New rules to tackle diffuse water pollution from agriculture in England
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Detail of outcome
We received 183 responses to this consultation. We have now revised the rules to make them more practical and easier to follow.
We expect the new rules for all farmers in England to come into force on 2 April 2018. We have published a simple overview factsheet, together with full details of the rules.
Original consultation
Consultation description
We want to know what you think about some proposed new rules for all farmers to help reduce water pollution from agriculture. They will also improve farm efficiency and build on good practice. The proposed rules relate to managing phosphorus. They would not be part of cross compliance. We have developed these proposals with advice from the agriculture industry.
This consultation is of interest to farmers, farm advisers and contractors, water companies, leisure and tourist industries, and environment organisations.
Last updated 30 November 2017 + show all updates
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Summary of responses published, together with details of the updated farming rules.
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First published.