"Farmers Struggle with Stress from New Livestock Records System"

The new Northern Ireland Food Animal Information System (NIFAIS) for traceability in the agri-food sector has caused stress for farmers and vets, with reports of technical issues and lack of training. The system, which went live last September, has faced criticism for being slow and difficult to use, leading to concerns about potential penalties for missing regulatory deadlines. The Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs stated that they are working to address the issues, but both farmers and vets are calling for a system that is as user-friendly as its predecessor.