Not all reports of algae in Fermanagh are being reported and officially recorded.
Fermanagh farmers lead the way on wildlife protection
Over recent years Ulster Wildlife has been working with farmers here in Fermanagh as part of its Environmental Farming Scheme (EFS).
Concern as Fermanagh farm incomes plummet
Fermanagh farmers have seen their incomes slashed by almost half in the past year.
Local farmers’ planning applications still stalled
Fermanagh farmers may not be able to replace farm dwellings due to current ammonia advice situation.
Roslea farmer is president of Ulster Grassland society
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 […]