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Planting winter barley still an option

N.Ireland

1 day ago

Planting winter barley still an option

Planting winter barley remains an option in Northern Ireland according to crops' specialist, Leigh...

Warning of high liver fluke risk in livestock this winter

N.Ireland

1 day ago

Warning of high liver fluke risk in livestock this winter

The Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) has warned of possible liver fluke infections in...

AFBI to retain grass genetics rights as new DLF deal unveiled

N.Ireland

6 days ago

AFBI to retain grass genetics rights as new DLF deal unveiled

AFBI is confirming that it will continue to have full use of the grass genetics developed over recent years.

Farmers to share carbon cutting success stories at Dairy Conference 2026

N.Ireland

15 days ago

Farmers to share carbon cutting success stories at Dairy Conference 2026

Two farmers from Northern Ireland will share their experiences in cutting carbon emissions on their farms at the Dairy Conference 2026.

Alternative forage production to be trialled in 3-year study

N.Ireland

28 days ago

Alternative forage production to be trialled in 3-year study

The potential role of alternative forages within livestock production systems is the subject of a research study by AFBI.

N.Ireland

about 1 month ago

Pneumonia detected in calves without symptoms via lung scans

Lung scanning can detect respiratory disease in visibly healthy calves, new research from the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute has shown.

Pneumonia detected in calves without symptoms via lung scans

N.Ireland

about 2 months ago

Can finisher pigs thrive on 0.35% phosphorus rations?

The amount of phosphorus finishing pigs require in their diets to maintain productivity is the subject of research in Northern Ireland.

Can finisher pigs thrive on 0.35% phosphorus rations?

N.Ireland

2 months ago

Scientists to tackle TB and methane in €4.3m island-wide projects

Scientists north and south are launching ambitious cross-border projects aimed at strengthening disease preparedness among cattle.

Scientists to tackle TB and methane in €4.3m island-wide projects

N.Ireland

3 months ago

Farmers for Action to participate in NAP public consultation

Farmers for Action (FFA) has confirmed that it will participate in Northern Ireland’s Nutrients Action Programme (NAP) public consultation.

Farmers for Action to participate in NAP public consultation

N.Ireland

3 months ago

Contract awarded for new £8m emissions research facility at AFBI

A construction contract for a new £8 million research facility at the Agri-Food and Biosciences Institute, Hillsborough has been awarded.

Contract awarded for new £8m emissions research facility at AFBI

N.Ireland

3 months ago

June rains boosted potential of UK winter wheat crops – AHDB officer

There is general agreement amongst agronomists that the recent rains came at the right time for winter wheat crops across the UK.

June rains boosted potential of UK winter wheat crops – AHDB officer

N.Ireland

3 months ago

How does birth order affect piglet survival rates?

Farmers could save up to one piglet per litter by focusing on the wellbeing of pigs born late in the farrowing process.

How does birth order affect piglet survival rates?

N.Ireland

4 months ago

Minister: No structural changes to AFBI after review

The Agri‑Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) has welcomed the publication today of DAERA's formal response to the Review of AFBI.

Minister: No structural changes to AFBI after review

Sheep

4 months ago

Research: Selective dosing could positively impact lamb liveweight gain

Farmers who use a selective treatment strategy against parasites on their lambs can identify those that benefit most from wormer treatments.

Research: Selective dosing could positively impact lamb liveweight gain

N.Ireland

5 months ago

New project targeting invasive pest attacking NI native ash trees

Protecting Northern Ireland’s native ash trees from an invasive insect is the aim of a new three-year project by AFBI scientists.

New project targeting invasive pest attacking NI native ash trees

N.Ireland

5 months ago

AFBI confirms appointment of new CEO

The Agri‑Food and Biosciences Institute (AFBI) in Northern Ireland has appointed Dr. Iain Williams as its new CEO.

AFBI confirms appointment of new CEO

N.Ireland

5 months ago

How does a new cross-border project plan to create ‘climate-friendly’ beef?

Underpinning CliBeef is the recognition that economic and environmental sustainability must be achieved in equal measure.

How does a new cross-border project plan to create ‘climate-friendly’ beef?

N.Ireland

5 months ago

New €5.75m cross-border ‘climate-friendly beef’ project launched

Twelve farms, north and south, are set to take part in a new cross border project which aims to help farmers produce “climate-friendly beef”.

New €5.75m cross-border ‘climate-friendly beef’ project launched

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