The latest news from the agricultural sector

2024-03-12
Farmers fear support of those with 'hidden agendas'
Welsh farmers are concerned their recent protests are being "used" to further "other agendas". Read more
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2024-03-11
Lamb virus causing deformed births in 'worst year'
Sheep farmers are calling for more support against a virus, causing baby lambs to be born deformed. Read more
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2024-03-08
Tyrone GAA boss appointed as new chief vet
Brian Dooher is joint manager of the Tyrone senior football team and was previously deputy chief vet. Read more
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2024-03-06
Farmers place thousands of wellies outside Senedd
They represent the number of job losses farmers claim a Welsh government scheme will cause. Read more

2024-03-06
Discounted vehicle tracking system offered to farmers
The covert technology can help rural communities fight back against crime, say police. Read more
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2024-03-04
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2025-03-14
USDA Extends Deadline on Request for Information Related to Quality Standards for Poultry
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is extending the deadline for comments on the Request for Information (RFI) on the United States Classes, Standards, and... Read more
2025-03-12
Pre-Solicitation Announcement for Purchase of Ready To Eat (RTE) Cereal Products
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced plans to purchase Ready To Eat (RTE) Cereal Products for distribution to various food nutrition assistance programs. Read more
2025-03-06
USDA Seeks U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council Nominees
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking nominations for the U.S. Highbush Blueberry Council to fill seats for 12 members and their alternates for three-year terms beginning Jan. 1, 2026.... Read more
2025-03-06
USDA Seeks Nominees for National Peanut Board
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking nominees for the National Peanut Board to replace one producer member and one alternate from Arkansas, Missouri and Oklahoma for three-year terms... Read more
2025-03-03
USDA awards designation of the Southeast Texas Area to Midsouth Grain Inspection
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) awarded the designation of the Southeast Texas area to Midsouth Grain Inspection, Memphis, Tennessee, effective March 1,... Read more
2025-01-17
USDA Seeks Organizations to Nominate Members to the United Sorghum Checkoff Program Board
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is accepting applications from sorghum associations and farm organizations interested in nominating sorghum producers to the United Sorghum Checkoff Program... Read more