Environment, Food and Agriculture News
Entries invited for new Guide to Isle of Man Food and Drink
The latest Guide to Isle of Man Food and Drink is expected to be the biggest ever.
An updated guide will be published by the Department of Environment, Food...
Monday, 5 December 2016
Christmas offer to Curraghs Wildlife Park visitors
The Curragh’s Wildlife Park is welcoming visitors with a Christmas offer – half price admission in December and January.
It is also reminding visitors that its...
Wednesday, 30 November 2016
Revised fees for disposal of fridges and freezers
Charges for disposing of a fridge or freezer at the Island’s civic amenity sites are set to increase with effect from Thursday 1 December.
A revised fees...
Wednesday, 30 November 2016
Marketing workshops for food and drink businesses
Food and drink businesses are invited to sign up for marketing workshops being run by the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture (DEFA).
The workshops...
Monday, 28 November 2016
Sponsors sought for Isle of Man Food & Drink Festival
Sponsors are sought for the award-winning Isle of Man Food and Drink Festival.
The festival, run by the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture...
Monday, 28 November 2016
Vessel skipper fined for unlawful fishing in Manx waters
The latest prosecution of a vessel skipper reiterates the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture’s (DEFA’s) determination to manage and regulate...
Monday, 28 November 2016
Construction companies reminded to safeguard against trespassers
Construction companies are being reminded to secure unattended building sites and ensure risks to trespassers who do gain access are minimised.
The Health and...
Wednesday, 23 November 2016
Daily catch limit for king scallop fishery
A temporary daily limit is being introduced for the Island’s king scallop fishery with effect from Tuesday 15 November, following concerns over unsustainable...
Monday, 14 November 2016
Effective enforcement essential for confidence in planning system
Effective enforcement is essential to maintain public confidence in the planning system.
That is the message from Tim Baker MHK, Member of the Department of...
Thursday, 10 November 2016
Management measures could boost number of visiting anglers
Safeguarding bass could boost angling as a sport in the Island, benefiting the economy.
Recreational Sea Fishing (Bass) Regulations 2016 will be laid before...
Wednesday, 9 November 2016
