrictions pose threat to food security

Daera's plans to reform the Nutrients Action Programme and improve water quality have been described by UFU as a 'backdoor attempt' to reduce flocks and herds with increased layers of regulation

Union says Government must take tough decisions if it is going to stand by its farmers

NI National Sheep Association said with the new SAP, sheep-only farmers are projected to ‘lose a substantial 17% of their Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) support’

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