A FERMANAGH farmer has been named as the new president of the Ulster Grassland Society (UGS). Rosela man John Egerton is already well-known in farming circles. He was appointed to his new role at the recent 2024 UGS conference, succeeding Colin Linton in the role. At the conference, Mr Egerton pointed to he role farming […]
Last chance to apply to Environmental Farming Scheme
APPLICATIONS for funding under DAERA’s Environmental Farming Scheme (EFS) Higher Level is coming to an end this week. There are just two days left to apply for the seventh tranche of the scheme, which is open for both new applicants and those with a tranche two of that is ending in December. With such a tight time frame […]
Eco-friendly Fermanagh farmers ‘unfairly targeted’
“We have been working together. We are the custodians of the environment. We protect our wildlife.”
Elliott challenges DAERA on safety for older farmers
FERMANAGH’S elder farmers are getting a raw deal when it comes to funding for safety. Tom Elliott, who is the MLA for Fermanagh & South Tyrone claimed that farmers in the county and the rest of the North who are over 40 are being looked over for grants to improve working conditions compared to those […]
Farmers’ concern over impact of draft ammonia strategy
THERE are concerns over the practical and financial impact DAERA’s new draft ammonia strategy will have on Fermanagh farmers. Last week the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) launched a consultation on the long-awaited strategy, which is aimed at reducing ammonia emissions, which have an adverse affect on the environment and public health. Director of […]
Fermanagh restrictions as bird flu detected on border
CONTROL measures have been introduced in parts of Fermanagh after bird flu was detected on the border with Monaghan. A restriction zone, as well as extra protection and surveillance measures, have been enforced around the infected premises to present the spread of the disease to other flocks in the wider area. The measures, which came […]
Council opposed to fracking but powerless to impose ban
THE Council has admitted that while it opposes fracking taking place in the county, it might be powerless to stop it. Following the UK Tory government’s lifting of the fracking ban in England, a number of adverts have been placed in newspapers in England and also the North of Ireland have appeared in classified sections […]
Investigation over animal welfare concerns at local farm
AN INVESTIGATION has been launched into serious animal welfare concerns at a Fermanagh farm. Due to the ongoing official investigation, the Herald cannot reveal where in the county the farm is located, however this paper has been contacted by a number of local residents from the area with concerns about the conditions animals have been subjected to on site. The farm […]
Locals outraged at ‘fly tipping’ in Lack
“Unfortunately, on the Kiln Road passed the quarry, the area has become a dumping ground.”
Pet passports now needed to travel from here to Britain
FERMANAGH pet owners who plan to travel to and from Britain with their pets now that Brexit rules have come into force must make sure they comply with a whole new range of regulations. While the end of the Brexit transition period did not mean any changes when it comes to bringing pets across the […]