By Michael Barker Public money is being used to buy imported chicken for school dinners, hospital canteens, prisons and military bases. When British poultry is so…
Month: June 2017
NFU President Meurig Raymond has sent the following to Michael Gove MP, Defra Secretary of State: “On behalf of the 55,000 members of the NFU, may…
By David Burrows Eggs are hitting the right spot for consumers right now, with sales growing strongly and young people embracing this protein-rich natural product. Now…
Michael Gove has been appointed as Defra’s new secretary of state in Theresa May’s post-election cabinet reshuffle. He has replaced Andrea Leadsom, who was in the post…
Tesco is set to celebrate its commitment to working in partnership with British farmers at four major agricultural shows this summer. The retailer will have a…
The Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) has made two new key appointments after pledging to secure the best possible Brexit deal for its members. Following an operational…
Britain has a hung parliament following yesterday’s general election, with no party holding an overall majority of seats. The Conservatives have won the most seats, and…
Red Tractor is rolling out a promotion throughout the summer months to get the nation barbecuing. The campaign includes the prize of a Napoleon Grills barbecue, worth £200, to be…
Northern Ireland’s chief veterinary officer, Robert Huey, has warned holidaymakers of the risks of importing animal disease. “Bringing back products derived from animals or plants from countries…
The British Veterinary Association (BVA), along with the British Veterinary Poultry Association (BVPA), have given their support to a new best practice procedure for prescribing antibiotics…