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Farmers lead the next wave of greener, smarter farming
New £2.3m fund backs 30 farm tech trials testing lower emission machinery, digital tools and peat-free compost to boost productivity and sustainability.
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Major potato pest eradicated from UK
The Colorado beetle, a major threat to potato crops, was found in Kent in 2023
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UK secures £840m in valuable fishing opportunities for 2026
Agreements between the UK, EU, Norway and other coastal states secure access to over 80 stocks for British fishing industry
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Pet smuggling crackdown with new law
Puppy smuggling bill (Animal Welfare (Import of Dogs, Cats and Ferrets) Bill) receives Royal Assent.
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A greener and more prosperous future with new Environmental Improvement Plan
New plan sets course for cleaner rivers and air, as well as more nature and wildlife in England
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UK Government gives voice to nature at COP30 climate conference
UK accelerates global leadership on nature at COP30
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