Environment, Food and Agriculture News

Isle of Man trials new fisheries data management system

Staff in the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture’s Fisheries Directorate are trialling a new fisheries data management system before it is adopted...
Friday, 2 June 2017

Young adults invited to represent Island at UNESCO Biosphere forum

Young adults are invited to apply to represent the Isle of Man at a major global youth forum discussing sustainability. The event, being held in Italy from...
Wednesday, 24 May 2017

Agreement on marine mammal conservation extended to Island

An international agreement on whale, dolphin and porpoise conservation has been extended to the Island – complementing the excellent work already being done...
Friday, 19 May 2017

Department to invite formal tenders for running meat plant

Formal tenders are to be sought from operators wishing to run the Island’s meat plant or to provide equivalent services from alternative on-Island...
Wednesday, 17 May 2017

Show your support for local food and drink with a sticker

Show your support for Isle of Man food and drink as you travel around the Island and further afield.  That is the invitation from the Department of...
Tuesday, 16 May 2017

Dog owners reminded to clean up after their pets

Dog owners are reminded it’s an offence not to clean up after their pets while out walking. The reminder comes as legislation making it compulsory to...
Monday, 15 May 2017

Brexit and environment challenges discussed at Environment Ministers’ meeting

The Island’s Environment Minister has welcomed the opportunity to engage with opposite numbers from the UK’s Overseas Territories and Crown...
Friday, 5 May 2017

Distinctive label will help Manx produce stand out from the crowd

Manx produce will stand out from the crowd thanks to a new food label launched today. The provenance label, featuring the outline of the Island and the Three...
Thursday, 4 May 2017

Guide to Isle of Man food and drink shows growth in sector

The most comprehensive guide yet to Isle of Man food and drink is published today (Wednesday) – demonstrating the growth in the sector. ‘Food Matters: Your...
Thursday, 4 May 2017

Pop up shop boost local producers and sends Manx message to world

Cruise passengers will take away more than fond memories of their visit to the Isle of Man this summer. From this weekend, a pop-up shop situated near the...
Monday, 24 April 2017