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April stocking of Departmental waters
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has stocked the following waters with takeable fish in April 2023:
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CAFRE celebrates National Hedgerow Week, 8th – 14th May
The saying ‘Ne’er cast a clout till May is out’ refers to the hawthorn blossom, not the month! Surely there can be no more pleasant sight and smell than that of the whitethorn flowers seen...
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Apply now for results based Agri-Environment Schemes - Farm Innovation Visit
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) in association with the Nature Friendly Farming Network (NFFN) is offering farmers the opportunity to travel to visit upland farms and projects in the west of...
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Partner Agencies ask for help in reducing wildfire risk
There have been over 100 wildfires in Northern Ireland since February 2023 and the public are being asked for their help, in order to reduce the number of incidents.
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Application window for EFS Higher opens
The seventh tranche of DAERA’s Environmental Farming Scheme (EFS), Higher Level, is now open for applications until 19 May 2023.
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Northern Ireland greenhouse gas statistics 1990-2021 released
A statistical bulletin on greenhouse gas emissions for Northern Ireland, during the period 1990-2021, has been published today by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA).
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DAERA opens latest phase of £37million soil scheme to farmers
The latest phase of DAERA’s £37million Soil Nutrient Health Scheme (SNHS) will open for registration on Monday 26 June 2023.
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Carbon budget consultation launched
Northern Ireland’s first ever consultation on Carbon Budgets has been launched by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA).
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Conor Casey still enjoying hosting visitors to his CAFRE Technology Demonstration Farm
Technology Demonstration Farms (TDFs) provide a network of local farms which allow other farmers the opportunity to see new technology and innovations which they could adopt on their own farms.
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Northern Ireland farmers travel to the Cotswolds on a Biodiversity Farm Innovation Visit
A diverse group of agri-environment farmers from across Northern Ireland, accompanied by CAFRE Technologist Henry Shaw and Adviser Regina McBennett made a 3-day trip in early June to the Cotswolds for a Farm Innovation Visit...
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Apply now for forest grant schemes and help our environment
Forest Service has announced the reopening of two forestry grant schemes, designed to support landowners to plant new woodlands for environmental and economic benefits.
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Notice to Anglers on Pacific, Pink Salmon
There is an increased likelihood for increased numbers of Pink salmon in the rivers within the DAERA area in 2024. It is important for anglers to be aware of what to do in the event...
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DAERA joins The UK Plastics Pact
Environment Minister Edwin Poots MLA has announced that DAERA has joined The UK Plastics Pact.
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DAERA Minister drives home message of thanks to UFU at drive-in AGM
Agriculture Minister Edwin Poots has addressed the first ever, drive-in Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) AGM and paid tribute to the agriculture sector for their resilience during COVID-19 and assured them of his continued support in...
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‘Practical makes perfect’ at CAFRE Loughry Campus
For those considering a more practically based path through their education after GCSE’s, the College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) can provide an attractive alternative.
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Extension of the appointment of Livestock and Meat Commission for Northern Ireland Board Member
The appointment of Board Member Patrick McElroy will be extended to 31 January 2021.
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From Grass to Glass – a new milk vending venture
William and Alison Chestnutt have seen a phenomenal demand for their milk as they launch a milk vending machine on their dairy farm. William, a member of the Coleraine Business Development Group, is a fourth...
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Minister Poots launches £1.7million rural business stimulus fund
Rural Affairs Minster Edwin Poots MLA has launched a £1.7 million stimulus fund to help rural and micro businesses expand, innovate and sustain rural communities.
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Industrial placement reaps many benefits for CAFRE National Diploma students
An important part of CAFRE’s two-year National Diploma Course takes place outside of the classroom, when students are encouraged to undertake a 12 week placement within the agri-food Industry on the summer break between their...
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Voluntary and Community organisations praised for COVID-19 response
Rural Affairs Minister Edwin Poots and Communities Minister Carál Ní Chuilín have visited Via Wings in Dromore to thank them and other voluntary and community groups, for their help during the COVID-19 crisis.