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Rural Support

@ruralsupport

Provides a confidential support line for farmers across Northern Ireland. The support line number is 0800 138 1678.
Promoting and coordinating Social Farming.

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In memory of Issac Roxborough Burnfoot Community Hub are holding a tractor run, an auction & family fun activities this Friday. Rural Support will be in attendance so come & say hello to hear more about our free programmes & services available to the farming community across NI

In memory of Issac Roxborough Burnfoot Community Hub are holding a tractor run, an auction & family fun activities this Friday. Rural Support will be in attendance so come & say hello to hear more about our free programmes & services available to the farming community across NI
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Co Antrim native Geraldine Cowan Smyth has taken on the challenge of Farmers Weekly Britain's Fittest Farmer & has chosen to support the Farm Support Charity for NI on her journey. We are so grateful to her support and wish her luck #RSstrongertogether justgiving.com/page/geraldine…

Co Antrim native Geraldine Cowan Smyth has taken on the challenge of <a href="/FarmersWeekly/">Farmers Weekly</a> Britain's Fittest Farmer &amp; has chosen to support the Farm Support   Charity for NI on her journey. We are so grateful to her   support and wish her luck #RSstrongertogether justgiving.com/page/geraldine…
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Glack Plough On group enjoyed a boat trip with Foyle Adventures down the River Foyle. The journey took the group up to the Foyle Bridge, under the Peace Bridge & to the other side of the Craigavon Bridge. Thanks to the The National Lottery Community Fund NI & #NationalLotteryPlayers for their support

Glack Plough On group enjoyed a boat trip with Foyle Adventures down the River Foyle. The journey took the group up to the Foyle Bridge, under the Peace Bridge &amp; to the other side of the Craigavon Bridge. Thanks to the 
<a href="/TNLComFundNI/">The National Lottery Community Fund NI</a> &amp; #NationalLotteryPlayers for their support
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Early bird discount for the Nuffield Farming Conference 2024 is soon coming to an end so book your tickets before the 1st Sept if you don’t want to miss out. There are 3 farm tours, Breakfast Meetings as well as a Gala Dinner - all in aid of the Farm Support Charity for NI.

Early bird discount for the <a href="/NuffieldFarming/">Nuffield Farming</a> Conference 2024 is soon coming to an end so book your tickets before the 1st Sept if you don’t want to miss out. There are 3 farm tours, Breakfast Meetings as well as a Gala Dinner - all in aid of the Farm Support Charity for NI.
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This video focuses on raising awareness on mental health within farming & to help you gain more knowledge. If you have concerns about your mental health & wellbeing or that of a loved one, please contact our free confidential support line 0800 138 1678 youtube.com/watch?v=wup4XJ…

This video focuses on raising awareness on mental   health within farming &amp; to help you gain more knowledge. If you have concerns about your mental health &amp; wellbeing or that of a loved one, please contact our free confidential support line 0800 138 1678 youtube.com/watch?v=wup4XJ…
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Boots on the Ground was est in Spring 2021, during the Covid-19 pandemic as many agri-sector employees felt they were the farmers confidante & having unprecedented conversations–particularly around mental health. If you would like to enquire about this please call 028 8676 0040

Boots on the Ground was est in Spring 2021, during the Covid-19 pandemic as many agri-sector employees felt they were the farmers confidante &amp; having unprecedented conversations–particularly around mental health. If you would like to enquire about this please call 028 8676 0040
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Social Farming Awareness Week will take place from 7th-11th Oct. This years theme is Cultivating Wellbeing: Social Farming for a Better Tomorrow. To book your place please click forms.gle/dYsATS7VMC6KvR… or contact Nikki on 07544861825 or via email [email protected]

Social Farming Awareness Week will take place from 7th-11th Oct. This years theme is Cultivating Wellbeing: Social Farming for a Better Tomorrow. To book your place please click forms.gle/dYsATS7VMC6KvR… or contact Nikki on 07544861825 or via email socialfarming@ruralsupport.org.uk
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Thank You to all of the companies & individuals who have donated to our Life Beyond Mart Auction Fundraiser. We are very grateful for your support. If you would like to make a donation please contact our Farm Support Unit on 028676 0040 or email [email protected]

Thank You to all of the companies &amp; individuals who have donated to our Life Beyond Mart Auction Fundraiser. We are very grateful for your support. If you would like to make a donation please contact our Farm Support Unit on 028676 0040 or email farmsupport@ruralsupport.org.uk
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Hosted by Dr Jonny Hanson an environmental social scientist with ARK this event will explore how social & community farming can foster good relations between diverse communities in NI 🗓19th Sept 2024 🕙10:00 – 12:00 📍Great Hall, Queen's Uni bit.ly/46IuZHR

Hosted by <a href="/jonnyhhanson/">Dr Jonny Hanson</a> an environmental social scientist with ARK this event will explore how social &amp; community farming can foster good relations between diverse communities in NI
🗓19th Sept 2024
🕙10:00 – 12:00
📍Great Hall, Queen's Uni
bit.ly/46IuZHR
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Not long to go til Geraldine Cowan Smyth takes on the challenge of Farmers Weekly Britain's Fittest Farmer. If you would like to support her on her quest please click here; every little helps & all money raised will support the farming community across NI justgiving.com/page/geraldine…

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Hear directly from Armoy Mart as to why they are supporting our Life Beyond fundraiser that is taking place from the 23rd - 28th Sept. If you wold like to donate an item for this fundraiser please get in touch by calling 02886760040 or email [email protected]

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Ederney Plough On Group had a very informative meeting this month at the Enniskillen Castle Museums. Frankie Roofe took the men back to the 1400’s speaking about how farming was then & how much it has changed #nationallotterycommunityfund #NationalLotteryPlayers

Ederney Plough On Group had a very informative meeting this month at the Enniskillen Castle Museums. Frankie Roofe took the men back to the 1400’s 
speaking about how farming was then &amp; how much it has changed #nationallotterycommunityfund #NationalLotteryPlayers
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Did you know that skin cancer is on the rise in NI & outdoor workers in the agri sector are at high risk? We are working as part of the NI Agri-Rural Health Forum to help promote the importance of early detection of new or changing/non-healing moles or lesions #CheckitProtectit

Did you know that skin cancer is on the rise in NI &amp; outdoor workers in the agri sector are at high risk? We are working as part of the NI Agri-Rural Health Forum to help promote the importance of early detection of new or changing/non-healing moles or lesions #CheckitProtectit
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Our Marketing & Comms Coordinator Victoria had the privilege of presenting to the Bann Maine West Community Group about all things Rural Support. Not only was there craic & banter to be had; everyone enjoyed a delicious breakfast together also. Thanks to the group for having us

Our Marketing &amp; Comms Coordinator Victoria had the privilege of presenting to the Bann Maine West Community Group about all things Rural Support. Not only was there craic &amp; banter to be had; everyone enjoyed a delicious breakfast together also. Thanks to the group for having us
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We are delighted to receive £692 from UFU Omagh Office. This was gained through donations at Omagh Show. We are extremely grateful for UFU’s generous support & kindness. The Plumbridge Plough On Group will benefit greatly from this kind donation #RSstrongertogether Ulster Farmers' Union

We are delighted to receive £692 from UFU Omagh Office. This was gained through donations at Omagh Show. We are extremely grateful for UFU’s generous support &amp; kindness. The Plumbridge Plough On Group will benefit greatly from this kind donation #RSstrongertogether <a href="/UFUHQ/">Ulster Farmers' Union</a>
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WE NEED YOUR HELP! To keep our Life Beyond Bereavement Support Service going we need to raise £150K each year so that we can help & support farming families across NI. If you can donate an item for auction such as livestock, contracting services, equipment etc, call 028 8676 0040

WE NEED YOUR HELP! To keep our Life Beyond Bereavement Support Service going we need to raise £150K each year so that we can help &amp; support farming families across NI. If you can donate an item for auction such as livestock, contracting services, equipment etc, call 028 8676 0040
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This week participants at Laurel View have been training the kids for goat yoga & over at Yellow Road farm the participants took part in the local Booley Fair by making a hut. There are still places available for our Social Farming Awareness Week:forms.gle/dYsATS7VMC6KvR…

This week participants at <a href="/LaurelView/">Laurel View</a> have been training the kids for goat yoga &amp; over at Yellow Road farm the participants took part in the local Booley Fair by making a hut. There are still places available for our Social Farming Awareness Week:forms.gle/dYsATS7VMC6KvR…
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Check out where the Farm Families Health Checks Van will be this September and receive a free health check. Get your Blood Pressure, BMI, Cholesterol check and Diabetic screening done now by a registered nurse - they don't mind you coming in your wellies! #RuralHealth

Check out where the Farm Families Health Checks Van will be this September and receive a free health check. Get your Blood Pressure, BMI, Cholesterol check and Diabetic screening done now by a registered nurse - they don't mind you coming in your wellies!
#RuralHealth
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THANK YOU to all of the companies, business & individuals who have donated an item to our Life Beyond Mart Auction Fundraiser! We are very grateful for your support and we are shocked & amazed at everyone's generosity🥰Keep at eye out on our social media for further updates 🙂

THANK YOU to all of the companies, business &amp; individuals who have donated an item to our Life Beyond Mart Auction Fundraiser! We are very grateful for your support and we are shocked &amp; amazed at everyone's generosity🥰Keep at eye out on our social media for further updates 🙂