Environment, Food and Agriculture News
Public reminded of protected wildlife responsibilities
The public are being reminded of their responsibilities if they encounter animals protected under the Wildlife Act 1990.
It follows recent sightings of...
Tuesday, 12 June 2018
Showcase of Manx produce at the heart of the TT action
The Isle of Man’s expanding range of home-grown and reared food and drink is once again at the heart of the TT with the return of the ‘Artisan Island’ food tent...
Friday, 1 June 2018
Work to sustain Island’s marine environment showcased to international audience
The Isle of Man’s work to sustain its marine environment has been successfully showcased at an international UNESCO biosphere event.
Dr Peter Duncan, Senior...
Thursday, 31 May 2018
Drier weather means serious risk of fire
With the warmer, drier weather the Island has been enjoying, the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture (DEFA) and the Isle of Man Fire and Rescue...
Friday, 25 May 2018
New recovery ladders for Island’s fishing fleet improve safety
New ‘man overboard’ recovery ladders are being distributed to the Isle of Man’s fishing fleet under a grant from the Department of Environment, Food and...
Wednesday, 23 May 2018
New campaign to shop local highlights power of pound in the pocket
A new campaign highlighting the wider economic benefits of buying local produce has launched.
Featuring artwork by local illustrator Alice Quayle, the campaign...
Monday, 21 May 2018
Public asked to help select new Manx national dish
The search is on for the public’s favourite Isle of Man produce which will claim the title of the new Manx ‘national dish’.
Whether its kippers, queenies,...
Tuesday, 8 May 2018
Action plan to modernise the Island’s planning system
The Isle of Man Government has today published an action plan to modernise the planning system and make it more dynamic, flexible and responsive.
The action...
Thursday, 3 May 2018
Public asked to be vigilant with threat of Asian hornet to Island
The help and vigilance of the Manx public is vital to tackling the threat posed to the Isle of Man by Asian hornets, set out in a new action plan published by...
Tuesday, 1 May 2018
Curraghs Wildlife Park closed today following fire
The Curraghs Wildlife Park in Ballaugh will be closed today (Thursday, 26 April 2018) following a fire overnight.
The Isle of Man Fire and Rescue Service was...
Thursday, 26 April 2018
