Seventy-One-Year-Old Farmer on Trial | Belfast News

A 71-year-old self-represented farmer from Co Down is on trial for 17 counts of animal neglect, spanning five months of heartbreaking neglect involving cows and sheep. Denying all charges, he claims evidence photos were doctored, blames animal deaths on botulism caused by contaminated slurry, and insists his animals were well cared for. He also describes harrowing personal health struggles—including brain injury, Long Covid, and heart issues—and accuses government officials of being aggressive during inspections. This is a battle for truth, dignity, and justice in the courtroom. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Sources:https://www.irishnews.com/news/northern-ireland/farmer-accused-of-causing-unnecessary-suffering-to-animals-claims-pictures-shown-to-jury-altered-XTNXZBTL4BCDTCUIEK3DM43RHU/ More coverage & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/895cfe519952d620 Report issues to [email protected].