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£21.5m is backing 15 England-wide projects to turn new crops and low-emission farm tech into ready-to-use tools that boost productivity.
Overview of current bluetongue cases, risk level, vaccinations and restrictions.
Two men arrested as part of Environment Agency investigation, supported by the South East Regional Organised Crime Unit.
New Coastal Adaptation Pilots to help England's most at-risk coastal areas prepare for climate change.
Clearer pricing will help pet owners compare costs and shop around, saving families money
Streamlined agriculture rules to cut duplication and make it easier for farmers to drive down water pollution
£59m in Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier agreement extensions taken up by farmers
The new Chair will continue to drive the Forestry Commission’s efforts to protect and expand England's trees, woodlands and forests for future generations
New funding to protect the ocean and support communities most affected by climate change
Letter from the Animal Sentience Committee to the Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (EFRA) Committee regarding the 'Replacing animals in science' policy paper.
Water companies who broke environmental rules are now funding the recovery of England’s waterways by local communities and environmental groups.
A new once-in-a-generation plan to overhaul the water system and protect households from disruption has been unveiled today (Tuesday 20 January).
Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds visits Tunbridge Wells following weeks of water supply disruption
Sarah Mukherjee and Mark Suthern reappointed for twelve months
New rules mandating classification and price reporting for sheep carcases come into force, bringing sector in line with beef and pork
Mary-Ann Ochota appointed for a one-year term
Bids must be able to demonstrate they have the capacity, experience, and knowledge to deliver a new national forest
New proposals to end the use of cages for laying hens and minimise pain during lamb castration and tail docking
Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds delivered a speech at the 2026 Oxford Farming Conference
Water companies legally required to produce pollution reduction plans for the first time, using detailed instructions published today
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