Environment, Food and Agriculture News
UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man Award Winners
Organisations contributing to a more sustainable Isle of Man were rewarded at the third UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man Awards.
The awards celebrate those...
Thursday, 7 October 2021
Marine Drive: Biodiverse coastal habitat designated ASSI
Photo by Peter Christian
A stretch of the Island’s east coast has been designated as an Area of Special Scientific Interest (ASSI) to protect important...
Monday, 4 October 2021
Great Taste Awards 2021: Seven Island food and drink producers win
Eighteen food products made by seven different producers on the Isle of Man have been given the stamp of approval by leading experts at the Great Taste Awards...
Monday, 4 October 2021
Island celebrates local produce at Isle of Man Food & Drink Festival
More than 10,000 people sampled the delicious creations of more than 70 local producers at the Isle of Man Food and Drink Festival this weekend.
The...
Monday, 20 September 2021
Registration opens for Biosphere Bee Community Picnic 2022
UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man is inviting individuals and organisations to plan sustainable picnics that will link people with nature, promote local produce and...
Wednesday, 15 September 2021
Isle of Man Food & Drink Festival to showcase 70 local producers
Around 70 local producers will exhibit their mouth-watering creations at the Isle of Man Food & Drink Festival in the Villa Marina Gardens in Douglas on 18...
Thursday, 2 September 2021
Food labelling law will protect allergy sufferers
Food businesses will be legally required to provide a full list of ingredients, which highlights the presence of common allergens, on foods that are...
Thursday, 26 August 2021
UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man launches new strategy
A strategy published today by UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man will benefit the economy, environment and community.
‘Working Together for a Sustainable Future’ is...
Thursday, 12 August 2021
Lantern and balloon release ban can safeguard wildlife
A ban on the outdoor release of sky lanterns and helium balloonswill safeguard wildlife, combat litter and prevent avoidable fires.
The Sky Lanterns and...
Wednesday, 11 August 2021
Crab and lobster minimum landing size set to increase
The minimum size of crabs and lobsters caught in Isle of Man waters will increase on 1 September 2021 as part of measures to ensure the long-term future of the...
Wednesday, 11 August 2021