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Countryside Stewardship agreement holders must follow these Terms and Conditions if they applied for an agreement on or after 5 January 2026.
How production areas are classified, the method of treatment and how to apply for classification.
Find out how to import live fish, molluscs and crustaceans for farming, ornamental, or any other purpose except direct human consumption
Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) (Agriculture) Regulations protect uncultivated, semi-natural and rural land. Find out when and how to get permission to make changes to land.
This document provides advice on owning a dog.
How to label spirit drinks that you plan to sell in the UK.
Information for anyone who is already consuming or is considering consuming raw drinking milk or raw cream.
Guidance on importing herbs and spices from third countries.
Find the plant species that are typical of the grassland type on your land parcel for help with action GRH6: Manage priority habitat species-rich grassland.
How to prevent the introduction and spread of animal disease by following good hygiene and biosecurity standards.
How to care for animals on farms and in transport in severe hot or cold weather, floods or drought.
How to report pig movements, including how to use electronic animal movement licensing (eAML2).
What to do if a customer registered with the Rural Payments service dies.
You must batch and label the beef and veal you sell or supply according to specific rules, which vary from product to product.
Guidance on how to move goods from Great Britain to Northern Ireland under the scheme, including general certificates, additional documents (packing lists), seals and checks.
Summary of product characteristics for BLUEVAC-3 BTV-3 vaccine in the UK
First published during the 2024 to 2026 Starmer Labour government
Access APHA reports, videos, publications and data on livestock, wildlife and small animals in England and Wales.
Rules for importing, exporting and moving fresh fruit and vegetables to, from and around the UK.
How to spot paramyxovirus infection in pigeons, what to do if you suspect it and measures to prevent its spread.
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