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Defra extends RFCC Chair appointments

Defra extends RFCC Chair appointments

Thursday, 12 May 2016

Four Chairs of the Regional Flood and Coastal Committee (RFCC) have had their appointments extended ...

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New penalties to crack down on fly tipping

New penalties to crack down on fly tipping

Monday, 09 May 2016

New powers given to local councils to punish fly-tippers...

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Leaving the EU could put scotch whisky exports on the rocks (Archived)

Leaving the EU could put scotch whisky exports on the rocks (Archived)

Monday, 09 May 2016

Environment Secretary Elizabeth Truss meets Scotch whisky industry leaders on the importance of EU membership for Britain’s biggest food and drink exp...

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Environment Minister champions weekend walking trips

Environment Minister champions weekend walking trips

Friday, 29 April 2016

Environment Minister Rory Stewart encourages everyone to visit their nearest National Park or public woodland this Bank Holiday weekend. ...

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West Country cheese tickles European tastebuds (Archived)

West Country cheese tickles European tastebuds (Archived)

Thursday, 28 April 2016

£330 million of UK cheese exports headed to the EU market in 2015...

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£360 million of UK seafood making a splash on European menus (Archived)

£360 million of UK seafood making a splash on European menus (Archived)

Wednesday, 27 April 2016

85% of all UK shellfish exports headed for European shores in 2015, generating millions for the UK economy....

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New animal movement rules to cut red tape and boost resilience

New animal movement rules to cut red tape and boost resilience

Tuesday, 26 April 2016

Simpler rules on livestock movements to be introduced in England from July, Farming Minister George Eustice announced today (26 April 2016)....

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Exports of UK gin, beer and wine to USA increase (Archived)

Exports of UK gin, beer and wine to USA increase (Archived)

Friday, 22 April 2016

Americans and expat Brits raise a toast to the Queen as exports of UK gin, beer and wine to USA increase....

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A new breakthrough on ash dieback

A new breakthrough on ash dieback

Friday, 22 April 2016

New report identifies genetic tolerance to ash dieback...

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New food and farming degree apprenticeships to boost innovation

New food and farming degree apprenticeships to boost innovation

Tuesday, 12 April 2016

Environment Secretary brings together food sector experts and employers to create apprenticeships, boosting innovation in the food industry...

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Extended tax averaging for farmers starts

Extended tax averaging for farmers starts

Wednesday, 06 April 2016

A fairer tax system for farmers comes into effect today (6 April 2016). ...

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Compulsory dog microchipping comes into effect

Compulsory dog microchipping comes into effect

Tuesday, 05 April 2016

From today (6 April 2016) it will be compulsory for owners to ensure their dog is microchipped....

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World First Flood Re scheme open for business

World First Flood Re scheme open for business

Monday, 04 April 2016

Flood Re scheme officially open...

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National Park Authorities, the Broads Authority and AONB Conservation Boards appointments

National Park Authorities, the Broads Authority and AONB Conservation Boards appointments

Friday, 01 April 2016

Appointments and re-appointments to the National Park Authorities, the Broads Authority and Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty Conservation Boards....

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Environment Agency Board reappointment

Environment Agency Board reappointment

Thursday, 24 March 2016

Richard Macdonald appointed for a second term and also becomes Acting Deputy Chair....

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New Plan for National Parks gives every schoolchild a chance to visit

New Plan for National Parks gives every schoolchild a chance to visit

Wednesday, 23 March 2016

The government's new Plan for National Parks kickstarts a programme of activity to safeguard the future of these iconic landscapes. ...

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Farming Recovery Fund extended to Greater Manchester

Farming Recovery Fund extended to Greater Manchester

Tuesday, 22 March 2016

Flood affected farmers in Greater Manchester can now apply for the Farm Recovery Fund...

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First saplings planted in push for a million trees for schools

First saplings planted in push for a million trees for schools

Monday, 21 March 2016

A Government-backed scheme will give millions of children the chance to plant saplings in their school grounds and communities. ...

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£700m boost for flood defences brings £150m more for Yorkshire and Cumbria

£700m boost for flood defences brings £150m more for Yorkshire and Cumbria

Thursday, 17 March 2016

The Chancellor announced an extra £700m in flood defence funding...

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Support for streamlining CAP audits secured

Support for streamlining CAP audits secured

Tuesday, 15 March 2016

Environment Secretary Elizabeth Truss gains backing from European countries for simplifying the Common Agricultural Policy audit scheme....

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Fish free to roam our rivers could boost biodiversity

Fish free to roam our rivers could boost biodiversity

Monday, 14 March 2016

Rivers across England could benefit from new Government plans to help address declining freshwater fish stocks so native species can thrive...

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New cattle measures to help deliver TB freedom in England

New cattle measures to help deliver TB freedom in England

Thursday, 10 March 2016

Further measures to protect England from bovine TB are being introduced as part of the government’s comprehensive strategy which is on track to delive...

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Environment Secretary salutes Britain's women farmers

Environment Secretary salutes Britain's women farmers

Wednesday, 09 March 2016

The Environment Secretary will be joined by leading women in farming to celebrate International Women's Day...

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One month left to chip your dog

One month left to chip your dog

Monday, 07 March 2016

From 6 April it will be compulsory for owners to ensure their dog is microchipped ...

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UK wine industry pledges 10 fold increase in exports

UK wine industry pledges 10 fold increase in exports

Thursday, 03 March 2016

The UK wine industry celebrates a corker 2015 with a pledge for a tenfold increase in exports by 2020....

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Stop the spread for Invasive Species Week

Stop the spread for Invasive Species Week

Monday, 29 February 2016

The second annual Invasive Species Week starts on 29 February and will run until 6 March....

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Defra appoints six members to new Natural Capital Committee

Defra appoints six members to new Natural Capital Committee

Thursday, 25 February 2016

Expert advice on the state of English Natural Capital from the new Natural Capital Committee will drive forward the 25-year Environment Plan...

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Environment Minister addresses the National Farmers' Union Conference

Environment Minister addresses the National Farmers' Union Conference

Tuesday, 23 February 2016

Elizabeth Truss today delivered a speech to delegates at the annual National Farmers' Union Conference...

New data reveals the nation’s changing tastes

New data reveals the nation’s changing tastes

Thursday, 18 February 2016

Information from the National Food Survey has been released as open data ...

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Bluetongue risk: farmers urged to remain vigilant

Bluetongue risk: farmers urged to remain vigilant

Friday, 12 February 2016

Farmers are being urged to monitor their stock carefully for bluetongue symptoms....

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