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Farmers are being asked for their views on how well the Rural Payments Agency’s (RPA) appeals panels work.
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
The two pilots will be closely managed and monitored to examine how safe, effective and humane a method this is.
Those with an interest in the Common Agricultural Policy will be able to present their views on the European Commission's proposed reforms.
Agriculture Minister Jim Paice updated Parliament today on the progress of payments to farmers under the Single Payment Scheme.
To look at UK priorities for next year's fish quotas and the need to avoid drastic cuts to the amount of time fishermen can spend at sea.
Trials show that new technology is allowing South West fishermen to continue to fish in their local area while protecting the marine habitats in Lyme Bay, it was revealed today.
Agriculture Minister Jim Paice updated Parliament today on the progress of payments to farmers under the Single Payment Scheme. Mr Paice said…
The UK will work to secure additional quota in this year's negotiations on total allowable catches and quotas so that trials can be expanded.
The government hopes to reduce regulatory burdens on farmers, whilst still achieving high standards on the environment, health and animal welfare.
A bright crop of pupils in Greenwich put on a gardening masterclass for Agriculture Minister Jim Paice today. The budding gardeners of Charlton…
Defra Ministers are fighting in Europe for all of the UK’s farmers, fishermen and taxpayers.
Working towards a simpler CAP that provides real benefits for the environment and improves the competitiveness of the farming industry.
Food labelling will be clearer, simpler and more honest following heavy lobbying in Europe by the UK.
This was to improve disease control and help prevent the export of contaminated meat.
Three new members have been appointed to the independent Veterinary Residues Committee (VRC).
The two countries share ambitious plans for reform, centred on a more competitive agriculture sector and better incentives to improve the environment.
Defra has granted consent to Rothamsted Research to conduct a research trial on GM wheat in 2012 and 2013.
The updated guidance will ensure the right date marks are used on food labels making it easier for shoppers to know food is safe to eat.
Young people in the West Midlands are missing out if they don't think about a career in the food sector, Environment Secretary Caroline Spelman said today.
£176,000 will be invested in the dairy industry's first Continuous Professional Development (CPD) scheme.
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