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The Ulster Farmers’ Union (UFU) has responded to DAERA progress on draft regulations to establish a Just Transition Commission, stressing that any transition must be grounded in what is genuinely achievable for farmers

Defra Secretary Emma Reynolds makes her conference debut as farmers and industry members discuss the fututre of farming

Organisers express disappointment but move to assure visitors the 'action-packed' event will take place

A 20km Temporary Control Zone (TCZ) has been put in place in Co Down as DAERA warns farmers to remain vigilant

TUV politician Timothy Gaston said Daera Secretary Andrew Muir should 'hold up his hands' and resign after UFU members said they have 'zero confidence' in the department

Eligible rural businesses can apply for capital assistance of 50% up to the value of £7,500 for the purchase of capital equipment which aims to help businesses enhance sustainability and growth

Pressure mounting on DAERA Minister Andrew Muir over bid to extend water rules

UFU said Daera's changes to the Nutrients Action Programme could devastate farm businesses across Northern Ireland

Graham Miles, bishop's agricultural chaplain for Suffolk, said he has dealt with six incidents over the past year where farmers have taken their own life due to Inheritance Tax changes

Daera's plans to reform the Nutrients Action Programme and improve water quality have been described by UFU as a 'backdoor attempt' to reduce flocks and herds with increased layers of regulation