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Site Surveys
Following an initial assessment and site visit, we may request a survey to assess specific natural heritage aspects of the site. It may be aimed at a particular species of an animal protected by law...
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Heifer replacements
A detailed farmer survey on replacement heifer rearing practices was completed on over 250 dairy farms in N. Ireland in 2008.
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Dairy business
Dairy farmers must combine a knowledge of milk production with excellent financial management in order to run a successful dairy farm.
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Buildings and equipment for dairy farming
Within this section you will find details relating to the siting, design and building dimensions for new milking parlours and dairy cow accommodation. The machinery section is devoted to manufacturers of specialist dairying equipment whilst...
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Complying with hygiene regulations on dairy farms
All farmers must comply with certain rules and regulations which govern the production of safe food. These regulations have their origins in European legislation and are designed to ensure consumers are protected by requiring food...
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Sperrin Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
The Sperrin AONB was first designated in 1968 and encompassing a largely mountainous area.
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The secure storage of waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) - paragraph 50 exemption
A paragraph 50 exemption allows the secure storage of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)(1) for the purpose of its recovery elsewhere. The exemption also allows for the incidental sorting of WEEE.
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Ring Of Gullion AONB
Slieve Gullion mountain lies at the heart of the Ring of Gullion AONB. The area has an extensive geology and is rich in a natural, cultural and built heritage.
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The crushing of waste gas discharge lamps - paragraph 51 exemption
A paragraph 51 exemption allows the crushing of waste gas discharge lamps (including florescent tubes EWC 20 01 21*) for the purposes of volume reduction prior to collection, where the material is intended for recovery...
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Mourne AONB
Encompassing the Mourne Mountains, the Mourne AONB was designated in 1986. It has a relatively "young" geological development and has a rich diversity of natural, cultural and built heritage.
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The secure storage of waste batteries and accumulators - paragraph 52 exemption
A paragraph 52 exemption allows the secure storage of waste batteries or accumulators(1) at a place other than the place of production, pending their recovery.
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Binevenagh AONB
Binevenagh AONB was designated in 2006 and has a diverse natural, cultural and built heritage.
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Beef farming news
Latest news for farmers in relation to beef farming.
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Antrim Coast and Glens AONB
Antrim Coast and Glens AONB was designated in 1988 and, along with an interesting geological formation, has a rich cultural, natural and built heritage
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Causeway Coast AONB
Causeway Coast AONB, which incorporates the Giant's Causeway, was designated in 1989. It has an interesting geology and a rich natural, cultural and built heritage
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ASSI Guidance for Public Bodies/Competent Authorities
Advice and guidance for Public Bodies/Competent Authorities in relation to their duties concerning ASSIs
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Infographics
Rural statistics infographics for Northern Ireland.
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Council dog summary statistics
The Dogs (Northern Ireland) Order 1983 makes provision for the licensing of dogs. Article 52 of the Order requires Councils to provide information relating to the operating of the Order as required by DAERA.
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Introduction to ASSIs
Areas of Special Scientific Interest (ASSIs) are protected areas that represent the best of our wildlife and geological sites that make a considerable contribution to the conservation of our most valuable natural places.
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ASSI notifiable operations
NIEA compiles a list of the most important plants, animals and geological interests that are the designated features of the site and also produces a list of activities for each ASSI that it considers may...