Environment, Food and Agriculture News
Blueprint for managing the landscape for generations to come
A blueprint for managing the Island’s unique and diverse landscape for generations to come has been published by the Department of Environment, Food and...
Friday, 8 July 2016
Strategy means Island will be better prepared for flooding and coastal erosion
The first ever National Strategy on Sea Defences, Flooding and Coastal Erosion goes before Tynwald for approval this month.
The strategy means the Island is...
Thursday, 7 July 2016
Public consulted over measures to ensure king scallop sustainability
The public is being asked for its views over proposals to improve the sustainability of the Manx king scallop fishery.
The king scallop season runs from...
Wednesday, 6 July 2016
Events celebrate importance of marine reserve
Nine days of events will celebrate the importance of the Ramsey Marine Nature Reserve.
The reserve was established five years ago by the Department of...
Thursday, 30 June 2016
Importance to economy of dining out highlighted as chef finalists are announced
The importance to the Island’s economy of eating out is being highlighted by the Minister for Environment, Food and Agriculture.
Richard Ronan MHK today...
Friday, 17 June 2016
Island hosts Biosphere gathering
The Island has been chosen to host the biannual meeting of the UK UNESCO Man and the Biosphere (MAB) Committee this Friday 17 June.
This important event comes...
Monday, 13 June 2016
Targeting greenhouse gas emissions will benefit economy and environment
The economy and the environment will benefit from initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
The Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture (DEFA)...
Thursday, 9 June 2016
Department decides against introduction of red squirrels
Red squirrels will not be introduced to the Manx countryside in the immediate future.
At present, red squirrels can’t be brought to the Island except under...
Wednesday, 8 June 2016
Signage will help visitors get more from popular beauty spot
Signage will help visitors get more from popular beauty spot
New signage will enhance visitors’ enjoyment and understanding of Langness peninsula.
A large...
Sunday, 22 May 2016
Knockaloe tenancy ‘a unique opportunity’
Submissions are to be sought from those interested in leasing Knockaloe Farm.
The plan presents an exciting opportunity for a private investor to breathe new...
Friday, 20 May 2016