Environment, Food and Agriculture News

Grenaby Garey announced as 22nd Area of Special Scientific Interest (ASSI)

Grenaby Garey has been announced as the latest Area of Special Scientific Interest (ASSI) in the Isle of Man. The Garey, a Manx word for marshy grassland, is...
Tuesday, 7 May 2019

Port Soderick Glen

The Isle of Man Government has committed to reinstating areas affected by recent upgrade works at Port Soderick Glen. Working with Wildflowers of Man, DEFA will...
Saturday, 27 April 2019

Entries invited for Isle of Man Chef of the Year competition and the new Isle of Man Amateur Cook of the Year

Professional chefs and aspiring cooks with a passion for preparing dishes with local ingredients are invited to compete for the title of Isle of Man Chef of the...
Wednesday, 17 April 2019

Publication List 12.04.19

In accordance with the Orders and Regulations listed below, the most recent planning applications received and validated for publication are now available for...
Friday, 12 April 2019

Isle of Man plays significant role at international UNESCO Biosphere conference

The Isle of Man played a significant role in a UNESCO Man and the Biosphere Programme (MAB) EuroMAB conference in Dublin last week. EuroMAB (1 to 5 April) was...
Thursday, 11 April 2019

Dog owners reminded to keep dogs under control in the countryside and nature reserves

Dog owners are being reminded that dogs must be kept on their leads on the Ayres National Nature Reserve (NNR) between 1 April and the 31 July. This is to...
Tuesday, 9 April 2019

Great British Bake Off star is celebrity guest at the Isle of Man Food & Drink Festival

Selasi Gbormittah, a semi-finalist of 2016’s The Great British Bake Off, will be the celebrity guest at this year’s Isle of Man Food & Drink...
Tuesday, 2 April 2019

The Stars Group sponsors the 2019 Isle of Man Food & Drink Festival

The Stars Group has been announced as the main sponsor for the 2019 Isle of Man Food & Drink Festival.  This will be the third year that the e-Gaming...
Monday, 25 March 2019

Public feedback sought on climate change mitigation

The Isle of Man Government has launched a consultation on a new strategy for climate change mitigation 2020-2030.  The consultation provides an opportunity for...
Wednesday, 20 March 2019

Local food & drink businesses to fly the Island’s flag at the International Food & Drink Event 2019

The Isle of Man will be represented by eight local businesses at the International Food & Drink Event (IFE) 2019. Isle of Man Meats, Isle of Man Creamery,...
Wednesday, 13 March 2019