Conservation

MLAs hear opposing views on hunting

Glenwherry-based gamekeeper Merlin Becker described the private members bill from the Alliance Party’s John Blair as “unworkable”.

NORTHERN IRELAND 28 October 2026

MLAs hear opposing views on hunting

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Department issues rare breeds and NPI updates for ACRES farmers

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Bounty of barn owl chicks sparks appeal for sightings in the west

Bounty of barn owl chicks sparks appeal for sightings in the west

Ten barn owl chicks have been born on Fermanagh farmland, the largest number recorded in the county. With less than 30 breeding pairs thought to remain, it is encouraging for the red-listed species.

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Up to €20,000 in thatching grants available

Up to €20,000 in thatching grants available

Last year, over €600,000 in funding was allocated for thatched buildings across the country.

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Strategy launched to protect the endangered hen harrier

Strategy launched to protect the endangered hen harrier

The strategy, launched on Scattery Island, aims to protect the endangered bird of prey.

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Biggest farm in Tasmania bought by UK fund Gresham House

Biggest farm in Tasmania bought by UK fund Gresham House

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Romania seeks to manage bear numbers amid rise in livestock attacks

Romania seeks to manage bear numbers amid rise in livestock attacks

The conservation of brown bears has led to a large increase in population numbers, resulting in an increase in attacks on farmers, shepherds and animals, EU member states have said.

NEWS 23 June 2026

Wool used in peatland restoration trial in Antrim

Wool used in peatland restoration trial in Antrim

A collaboration between Ulster Wildlife and the Ulster Farmers' Union (UFU) sees wool being used in a peatland restoration trial on Slievenanee Mountain in Antrim.

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New €4.35m programme to protect the corncrake

New €4.35m programme to protect the corncrake

Building on the success of the Corncrake LIFE project, the new ‘Natura Communities for Birds’ programme will allow communities to deliver more nature conservation actions for farmland birds.

NEWS 7 May 2026

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