DAERA Minister Andrew Muir has said immediate action is needed to tackle the decline in top predators from the marine ecosystem. The Minister launched two
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DAERA Official Veterinarian (OV) at an abattoir examined an animal delivered by McDowell on the 9 May 2022. Stephen McDowell (55) of Old Moy Road,
The Chief Veterinary Officer (CVO) for Northern Ireland (NI) is asking farmers to remain vigilant and to source animals responsibly in response to the confirmation of
The Northern Ireland Executive has announced that the first tranche of restrictions for XL Bully dogs will come into force on July 5, meaning that all
The Republic has been urged to follow England’s lead in banning the XL bully breed following a fatal dog attack in Co Limerick. Nicole Morey
The current issues that threaten animal health and welfare in Northern Ireland were unpacked at an inaugural event held by the North of Ireland Veterinary
The Ulster Farmers Union has hailed the response from farmers to DAERA’s consultation on the proposal to reduce the compensation rate for cattle removed under
XL Bully-type dogs will not be banned in Northern Ireland under new plans to restrict their ownership, new agriculture minister Andrew Muir has revealed. Under
A new IT system designed to help with traceability in the agri-food sector has been criticised by farmers and vets. The Northern Ireland Food Animal
A cut to the compensation paid to farmers when cattle are culled for bTB could put their business as risk, vets have warned. A public