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Final call for EFS Wider applications in 2021
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has confirmed the closing date for applications for the fifth tranche of the Environmental Farming Scheme (EFS) Wider level is midnight on Friday 10 September 2021.
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Apply now for CAFRE’s Level II Agricultural Business Operations Course
The CAFRE Agricultural Business Operations [ABO] Level II Certificate Course is open for 2023/24 applications from 18 May to 31 July.
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Northern Ireland Environmental Statistics Report released
The Northern Ireland Environmental Statistics Report has been published today by the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA).
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CAFRE Level 2 and Level 3 Apprenticeship in the Equine Industry
Love working with horses? Apprentices, this is your chance to learn and earn! The College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) is currently accepting applications for the Level 2 and the Level 3 Apprenticeship...
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£600,000 awarded to NI companies to fund sustainable solutions for livestock Slurry
Six Northern Ireland companies have been awarded a total of £600,000 to develop practical and environmentally friendly solutions for livestock slurry.
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Help protect public health risks from harmful blue-green algal blooms with Bloomin’ Algae App
With a growing interest in recreational water-based activities and as we enter summer, more people are spending time enjoying our local rivers and lakes.
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Brucellosis compensation rates for June 2023
The compensation payable, for reactors and negative in contacts for which notice of intended slaughter is issued in June 2023 will be either:
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Avian Influenza Prevention Zone in Northern Ireland lifted
The Avian Influenza Prevention Zone (AIPZ) in force across Northern Ireland and the ban on poultry gatherings will be lifted on 00:01 on Friday 02 June 2023.
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May stocking of Departmental waters
The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) has stocked the following waters with takeable fish in May 2023:
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Open Farm Weekend events at Greenmount and Enniskillen Campuses
Planning a day out? The College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) invites you to come along with family and friends to discover Greenmount Campus or Enniskillen Campus during Open Farm Weekend.
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Loughry Summer Food Alumni event
The College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) invites past and current Loughry Food students and staff to an Alumni event on Tuesday 20 June at 6.00pm.
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Chief Vet urges vigilance on Avian Influenza
Northern Ireland’s Chief Vet, Dr. Robert Huey, has called on all bird and poultry keepers to immediately step up their biosecurity measures and remain vigilant against the latest threat of Avian Influenza (AI).
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Planned next release of NIFAIS for Monday 12 June 2023 postponed
The latest stage of DAERA’s new Northern Ireland Food Animal Information System (NIFAIS) will be postponed for a number of months to facilitate further testing and integration with industry IT systems.
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CAFRE students shine at IFST Young Scientist competition!
Two Loughry Campus students from the College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE) have excelled at the Institute of Food Science and Technology (IFST) Young Scientist of the Year Competition.
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Angling in Warm Weather
Anglers are reminded that warm weather conditions result in warmer water temperatures across rivers, lakes, canals and estuaries. Warmer water holds less dissolved oxygen which can result in increased fish stress and mortality. It is...
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CAFRE Technologists support fish smoking project
Food Technologists at the College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE), work with businesses to assist develop new products, improve process efficiency and react to changing market demands.
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Apply now for use of breeding technologies in dairy herds Farm Innovation Visit
Applications are invited for this Study Tour to SW Scotland
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Prolonged dry weather conditions – Considerations for dairy farmers
Prolonged dry and hot weather conditions can have a significant impact on grass growth and supply on some farms.
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NI set to monitor and manage seven new official bathing waters
Seven new official bathing water sites will be formally identified following a review led by DAERA. This means that sites will be monitored by the Department, and managed to meet stringent water quality standards.
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Jump start your career with CAFRE Equine Internships
Graduates gaining a wealth of knowledge from the Internship Programmes available through the College of Agriculture, Food and Rural Enterprise (CAFRE)