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Cumbria’s globally rare temperate rainforest to be enhanced and celebrated
Newly named Moccas Park and Gillian’s Wood National Nature Reserve is home to ancient oaks and sweet chestnut trees dating back many hundreds of years.
Planning rules coming into force today make it easier to convert unused farm buildings into new homes, farm shops and gyms.
Expanded Sustainable Farming Incentive offer from July will give the sector a clear path forward and boost farm business resilience.
Legislation ending exports of livestock for slaughter and fattening receives Royal Assent
Events taking place during National Nature Reserves Week to showcase the benefits that National Nature Reserves bring to nature and people.
The RFCC chair appointments have been announced.
The 439-hectare National Nature Reserve will be a haven for people and a rich variety of species including kingfishers, rare ‘Charnwood spider’ and ancient oaks
Call for public and UK beekeepers to keep watch and report any sightings of Asian hornets this summer.
Grants awarded across 26 local authorities to target fly-tipping hotspots
Energy Security Secretary has told Parliament that with growing geopolitical tension, the best agricultural land must be protected for food security.
Experts can now apply to advise Defra on new ways to finance innovation and achieve a return on investment, including the possibility of a dedicated fund
Use of cameras, gear sensors and GPS units will help improve the sustainability of UK fish stocks.
Julian Glover, Nick Folland and Baroness Kate Rock appointed to the departmental board
Dozens of new bathing water sites in England have been designated ahead of the 2024 bathing season in the government’s largest ever rollout.
£4 million to expand world-leading laboratories to improve UK biosecurity and tackle emerging threats to tree health
Mandatory microchipping of cats will help reunite thousands of lost or stray pets every year.
The Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has confirmed the reappointment of four members to the Science Advisory Council.
At the Farmers Weekly Transition Live Event, Environment Secretary Steve Barclay gave a speech outlining the support available from government for farmers
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