Environment, Food and Agriculture News

Proposed changes to building regulations to go to July Tynwald

A number of proposed building regulation changes are to go before Tynwald this July. The changes would introduce regulations designed to improve energy...
Thursday, 4 July 2019

Plans to plant a tree for every Island resident announced

A five year tree planting strategy was announced yesterday (Wednesday 26 June) by the Chief Minister at the 40th Anniversary of the Isle of Man Arboretum. The...
Thursday, 27 June 2019

Further restrictions to queen scallop fishing season

Further restrictions to the queen scallop fishing quota will be introduced in Isle of Man territorial sea for the 2019 fishing season. A recent stock...
Monday, 24 June 2019

Talented chefs taste success with Manx produce

Island chefs are proving themselves in a competition highlighting the versatility of Manx food and drink. Sponsored by Robinson’s, the Isle of Man Chef of...
Monday, 24 June 2019

Miracle lemur celebrates first birthday

A lemur born to parents who survived a devastating fire in their enclosure is celebrating its first birthday at the Curraghs Wildlife Park. Named Phoenix by...
Friday, 21 June 2019

UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man marks national refill day

Refill your reusable water bottle with tap water while on the move, stay hydrated and help reduce plastic consumption and pollution. That is the message from...
Tuesday, 18 June 2019

Entries invited for UNESCO biosphere Isle of Man Awards

Entries are invited for the second UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man Awards, with categories for Energy, Economic Sustainability, Environment and Education/public...
Friday, 14 June 2019

Food Matters Business Accelerator Programme launched

Local food and drink businesses seeking to develop their retail grocery accounts and/or export business strategy are invited to attend a series of interactive...
Thursday, 23 May 2019

Initiatives to reduce residential carbon emissions announced

The Isle of Man Government has launched three initiatives to encourage the public to reduce their residential carbon emissions. Geoffrey Boot MHK, Minister for...
Monday, 20 May 2019

Hedgerow cutting reminder

The Isle of Man Government is reminding the public that hedgerows, sod banks and verges are important refuges for wildlife and unless there is a health and...
Friday, 17 May 2019