We are the UK government department responsible for safeguarding our natural environment, supporting our world-leading food and farming industry, and sustaining a thriving rural economy. Our broad remit means we play a major role in people's day-to-day life, from the food we eat, and the air we breathe, to the water we drink.
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Saturday, 11 April 2026
Environment Secretary approves additional £1m of government funding to explore the reintroduction of golden eagles, restoring hopes they will return t...
Saturday, 11 April 2026
Find out about the latest bird flu situation in England and guidance for bird keepers and the public....
Friday, 10 April 2026
Two independent board members appointed for three-year terms...
Thursday, 09 April 2026
Five species ranging from turtle doves to rare diamond-backed spider will receive a major funding boost...
Thursday, 09 April 2026
The Environment Agency will take the helm as Lead Environmental Regulator to coordinate streamlined, joined-up advice. ...
Tuesday, 07 April 2026
Overview of current bluetongue cases, risk level, vaccinations and restrictions....
Tuesday, 07 April 2026
GCA sponsorship to move from DBT to Defra on 1 July 2026 to support a more joined-up approach to food supply chain fairness...
Tuesday, 07 April 2026
Strengthened UK-Japan trade arrangement slashes red tape for British organic exporters, cutting costs and bureaucracy ...
Friday, 03 April 2026
A total £90 million funding for species recovery across England...
Thursday, 02 April 2026
Mandatory housing measures for poultry and captive birds will be lifted in England and Wales from Thursday 9 April....
Wednesday, 01 April 2026
Two new board members have been appointed to the Agriculture and Horticulture Development Board...
Wednesday, 01 April 2026
The new board members will serve three-year terms...
Monday, 30 March 2026
Simpler Recycling to end years of confusion and deliver consistent collections...
Monday, 30 March 2026
Environment Secretary meets the French Minister of Agriculture and Food Sovereignty in Paris on 12 February...
Monday, 30 March 2026
Selection of local authorities in England awarded £155,000 each to improve food procurement practices ...
Thursday, 26 March 2026
Trail hunting is set to be banned in England and Wales....
Wednesday, 25 March 2026
The government has launched a competition to help deliver a second new national forest, as search begins for a location for a third...
Wednesday, 25 March 2026
Ministers and industry leaders convene first Farming & Food Board to drive profitability and put farm productivity at the heart of government....
Monday, 23 March 2026
New proposals to restrict recreational shooting of threatened wild birds...
Friday, 20 March 2026
Some of the worst illegal waste sites across England to be cleared, restoring pride in our communities...
Thursday, 19 March 2026
New plans aim to support British farmers by improving supply resilience to global market shocks and supporting innovation in the fertiliser sector....
Wednesday, 18 March 2026
New Action Plan to be published to tackle waste crime and restore pride in our towns and cities....
Wednesday, 18 March 2026
Current cases of foot and mouth disease, trade restrictions and risk level....
Wednesday, 18 March 2026
England’s first Land Use Framework sets out a plan for managing the country’s finite land to ensure the nation’s long-term resilience...
Wednesday, 18 March 2026
New law now in effect strengthening protections for sheep, cows and other farm animals saving famers thousands of pounds each year....
Tuesday, 17 March 2026
A case of Foot and Mouth disease has been detected in Greece....
Tuesday, 17 March 2026
Marian Spain’s retirement follows a career in environmental conservation and nature restoration spanning more than four decades...
Sunday, 15 March 2026
New powers will allow officers to intervene earlier and bring more criminals to justice...
Saturday, 14 March 2026
Litter louts trashing our high streets, roads and community spaces could face losing their driving licences ...
Friday, 13 March 2026
Major boost to sustainable development, as £100 million invested to speed up planning approvals...
Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street PM call with President Macron of France: 12 April 2026
Air Accidents Investigation Branch The AAIB has sent a team to Manchester
Department of Health and Social Care Letter to BMA Resident Doctors Committee
Prime Minister's Office, 10 Downing Street PM call with the Sultan of Oman: 12 April 2026
Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs Iconic golden eagles to make comeback in England
Department of Health and Social Care NHS experts deployed to tackle corridor care
Ministry of Defence Minister for Armed Forces speech at the London Defence Conference