A farm in the south of the Island says it’s giving up growing potatoes because of rising energy, fertiliser and seed costs.
Ballaquinney Farm in Ballabeg announced its decision on Facebook, calling spuds a ‘high-risk’ crop.
It says it has enough potatoes to supply people during 2024.
However, it’ll cease production later this year.
Minister says 10 year plan being drawn up for hospitality and retail
Enterprise Minister Tim Johnston says his department is working on a 10-year strategy to help the struggling retail and hospitality industries.
Sponsors needed for StemFest
The Department of Enterprise is looking for sponsors for its annual StemFest event.
New Sanctions Act now in force
Today is the first day a new Sanctions Act comes into force on the Island.
Bushy's TT village sponsor announced
Bushy's TT Village will be sponsored by sustainable energy company Ørsted.
Sure IOM launches new Home Visit service
An Island telecoms company is launching a Home Visit service to help customers with any broadband/Wi-Fi issues.
Business marks Island security first
A local business has become the first on the Island to be given a membership by a police security initiative.
Industrial estate plans for former mine
A St Marks company says it's hoping to build 20 industrial units on a former mine in Foxdale.
Island slips down finance centre rankings
The Isle of Man has dropped nine places in an index of the world's best financial centres.
