WITH the latest outbreak of avian influenza, better known as bird flu, continuing to sweep across the country, poultry farmers in Fermanagh are being urged to seek help if they need it. Charity Rural Support is urging poultry farmers and their families to avail of its confidential emotional and practical assistance during what has become […]
‘Fermanagh Stars’ set to shine at calf show
FERMANAGH calves are set to take centre stage at a prestigious multi-breed event in Enniskillen next week. The Fermanagh Pedigree Livestock Breeders Ltd (FPLB) Premier Calf Show is being held on Saturday, November 15 at the Exhibition Hall at Ulster Farmers’ Mart, Enniskillen. The event has attracted over 55 entries of top-quality calves, featuring both […]
Fermanagh pupils win Angus Youth Challenge
FOUR pupils from Enniskillen Royal Grammar School have been named overall winners of the 2025 ABP Angus Youth Challenge, after a showcase and awards ceremony at Balmoral Park. The team impressed the judges with their project “One Health: The Link Between Animal, Human and Plant Health,” which tackled the critical issue of soil health and […]
Producer swaps city beats for farm life in Fermanagh
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A music producer has traded city living for the quiet of the Fermanagh countryside – continuing his work from a small farm he now calls home. With zero farming experience, no family ties to the land, and a lifestyle built around basslines, not baling hay, the move from Leeds seemed like a wild detour. But […]
Enniskillen pupils reach Angus final
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FOUR pupils from Enniskillen Royal Grammar School are in the final stages of the prestigious ABP Angus Youth Challenge, after a year of showcasing their skills, teamwork and commitment to sustainable agriculture. Mackenzie Wilson, Jenson Lindsay, Alfie Thompson and Conor Phair began their journey 12 months ago and have since reared five calves, visited Brussels […]
Rare Swiss sheep make their home in Fermanagh
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A LOCAL woman, who is one of the only keepers of an award-winning flock of rare Valais Blacknose sheep in the North, is competing for glory at major UK shows. Jackie O’Shea and her husband Patrick own 22 Valais Blacknose sheep – a very rare variety which originate from a remote region in Switzerland, with only 19,000 purebreds in […]
Farmers warned BVD restrictions are now in effect
FERMANAGH livestock farmers have been advised that herd restrictions have come into force to prevent the spread of Bovine Viral Diarrhoea (BVD). Agriculture Minister Andrew Muir announced the restrictions last week, which have been introduced on June 1 for animals over 30 days old that haven’t been tested for BVD. “BVD is a serious and […]
Elliott stands up for Fermanagh farmers in the Lords
Lord Elliott has hit out at at government departments and agencies for their lack of support for our local farming and rural communities.
Warning for Fermanagh dog owners during lambing season
FERMANAGH dog owners have been warned to keep their dogs under control in the countryside, particularly now during the ongoing lambing season. The warning has been issued by Fermanagh and Omagh Council, who noted livestock worrying by dogs was “a key concern for farmers and still remains an issue”, with 30 reported incidents in the local […]
Farmer died after being attacked by bull, inquest finds
AN inquest into the death of 81-year-old retired Dromore farmer Harold Gilmore found that his death was caused by trampling most likely caused by a bull. Mr Gilmore died on July 20 of last year in a field close to his home, which he owned but was rented out on the Fintona Road, Dromore. It […]