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A consultation launches today to seek views on what local and national action can be taken to improve air quality.
First published during the 2015 to 2016 Cameron Conservative government
Defra are looking for high calibre scientists and economists for public appointment positions this autumn
New grants available to boost productivity in the farming industry.
Ahead of an extraordinary Agriculture Council, Environment Secretary, Elizabeth Truss sets out initiatives to support farmers
The UK is exporting luxury seafood to a record number of countries
Announcement of further steps to help tackle bovine TB.
New £8 million funding available to provide tourism boost for rural businesses.
This newsletter was issued in August 2015.
Today the government has published its first Rural Productivity Plan to grow the rural economy.
Koi herpesvirus (KHV) disease has been confirmed in carp (Cyprinus carpio) at Kippax Polo Pond, West Yorkshire
The UK gin industry is experiencing a revival, boosted by government backing to help producers export more of the drink abroad.
New commercial and recreational fishing restrictions for bass to come into effect.
Multi-million pound funding available to help tackle poaching and the illegal wildlife trade
The creation of the country's first National Park Youth Cabinet will give young and local people an active role in their National Park.
New funding for six rural areas making it easier to apply for flood protection.
New £24 million Growth Programme opens up opportunities for rural businesses and communities.
British shoppers took 8.5 billion single-use carrier bags from major supermarkets in 2014.
The Secretary of State appoints Emma Howard Boyd as Deputy Chair and re-appoints John Varley, Karen Burrows and Peter Ainsworth.
Prime Minister David Cameron: "As a one nation government we will keep on backing British farmers."
Government backing means scientists in Kent are ensuring we can grow more, buy more and sell more British fruit whatever the weather.
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