Northern Irish Eel Industry Failing as Windsor Framework Hampers Stock Levels
Shutdown of eel fishing on Lough Neagh extended for rest of season to address concerns over the recovery of our prestigious market.
"LNFCS are aware of the major impact this will have on fishers, their families and the wider community around Lough Neagh."
For the third year in a row, toxic bluegreen algae has been identified in Lough Neagh.
A number of factors have contributed to its rise since 2023, with a warming climate and higher levels of nutrients in the water leading to swathes of algae blooming in NI's...
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