02-02-2013 17:26 PM | United Kingdom

Thousands of NI farmers could be forced out of business

Thousands of farmers in Northern Ireland could be forced out of business because of a collapse in their personal income.

Last year was the worst for agriculture in recent memory with shocking figures revealing total farm income has plummeted by more than 50% across the sector.

The Ulster Farmers Union says the “horrendous” income figures from the Department of Agriculture confirm farmers’ worst fears.
Full Story : Belfast Telegraph