Armagh
Peter McCann on 05 Jan 2022
Almost 12,000 acres for sale in NI during 2021
While the supply of land on the market remained relatively steady last year, it still represents a very small proportion of all farmland in Northern Ireland.
Peter McCann on 15 Dec 2021
DAERA commits to bird flu compo as cases continue
Initial test results indicate that avian influenza was present in a poultry unit near Markethill, Co Armagh, and in a commercial duck flock near Coagh, Co Tyrone.
Barry Murphy on 14 Dec 2021
Three male teenagers arrested following Monaghan tractor theft
The tractor was recovered following a series of hit and run incidents between Monaghan and Armagh in the early hours of Tuesday morning.
Barry Murphy on 02 Dec 2021
Stolen card used to pay for trailer in Monaghan
The Ifor Williams 16x6 ft trailer is thought to have been transported to the Jonesborough area of Co Armagh.
Peter McCann on 01 Dec 2021
Bird flu zone in NI after Monaghan outbreak
A 10km control zone is in place around the premises in question
Peter McCann on 24 Nov 2021
Farm crime rate reaches new low
The PSNI have said the trend is due to a broad range of measures which have involved police working with the farming industry and wider rural community.
Caitríona Morrissey on 13 Nov 2021
Presbyterian Church’s first ever rural chaplain hits the mart
Rev Kenny Hanna was spotted at Downpatrick, Rathfriland and Hilltown sales within a week of his appointment.
Caoimhe Harney on 09 Sep 2021
30 new jobs in Armagh if proposals get green light
Fane Valley unveils plans for new investment in Armagh, which, if it goes ahead, will create 30 new skilled jobs in the area.
Anne O'Donoghue on 08 Sep 2021
Events guide: we’re back, baby
After an 18 month hiatus, our events guide is finally back, and it’s busier than ever. Here’s what’s going on around the country. Compiled by Anne O’Donoghue
Anne O'Donoghue on 08 Sep 2021
Farming and home renovation in Co Derry
Growing up on a beef farm in Co Armagh, Saoirse McClelland couldn’t see herself farming in the future, but that has all changed now in Co Derry. In conversation with Anne O’Donoghue
David Wright on 18 Aug 2021
Silage season complete in Armagh
With their milking herd fully contained, good-quality silage is a must on the Martin farm. David Wright reports.
Katriona Kinsella on 30 Jun 2021
My Farming Week: Trevor McBride, Downs, Clontibret, Co Monaghan
Monaghan man Trevor McBride is busy growing his beehives, as well as his flock of pedigree Suffolk sheep and 40,000 laying hens.
Anne O'Donoghue on 09 Jun 2021
My Country Living: farming, working for the NHS and writing children's books
As a child Kathleen McPolin didn’t like going to school, but as an adult she has turned to the books, even writing one. In conversation with Anne O’Donoghue.
Peter McCann on 19 May 2021
Dairylink: first cut dodges rain in Armagh
The first silage campaign of 2021 is under way on the Martin farm in Co Armagh. Peter McCann reports.
Peter McCann on 18 May 2021
Dairylink: staggering turnout for youngstock
With grass supplies remaining tight, the last batch of heifers will be housed for a few more weeks on the Martin family farm.
David Wright on 12 May 2021
Wright brothers behind £75m pig factory
Jim and Mark Wright are among the largest pig producers in the UK and Ireland
Niall Hurson on 16 Apr 2021
New Ifor Williams trailer worth £6,500 stolen from farmyard in Armagh
Both the PSNI and An Garda Síochána have been notified of the theft and a cross-border search for the trailer is under way.
Peter McCann on 03 Apr 2021
Land Report: Land averages almost £14,000/ac in Armagh
There were just 651 acres of land publicly advertised for sale in Armagh during 2020.
Peter McCann on 03 Apr 2021
Land Report: Northern land sales average over £10,000/ac
Despite the average price staying steady, the NI land market is changing. Peter McCann reports
Peter McCann on 17 Mar 2021
NI land price over £10,000/acre
Average 2020 land price in NI was up by £89/ac when compared to the previous year.