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Farm tech turbocharged to help send innovations into orbit

Farm tech turbocharged to help send innovations into orbit

Wednesday, 04 March 2026

Government turns to space and AI technology to drive farm growth, development and nature recovery...

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Bird flu (avian influenza): latest situation in England

Bird flu (avian influenza): latest situation in England

Tuesday, 03 March 2026

Find out about the latest bird flu situation in England and guidance for bird keepers and the public....

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UK beef hits US shelves for the first time – cutting costs for UK businesses

UK beef hits US shelves for the first time – cutting costs for UK businesses

Monday, 02 March 2026

First shipment of UK beef under reciprocal quota arrives in the US, as government works in partnership with the food and farming industries to save mi...

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Foot and Mouth disease detected in Cyprus

Foot and Mouth disease detected in Cyprus

Wednesday, 25 February 2026

Foot and mouth disease has been detected in Cyprus....

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Secretary of State's address to NFU26

Secretary of State's address to NFU26

Tuesday, 24 February 2026

Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds delivered a speech at the NFU’s annual conference...

Reynolds: Farm tech supercharged to boost profitability

Reynolds: Farm tech supercharged to boost profitability

Tuesday, 24 February 2026

Environment Secretary to announce £345 million to fund innovation, new technology and infrastructure to boost farm productivity and support the condit...

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Water Minister at World Water Tech Innovation Summit

Water Minister at World Water Tech Innovation Summit

Tuesday, 24 February 2026

Water Minister Emma Hardy delivered the opening keynote speech at the World Water-Tech Innovation Summit in London ...

Two members appointed to the Marine Management Organisation board

Two members appointed to the Marine Management Organisation board

Tuesday, 24 February 2026

The new board members will serve three year terms...

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Foot and mouth disease: latest situation

Foot and mouth disease: latest situation

Monday, 23 February 2026

Current cases of foot and mouth disease, trade restrictions and risk level....

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New measures to help woodlands through improved deer management

New measures to help woodlands through improved deer management

Friday, 20 February 2026

One-third of England's woodlands now estimated to be damaged by deer, with urgent action needed to protect trees and wildlife...

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7 new Trustees appointed to the National Museums Liverpool Board

7 new Trustees appointed to the National Museums Liverpool Board

Friday, 13 February 2026

The Secretary of State for Culture, Media and Sport has appointed 7 new Trustees to the National Museums Liverpool Board, for 4 years terms....

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Environment Secretary speech on food security, resilience and standards

Environment Secretary speech on food security, resilience and standards

Thursday, 12 February 2026

Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds' speech on Food Security, Resilience & Standards: UK Agricultural Strategy in Europe at the British Ambassador's R...

The government's response to the MAC's Seasonal Worker review

The government's response to the MAC's Seasonal Worker review

Thursday, 12 February 2026

On 23 March 2023, the MAC launched a self-commissioned review into the Seasonal Worker route and this is the government's response....

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Beavers to be released in South West England in coming weeks

Beavers to be released in South West England in coming weeks

Saturday, 07 February 2026

Natural England has approved the release of beavers at two projects in South West England. ...

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How UK Government is building a stronger future for Scotland's farmers, crofters and rural communities

How UK Government is building a stronger future for Scotland's farmers, crofters and rural communities

Thursday, 05 February 2026

Minister's speech to National Farmers' Union Scotland's conference highlights UK Government's commitment to industry, as forum explores growth opportu...

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Farmer productivity boost with new nutrient planning tool

Farmer productivity boost with new nutrient planning tool

Wednesday, 04 February 2026

A new nutrient planning tool has been launched to match nutrients to crop and soil need, cutting waste, supporting productivity, and protecting waterc...

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Government to cover travel costs of children with cancer

Government to cover travel costs of children with cancer

Tuesday, 03 February 2026

£10 million financial support package for families of children and young people with cancer to cover travel costs to and from appointments....

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Interim Chair appointed at Office for Environmental Protection

Interim Chair appointed at Office for Environmental Protection

Monday, 02 February 2026

The appointment comes as Dame Glenys Stacey steps down as the inaugural Chair...

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From precision bred hemp to Sunshine Tomatoes: £21.5m to drive farm innovation in England

From precision bred hemp to Sunshine Tomatoes: £21.5m to drive farm innovation in England

Saturday, 31 January 2026

£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....

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Billions in exports and investment deals secured as PM concludes visit to China

Billions in exports and investment deals secured as PM concludes visit to China

Friday, 30 January 2026

Billions of pounds worth of?export?and?investment?deals for the UK have been secured, as the Prime Minister wraps up his visit to China....

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Pet owners to benefit from biggest vet sector reforms in 60 years

Pet owners to benefit from biggest vet sector reforms in 60 years

Tuesday, 27 January 2026

Clearer pricing will help pet owners compare costs and shop around, saving families money...

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Farming rules shake up to cut pollution and support farmers

Farming rules shake up to cut pollution and support farmers

Tuesday, 27 January 2026

Streamlined agriculture rules to cut duplication and make it easier for farmers to drive down water pollution...

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Strong uptake for Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier agreements

Strong uptake for Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier agreements

Monday, 26 January 2026

£59m in Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier agreement extensions taken up by farmers...

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Reappointments to the Environment Agency Board

Reappointments to the Environment Agency Board

Tuesday, 13 January 2026

Sarah Mukherjee and Mark Suthern reappointed for twelve months...

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Sheep carcase classification rules to deliver fairer prices for farmers

Sheep carcase classification rules to deliver fairer prices for farmers

Tuesday, 13 January 2026

New rules mandating classification and price reporting for sheep carcases come into force, bringing sector in line with beef and pork...

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WTO General Council December 2025: UK Statement

WTO General Council December 2025: UK Statement

Monday, 12 January 2026

UK Statement at the World Trade Organization's General Council. Delivered by the UK's Permanent Representative to the WTO and the UN, Kumar Iyer....

New plans to improve welfare for laying hens and lambs

New plans to improve welfare for laying hens and lambs

Monday, 12 January 2026

New proposals to end the use of cages for laying hens and minimise pain during lamb castration and tail docking...

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Secretary of State's address to 2026 Oxford Farming Conference

Secretary of State's address to 2026 Oxford Farming Conference

Thursday, 08 January 2026

Environment Secretary Emma Reynolds delivered a speech at the 2026 Oxford Farming Conference...

Reynolds: Backing farmers with a new era of partnership to boost farm profitability

Reynolds: Backing farmers with a new era of partnership to boost farm profitability

Wednesday, 07 January 2026

Environment Secretary announces plans at Oxford Farming Conference focusing more support on smaller farms and those without an existing agreement to d...

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Powerful animated Cumbrian NFM film wins international prize

Powerful animated Cumbrian NFM film wins international prize

Monday, 05 January 2026

'Wood You Believe It' wins ‘Institute for the Promotion of Teaching Science and Technology (IPST) Education Award' in 'Science Film Festival' 2025....

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