Environment, Food and Agriculture News
Thousands receive free energy-saving upgrades
More than 2,000 homes have now installed free energy-saving upgrades as part of the Isle of Man Government’s Energy Efficiency Scheme (EES).
The EES launched...
Monday, 24 July 2023
Bird flu confirmed in dead seabird on Manx beach
People are asked not to touch sick or dead birds or animals after a washed up guillemot tested positive for highly pathogenic avian influenza.
Around 70...
Wednesday, 19 July 2023
Isle of Man single-use plastic ban just months away
Businesses are reminded that a range of common single-use (SUP) plastics items, such as straws and carrier bags, will be banned on the Isle of Man in three...
Wednesday, 19 July 2023
Nigel Davis appointed Chair of Isle of Man Meat Plant
Nigel Davis has been appointed Chair of the Isle of Man Meat Company, which operates the Island’s only meat plant.
Mr Davis has previously worked as...
Thursday, 13 July 2023
New Manx herring quota provides ‘once-in-a-generation opportunity’
A new Isle of Man herring quota that follows two years of constructive post-Brexit discussions will provide a “once-in-a-generation opportunity” for the Manx...
Monday, 3 July 2023
Government and Wildlife Groups team-up over rare Risso’s dolphin stranding
A female Risso’s dolphin has been found dead by a member of the public after it washed up on Kirk Michael beach last week.
The 2.3 metre long juvenile had no...
Monday, 12 June 2023
Isle of Man rum gets Harrods boost
Rum distilled in the Isle of Man is being sold in Harrods as local distillery Outlier continues its London takeover.
The bright, art-led labels of white rum...
Monday, 15 May 2023
Don’t let your bus ticket become litter
Don’t let your bus ticket litter our Biosphere.
That’s the message from UNESCO Biosphere Isle of Man and Bus Vannin.
Posters are appearing on buses urging...
Thursday, 4 May 2023
Young Nature Writer 2023 competition launched
Young people are invited to connect with and write about nature this spring and summer – and they may have their work published and win prizes.
Young Nature...
Monday, 1 May 2023
Sulby Claddagh: Consultation to gather views on future plans
Individuals, camping enthusiasts and community groups can now share their views on the future of the Sulby Claddagh, where camping will be permitted from next...
Tuesday, 18 April 2023