farming

The NFU said the Government needs to take further action to support farmers with spiralling production costs and the impact on their mental health

The charity Farming Community Network hopes the survey will help to improve the organisation’s support to those at risk or affected by a bovine TB breakdown

The government is considering voluntary plans for supermarkets to introduce price caps on basic food items such as bread and milk

The fell pony has always been a key part of the Lake District's heritage, but with their future at risk, recognising their contribution to the uplands is more important than ever.

It was the Charolais champion, Balymyle Sandy from William David and James Albert Connolly, Ballynahinch, County Down, which was crowned this year’s beef champion.

Holstein champion Damm Tatoo Sallie from Martin and Cyrill Millar, Coleraine, Londonderry took home the dairy inter-breed championship.

Longwool champion, a North Country Cheviot ewe from Jack Smyth and William Rankin, Newtownstewart, Co. Tyrone, took home the sheep inter-breed sash.

Colostrum is key to overall calf health and performance, but good management is paramount for high concentration and efficient absorption of antibodies.

There is a shortage of hedgelayers, but it could provide the perfect opportunities for young people. Howard Walsh meets two female hedgelayers who are key to this rural crafts future.

The provision and quality of water is paramount to overall cow health and performance, but these are areas of management which are often overlooked.