NI agriculture6 days agoControversial water quality measures to be reviewedThey have signed a letter saying they will now respond to the current consultation on the Nutrients Action Programme.6 days ago5 Jul 2025Public urged to keep distance from seal pupsAn animal rescue service said touching the pups can affect scent, which plays a large role in the bonding experience.5 Jul 202530 Jun 2025Minister 'determined' to chart path for delayed water pollution planAndrew Muir announces an independent group, including farmers, will evaluate the controversial Nutrients Action Plan (NAP).30 Jun 202527 Jun 2025Farm incomes in NI increased by almost two-thirdsNew figures from the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs show farm incomes have risen by 107%.27 Jun 202526 Jun 2025Comber earlies arriving on our dinner plates earlier than usual Comber earlies are the first harvested new season potatoes in Northern Ireland each year.26 Jun 202519 Jun 2025What does the new draft Climate Action Plan mean for NI? It is a roadmap to support emission reduction targets across nine sectors of society and the economy.19 Jun 20259 Jun 2025Daera 'possibly failed' to comply with law over wild birdsIt is in relation to special protection areas for at-risk wild birds, such as puffins, whooper swans and light-bellied Brent geese.9 Jun 20253 Jun 2025Muir hits out at pollution plan 'misinformation'The agriculture minister has hit out at what he calls "misinformation" over plans to reduce water pollution.3 Jun 202527 May 2025NI bird flu restrictions to be lifted this weekendThe Avian Influenza Prevention Zone was put in place in January after the virus was confirmed in wild birds.27 May 2025...