Enterprise minister says the sector is vital for the Island's economy
The enterprise minister says farming is an important part of the Island's economy, but it is facing a difficult time.
Tim Johnston says rising costs and issues with the weather have created challenges for the agricultural sector.
Around 80 per cent of the Manx landscape is managed by farmers.
Mr Johnston says the sector plays a vital role:
Medical Staff Committee claims vote of no confidence led to leadership changes at Manx Care
88 percent of members voted to say they had no confidence in the healthcare provider's board
47 buildings in the south waiting for protected status assessment since 2013
Almost half of those identified in the Area Plan for the South are yet to be determined
Nominations open to fill on seat on Douglas Council's North Ward
It comes after the resignation of former mayor Janet Thommeny
B&Q customers raise more than £3,000 for Hospice
It's been raised through fundraising scheme Pennies
Working hard 'no longer enough to afford to buy a home'
Council's housing chair warns political attitudes to housing are outdated