Further assistance from the government for farmers affected by the dry weather
Coverage of a new flexibility from the EU Commission to help farmers increase the amount of feed they can grow for their livestock after the recent dry weather.
Farming technical notices, and UK dairy and seed potato agreements with China
The publication of two ‘no deal’ technical notices relating to farming, and a multi-million pound export boost as China agrees to import UK dairy products made with milk from third countries.
Environment Secretary attends Countryfile Live, NFU agricultural drought summit - Thursday 2 August
On today's blog we look at the Environment Secretary's attendance at Countryfile Live and the NFU agricultural drought summit.
World Oceans Day and Minister Eustice at the Royal Cornwall Show - Friday 8 June
World Oceans Day coverage of our Marine Conservation Zones announcement, Environment Agency work around plastic pollution and Minister Eustice's visit to the Royal Cornwall Show.
Thursday 31 May: Farming Minister at the Royal Bath and West Show, Clean Air Strategy and agriculture in the UK statistics
On the blog today we look at the Farming Minister's visit to the Royal Bath and West Show, top scientist support for the Clean Air Strategy and agriculture in the UK statistics.
Thursday 3 May: Kew reopens world’s largest Victorian greenhouse, rise in farming incomes, and sports grounds crack-down on plastics
Kew reopens world’s largest Victorian greenhouse Kew Gardens has today reopened its Temperate House – the world’s largest Victorian greenhouse – after a five-year restoration project. The vast greenhouse is now home to a geographically arranged collection of 10,000 plants …
Wednesday 2 May: The World Health Organisation's report on Global Air Quality and BPS Applications
In today's blog we look at the World Health Organisation's report on global air quality standards and encourage farmers to submit their BPS applications before the closing date on May 15.
Monday 30 April: Oak Processionary Moth caterpillars ,the Environment Secretary on Future Farming, flood warnings and the Royal Horticultural Society's ban on certain plants at Chelsea.
In today's blog we look at the possible health risks associated with OPM caterpillars, the Environment Secretary discusses the ongoing consultation for the future of farming ,flood warnings and a ban on exhibitors at the Chelsea Flower Show from using certain plants. plants
Friday 27 April: Pesticides, electric shock collars and Secretary of State at the Sustainable Food Trust
In today's blog we look at the Secretary of State's support for British food produce at the Sustainable Food Trust conference, EU restrictions on neonicotinoid pesticides and a number of other topics.
Thursday 26 April: Business pledge to cut plastic packaging and ending the sales of plastic straws
In today's blog we look at the latest efforts to cut plastic pollution in our environment and oceans.