Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs - GOV.UK
We also support our world-leading food, farming and fishing industries. Defra is a ministerial department, supported by 35 agencies and public bodies .
Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs - GOV.UK
Although Defra only works directly in England, it works closely with the devolved administrations in Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, and generally leads on negotiations in the EU and ...
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May 30, 2017 · To contact us regarding policy enquiries (not covered by the above guidance) please email [email protected]
Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs - Wikipedia
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) is a ministerial department of the government of the United Kingdom. It is responsible for environmental protection, food production and standards, agriculture, fisheries and rural communities in the entire United Kingdom.
English farmland could be cut by 9% to hit green targets
Jan 31, 2025 · According to 2023 Defra figures, external, the UK is 62% self-sufficient for food, down from a high of 78% in 1984. If domestic production does decline over the next few years, England may need to ...
The Habitat Target: creating and restoring habitats across England
6 days ago · To achieve the habitat target, Defra is working with partners. In March 2024, Defra awarded a share of £25 million to 20 projects under the Species Survival Fund. The Species Survival Fund, administered by the National Lottery Heritage Fund on Defra’s behalf, aims to create and restore habitats including heathland, grassland, and wetlands.
English farmland could be cut by 9% to hit green targets - BBC
Jan 31, 2025 · According to 2023 Defra figures, the UK is 62% self-sufficient for food, down from a high of 78% in 1984. If domestic production does decline over the next few years, England may need to import ...
Local Nature Recovery Strategies: have your say – Farming
6 days ago · Farmers, growers and land managers play a vital role in tackling climate change, biodiversity loss and food security. Local Nature Recovery Strategies (LNRSs) will help focus these efforts by setting out where and how to take action for nature. With 48 strategies covering the whole of England, there’s still time to shape your local plan. In this post, we'll give an …
Farming – Updates from Defra's Farming and Countryside …
Jan 21, 2025 · This blog is managed by Defra’s Farming and Countryside Programme. On this blog, we explain the reforms to agricultural policy in England. We share what we’re working on, what we’re learning...
Land Use Consultation - Defra - Citizen Space
Jan 31, 2025 · [email protected]. Overview. The Government is consulting on our vision for land use in England and how to deliver it. This consultation will inform the development of a Land Use Framework. To submit your consultation response please: