Asian Hornets Invade Northern Ireland - First Belfast Sighting
Deadly Asian hornets make unprecedented appearance in Belfast, triggering nationwide emergency response as government warns public to stay vigilant against the invasive species.
Category : Search result: Department of Agriculture
Faroe Islands grow Michelin-starred potatoes
Discover how the remote Faroe Islands are cultivating world-class potatoes in challenging Atlantic conditions, earning recognition from Michelin-starred chefs and transforming the archipelago's agricultural landscape.
Health Dept's £1M media unit faces transparency scrutiny
Revealed: The Department of Health's controversial media monitoring operation spent over £1 million while operating with minimal transparency, raising questions about government accountability and public spending.
DUP's Gavin Robinson quits as MP for Stormont role
DUP deputy leader Gavin Robinson shocks Westminster by resigning as MP to concentrate on his crucial Agriculture Minister position in Northern Ireland's restored government.
DUP's Gavin Robinson: Farming crisis threatens NI future
Exclusive: DUP's Gavin Robinson reveals agriculture sector facing existential threat, calls for immediate government intervention to save Northern Ireland's farming communities from collapse.
Agricultural Alliance Forms Cross-Party Coalition in Westminster
An extraordinary new political alliance representing rural and farming communities is reshaping Westminster dynamics, bringing together Conservative, DUP, Labour and Alliance Party members in a groundbreaking move.
NSW Blueberry Industry's Exploitation Scandal Exposed
A shocking investigation reveals the human cost of Australia's blueberry industry, exposing widespread worker exploitation, illegal practices, and systemic failures in New South Wales.
Engineer Grows Record 2700lb Pumpkin, Wins $30k Prize
A structural engineer from California has claimed victory at the World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off with a gargantuan specimen tipping scales at over 2700 pounds, securing the $30,000 grand prize.
DUP faces agricultural revolt over Irish Sea border
Northern Ireland's Democratic Unionist Party confronts significant internal division as agricultural leaders demand permanent Irish Sea border solution, challenging the party's political authority.
Big Brother Star's Shocking Career U-Turn Revealed
Former Big Brother presenter George Lamb has dramatically swapped celebrity life for the world of sustainable farming, leaving fans stunned by his countryside transformation.
Low-Mileage Meat: Britain's Sustainable Food Revolution
Discover how UK shoppers are embracing locally sourced meat with minimal food miles, transforming their diets while supporting British farmers and reducing environmental impact.
Wildlife spectacle upstages traditional ploughing match
Discover how a traditional agricultural competition in the North Pennines became an unexpected wildlife theatre, where kestrels and hares stole the show from the machinery.
Swiss Alpine Meadows Lose 60% of Plant Species
Groundbreaking research exposes how intensive farming is devastating Switzerland's iconic grassland ecosystems, with nearly 60% of plant species disappearing from some areas.
Legal fight launched to save polluted River Wye
Conservation organisations take unprecedented legal action against UK government for failing to protect the River Wye from catastrophic agricultural pollution threatening its ecosystem.
Five Years of Harvest Wipes Out UK's Annual Bread Supply
Shocking new analysis reveals extreme weather since 2020 has destroyed enough UK wheat to bake 12 billion loaves of bread - equivalent to the nation's entire annual consumption.
Scottish farms recruit Filipino workers to tackle labour crisis
Scottish agriculture turns to international recruitment as Filipino skilled workers secure visas to address chronic workforce shortages threatening the nation's food security and rural economy.
Texas Balloon Crash: Agents Scramble Over Space Crops
Federal agents race to remote Texas field after experimental balloon carrying mysterious space crops crashes in dramatic incident raising national security concerns
Agriculture: The Spiritual Sound - Transcendent Metal
Los Angeles quintet Agriculture delivers a breathtaking sophomore album that transforms metal into spiritual ecstasy through celestial harmonies and thunderous instrumentation.
US Education Dept sent anti-Trump emails to Democrats
Exclusive investigation reveals the US Department of Education automatically distributed anti-Trump talking points to Democratic voters, raising serious questions about political neutrality in government communications.
Texas Lawyers Face DOJ Civil Rights Investigation
The US Department of Justice has launched a civil rights investigation into legal professionals in McAllen, Texas, following serious allegations of misconduct and rights violations against local residents.
Foreign pumpkins threaten UK Halloween tradition
A Kent pumpkin farmer reveals how foreign imports are squeezing British growers out of business, threatening local Halloween traditions and raising food security concerns.
Climate Change Threatens $3.8 Trillion in Farming Losses
New World Bank analysis reveals climate change could devastate global agriculture, with Africa facing 30% crop losses and wealthy nations not immune to food price shocks.
Afro-Descendant Food Forests Revolutionise Farming
A groundbreaking Guardian report reveals how ancestral Afro-descendant practices in Latin America are creating biodiverse 'food forests' that combat climate change and enhance food security, offering a powerful model for sustainable agriculture.
UK Autumn Harvest Under Threat from Severe Weather
The National Trust warns of a compromised autumn harvest and damaged landscapes as relentless rain and strong winds create treacherous conditions for farmers and gardeners across the UK.
Universal Orlando fined $5k over child's theme park injury
Universal Orlando Resort has been fined $5,000 by Florida's Department of Agriculture after a young child was injured on a theme park ride. The incident involved a door closure mechanism, sparking renewed safety discussions.
Northern Ireland Powers Up Using Its Peatlands
A groundbreaking initiative in Northern Ireland is turning degraded peatlands into a source of renewable energy, tackling emissions and creating a sustainable model for agriculture and climate action.
Cowgirl Revolution: Women Transforming American Ranching
Meet the pioneering women reshaping the iconic but fading tradition of cattle ranching in the American West. From financial innovation to sustainable practices, female ranchers are forging a new future for this rugged industry.
Greece bans sheep movement after sheeppox outbreak
Greek authorities have declared a temporary nationwide ban on the movement of sheep and goats after a severe outbreak of sheeppox, a highly contagious viral disease, was detected on the island of Lesvos.
1925 Diary Reveals Herdwick Sheep's Amazing Homing Instinct
A fascinating rediscovery of a 1925 Country Diary reveals the astonishing homing ability of Herdwick sheep, a legendary trait deeply woven into the fabric of the Lake District.
UK's Best Animal Science & Agriculture Unis for 2025
Exclusive 2025 league table ranks UK universities for Animal Science and Agriculture. Discover which institutions lead in teaching quality, graduate prospects, and student satisfaction in this vital sector.
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