Was refreshing to see so many PhD students presenting their research at today's QUB/AFBI PhD Conference. A stimulating two sessions and interesting and thought provoking presentations and posters on display. Well done to all who took part. #AFBIResearch #QueensAFBIAlliance

Feeling lonely or overwhelmed this #LongestNight? Samaritans are there to listen. Call anytime: 116 123 💚 In the previous Mid and East Antrim Borough Council term I proposed a Motion commending the tireless work of Samaritans NI, so I am delighted to support #SamaritansLongestNight reach out & let's talk🗣️

This year I have challenged myself to complete the Belfast City Marathon in aide of Rural Support. I have chosen this charity as it works closely with farmers, farming families and farm businesses to improve mental health and well-being to those in need. justgiving.com/page/david-wil…

David Wilson is putting his best foot forward & is going to complete the Belfast Marathon. We are so pleased & thankful for his support - 100% of funds raised will help to support the farming community here within NI! justgiving.com/page/david-wil…

DRINK MORE MILK. 😉 📸 Miles East

Our Life Beyond Programme provides support for farming families across NI who has experienced loss through farm accident, suicide, unexpected or expected death. If you need support please contact our free confidential Support Line on 0800 138 1678, open Monday - Friday 9am - 9pm.

Eva Vlaardingerbroek I’m pro-environment, but I support the farmers! Farming has no material effect on climate change.

Did you know that we are the only farm support charity in Northern Ireland? And that 100% of all funds will go directly to supporting the farming community in Northern Ireland? Support our work & together we can make the farming community stronger, healthier & more resilient

WE NEED YOUR HELP! We’ve teamed up with Hillsgreen on their agricultural survey - To better understnd how farmers like to interact digitally. For every completed survey £5 will be donated to us. We would really appreciate your support surveymonkey.com/r/suars

A quick 10 mile run to check out Ibrox before I attend the Rangers Football Club vs Benfica second leg. No let up for the Belfast marathon training prep for Rural Support. Donation link found below, all donations for a great cause. justgiving.com/page/david-wil… #RangersFamily #MonTheGers

It's not to late to get involved - if you haven't already done so can you please complete this survey by 22nd March! For every completed survey £5 will be donated to us. Please complete the survey & support us today we would really appreciate it surveymonkey.com/r/suars

David Wilson, a young farmer from Carrick who is also a member of Straid YFC, is running the Belfast Marathon in aid of Rural Support. Why not get behind his fundraising cause & show him your support - we would really appreciate it! justgiving.com/page/david-wil…

The weather today was unreal. Biblical. I had to spend hours moving things to find indoor space for every lamb that’s already been born. Fair to say though that they’re pretty happy about it.

Last night at Mid & East Antrim Council, I was delighted to propose a Notice of Motion aimed at increasing the number of people trained in CPR, strengthening grant funding for defibs & ensuring our devices are “Circuit” registered, ensuring accessibility for emergency services.

Local Carrickfergus man, David Wilson, recently ran the Belfast Marathon in aid of Rural Support & rasied an amazing £2010. We are so grateful to David for taking on this fundraising challenge & supporting the work that we do for the farming community across NI #ThankYou

Are you an active farmer over the age of 18 in Northern Ireland? Then I would love to hear your ideas and challenges of farm innovation for NI. Please get in touch via DM or [email protected] Ulster Farmers' Union Rural Support Farming Life

ATTEDNTION ALL FARMERS Queen's University Belfast 🎓 is seeking active farmers, to complete a short survey on innovation adoption in NI agriculture. Each survey response will generate a donation to us so please help your Farm Support Charity for NI by clicking the link qualtricsxm8nrss8r4x.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_5z…

Did you know that Rural Support is the only farm support charity in NI? By fundraising for us, you can help fund our vital services while also demonstrating your commitment to the local community. For more info on how you could make a difference contact Pamela on 028 8676 0040

Occupational Lung Disease is significant for all sectors, but those in farming are at particular risk. ALUK are working with NIARHF & HSENI to raise awareness of the risks. A proactive approach saves lives, reduces chances of developing lung conditions and protects farmers.