Agri-Business
Four European research and innovation initiatives will come together next week for a...
N.Ireland
The UFU has called on the government to prioritise Northern Ireland's food security following the ongoing conflict in the Middle East.
Opinion
Ireland has no option but to use its upcoming presidency of the European Union to put the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) back on track.
Sofina Foods Europe chief executive, Ash Amirahmadi has confirmed the strong commitment that exists within the business to Northern Ireland.
Ian McCluggage has highlighted the need for livestock farmers to significantly improve grass utilisation rates.
DCNI chief executive, Ian Stevenson, believes that the year ahead will see a strong focus placed on the issue of food security.
Farmers for Action (FFA) has indicated that, barring some final tweaks, the UK’s new Inheritance Tax legislation will become law
The presidential team at the Ulster Farmers’ Union firmly believes that a new Nutrients Action Programme can be delivered in 2026.
Minister Martin Heydon said he believes that "complacency has crept in" across Europe when it comes to food security.
Agri Politics
A University of Galway academic has been appointed chief scientist of the Food and Agriculture Organisation (FAO) of the United Nations.
Uncertainty around the Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) and "harmful" trade deals are "threatening...
Minister of State with responsibility for food promotion, new markets, research and development,...
Ireland’s role in global food security is set to top the agenda at this year's Agricultural Science Association (ASA) annual conference.
Dr. Cary Fowler has expressed concerns about how global food systems are positioned to feed the world population going forward.
Farmers for Action (FFA) spokesperson, William Taylor, has cited the absolute priority for food security levels in the UK to be increased.
Farmers for Action (FFA) spokesperson, William Taylor, is predicting that food security will quickly rise up the UK’s political agenda.
Environment
Nearly one fifth of the world's agricultural land is contaminated by toxic metals, posing a serious...
High, volatile input costs, as well as extreme weather events, have been cited as the most relevant risks to EU food security.
Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) president, William Irvine, has confirmed agriculture’s role at the heart of the sustainability agenda.
Rural Life
Ireland will commit €250 million a year for the next four years to help combat global malnutrition, Tánaiste Simon Harris announced.
The new Labour government at Westminster has failed to recognise the impact of its new tax measures on production agriculture
Farmers and agri cooperatives are seeking greater recognition in the revision of the European Union's energy security framework.
UK food business consultant, Dr. Clive Black, characterised Bord Bia as 'best in class' for collaboration in the farming and food sectors.