Everything filed under Industry.
Supply chains, processors, retailers and the trade deals that decide what farmers are paid. Industry coverage from outside the press release: what's moving, who benefits, who absorbs the cost, and where the next pressure point lands.
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Industry
Early crop nutrient availability driver for forage maize production
The Potash Development Association warns that early nutrient availability is key for maximising forage maize yields, particularly during cool spring.
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Industry
Considering cell counts ahead of breeding
With calving winding down across most farms, the focus is shifting from peak lactation management to breeding decisions—and that means cell counts need a...
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Industry
Over 100 jobs in doubt as meat supplier edges towards closure
The Inverurie-based meat supplier, which has traded for five decades, revealed that 30 staff have already been made redundant, with a further 90 now ente...
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Industry
Tips on managing a compact calving pattern in suckler herds
Suckler farmers who maintain a compact calving pattern are witnessing tangible benefits in herd fertility, weaning weights and labour efficiency, accordi...
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Industry
NI farmers hit with £96m yearly bill from bovine TB, study finds
An independent study commissioned by UFU, LMC and Dairy Council NI puts the total annual cost of bovine TB to Northern Ireland’s farming sector at.
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Industry
Falling prices and palm oil trend raise concerns for UK dairy sector
Dairy farmers are facing their toughest spring in years as milk prices continue to fall below the cost of production, while chocolate manufacturers quietly.
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Industry
Green light given to relocate key south east livestock market
South Oxfordshire District Council has given the green light to relocate one of the south east's most important livestock markets, in a decision describe...
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Industry
Bluetongue Cases Reach 328 as Spring Calving Brings Severe Birth Defects
The number of confirmed bluetongue cases across Great Britain has reached 328 since the 2025-2026 season began, with the disease continuing to devastate ...
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Industry
Bird flu restrictions eased with outdoor access from 9 April
The Government has confirmed that mandatory bird flu housing restrictions will be lifted from 00:01 on Thursday 9 April 2026, giving flocks access to out...
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Industry
AgriSearch appoints Norman McMordie as new chair
AgriSearch appoints Norman McMordie as new chair. What the leadership change means for NI farmer-funded agricultural research.
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