Cattle2 days agoCow astonishes scientists with rare use of toolsThe discovery suggests cows may have far greater cognitive abilities than previously assumed. 2 days ago3 days agoBluetongue virus antibodies found in Manx cattleAn all-Island bluetongue restriction zone is put in place as a precaution, the government says.3 days ago10 Jan 2026'Happy tears' for farmer after herd survives stormA farmer has described having "one of the longest nights" looking after her cattle during the storm.10 Jan 20269 Jan 2026Watch: Police rescue cows from burning barnOfficers guided the cows to safety during the rescue, with no injuries reported to animals or humans.9 Jan 20269 Jan 2026Udder surprise for farmer after five calves born from one cow The odds of one cow producing five calves is believed to be several million to one.9 Jan 20268 Jan 2026Some financial support for farmers in bluetongue zoneThe agriculture minister has ordered that laboratory costs will be met by the department for a limited time.8 Jan 20267 Jan 2026Farmers swap fences for GPS tracking collarsUsing satellite tracking collars on cattle near Chipping Norton increases the amount of land that can be grazed.7 Jan 20261 Jan 2026Blue-green algae to bluetongue - 2025 in NI agriculture and environmentBBC NI's Agriculture and Environment correspondent Louise Cullen gives her round-up of 2025.1 Jan 202623 Dec 2025Hillwalker crushed by cows feared for her lifeMary-Jane Parker, from Peebles, suffered 10 broken ribs and multiple other injuries in the Highlands.23 Dec 2025...