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News Release
Friday 24th January 2020 12.45pm incident happened at approximately 11.30am 24/01/2020.
Killer dogs on the loose – second reported attack in two days
A farmer in Lezayre came across the dogs attacking his sheep earlier today. He described the dogs as large springer type dogs, one was liver and white in colour with a red collar and the second dog was a darker colour possibly … To continue reading Press release – killer dogs on the loose please click here  News Release 21st of January 2020
In response to government receiving Professor Currans Climate Change ‘Impact’ report, Tim Johnston, President of the Manx NFU said;
“The Manx National Farmers Union has been clear with its position on Manx farming’s role in tackling climate change. Manx farmers are part of the solution, not part of the problem. The Manx NFU do support the higher ambition pathway of reaching net … To continue reading MNFU President response to Tynwald accepting climate change report please click here Multi drop dates for all Farm plastics. Date Venue Opening times 12th Nov 2019 DCS site Sunny Bank Foxdale 8:00 to 16:00 21st Nov 2019 Kerrow Moar Croft, Lezayre 8:00 to 16:00 10th Dec 2019 DCS site Sunny Bank Foxdale 8:00 to 16:00 7th Jan 2020 DCS site Sunny Bank Foxdale 8:00 to 16:00 4th Feb 2020 DCS site Sunny Bank Foxdale 8:00 to 16:00 13th Feb 2020 Kerrow … To continue reading 2020 plastic drop off dates please click here https://consult.gov.im/environment-food-and-agriculture/agriculture-strategy/
Dear Manx NFU Member Please see the above link to the ADS Consultation which closes on 9th April 2019. Please call the office on 662204 if you have any queries. Manx NFU
Please find below the 2018 Plastics Collection and Drop Off points dates and times. Please note that the collection points are for bale wrap and farm plastics only – wood, building materials, tyres or fallen stock (this has happened in the past!) will not be accepted and must disposed of using alternative methods. Also, we have been asked to remind farmers to schedule drop offs as much as possible during … To continue reading the 2018 Plastics Collection and Drop Off Points please click here Manx NFU Statement – The Isle of Man and United Kingdom are proven to have the highest levels of animal welfare across the whole of the EU. We refute any derogatory statements made in relation to the welfare of animals in transit when being shipped live to the United Kingdom. Livestock travels for various reasons; Sale and transfer of stock Breeding programs Slaughter – onward fattening To shows and events … To continue reading Live export – press release please click here The IOM College are running Diplomas in Agriculture and Environmental Conservation, details of which are below. Please contact Caroline Perry on 490488 or Paula Creer on 490267 who would be delighted to speak to you for an initial discussion if you would like further information or are interested in joining any of the courses. Details: Diplomas in Agriculture and Environmental Conservation by Paula Creer, Alan Radcliffe and Caroline Perry at … To continue reading INTERESTED IN AGRICULTURE? LEAVING SCHOOL? please click here The Isle of Man College are now running pesticides courses. If any Member is interested in attending a course please contact Carole Collister via the email below for further information on what is available. Carole.collister@college.doe.gov.im
There was a very special event on the Manx National Farmers’ Union stand at the 2014 Royal Manx Agriculture Show, when previous President, renowned farmer, local radio personality and lay preacher, John Kennaugh was presented with a life membership of the Manx NFU by current President, Brian Brumby. Brian paid tribute not only to John’s significant contribution to the MNFU during his 10 year Presidency but also his contribution to … To continue reading Past President and Local Farming Ambassador Honoured please click here The MNFU would like to remind everyone that at this time of year that there are many cows with their calves out in the fields. It is essential that you must never walk in fields with cows and calves. The mothers are very protective of their calves and can become quite aggressive. Please stick to designated footpaths and keep dogs on leads near any livestock whether cows or sheep. If … To continue reading COWS AND CALVES please click here |
 
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