N.Ireland
FFA: TB proposals could decimate NI cattle industry
Farmers for Action (FFA) has claimed that the CEO of Animal Health and Welfare Northern Ireland (AHWNI), Dr. Sam Strain,...
Farmers for Action
Agri Politics
FFA urges farmers to reject 'the lion's share of blame' for climate change
Farmers For Action (FFA)’s Steering Committee have issued a new year statement, calling on farmers across Northern Ireland and the...
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Native Tree Area Scheme makes planting trees easier
If you’re a farmer looking to generate extra income, the Native Tree Area Scheme (NTAS) is a great opportunity to...
Environment
FFA: IVF calf project to reduce emissions is 'backward step'
Farmers for Action (FFA) spokesperson William Taylor, has indicated that food security should be the priority for production agriculture not...
N.Ireland
Crunch time for Farm Welfare Bill fast approaching
Members of the Stormont agriculture committee will give their definitive view on a Farm Welfare Bill for Northern Ireland within...
N.Ireland
Farmers take part in London protest over tax changes
Farmers for Action (FFA) representatives are taking part in a London protest today (Tuesday, November 19), organised to highlight the...
Agri Politics
FFA supports Aontú's Equitable Beef Pricing Bill
Farmers for Action (FFA) is supporting the principles espoused within the Aontú ‘Equitable Beef Pricing Bill’, which was defeated in...
N.Ireland
FFA: Tax change will 'wipe out' succession planning for NI farmers
Changes to Agricultural Property Relief (APR) announced as part of in the UK Chancellor’s Autumn Budget this week could “wipe...
N.Ireland
Grassland carbon credits likely to be higher than other crops
The value of carbon credits linked to grass will be extremely high, relative to those associated with other land use...
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Watch: Offaly farmer makes big savings by 'going solar'
Imagine standing on your farm, knowing you have taken steps to secure its future. The sun is shining, not just...
Farm Safety
Calls for statutory agencies to push for safety upgrades on quads
Farmers for Action (FFA) is calling for all relevant statutory agencies in the UK and Ireland to call for two...
N.Ireland
Farmers for Action to meet Stormont agriculture minister
Farmers for Action (FFA) has confirmed that representatives from the organisation will meet Stormont agriculture minister, Andrew Muir, during the...
N.Ireland
FFA: New Labour government 'potentially' good for farmers
Farmers for Action (FFA) has welcomed the election of a Labour government at Westminster as, potentially, a good news story...
N.Ireland
FFA calls for doubling of farm support budget in Northern Ireland
Farmers for Action (FFA) has called for a doubling of the farm support budget in Northern Ireland, from £300 million...
N.Ireland
NI Farm Welfare Bill would secure 'guaranteed prices' for farmers - FFA
A Northern Ireland Farm Welfare Bill would “ensure realistic prices for dairy, beef and sheep farmers,” according to the Farmers...
N.Ireland
FFA meets Stormont ag-committee to discuss Gosling report
Representatives of Farmers for Action (FFA) have discussed the Gosling Report with members of the Stormont Agriculture Committee. The publication,...
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RDS Announces Opening of Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Development Awards
In its sixth year, the RDS Sustainable Agriculture & Rural Development Awards celebrates the work of individuals, farming families and...
N.Ireland
FFA requests meeting with NI chief vet as bTB cases reach 'all time high'
Farmers For Action (FFA) has requested a meeting with Northern Ireland’s chief veterinary officer as bovine tuberculosis (bTB) infection among...
N.Ireland
Calls for new Stormont Executive to adopt NI Farm Welfare Bill
The new Northern Ireland Executive has been called upon by Farmers for Action (FFA) to adopt the measures contained within...
N.Ireland
DAERA proposal to cut bTB compensation sparks reaction
A number of agri-stakeholder organisations in Northern Ireland are opposing proposed bovine tuberculosis (bTB) compensation cuts. Ulster unionist spokesperson on...
N.Ireland
Call for introduction of carbon tax on food imports to NI
Farmers for Action (FFA) is calling for the introduction of a carbon tax on food imports into Northern Ireland and...