Environment, Food and Agriculture News

New measures to improve planning system announced

Plans to make the Isle of Man’s planning system more accessible and easier to use have been unveiled as part of an ambitious programme. The actions are part of...
Wednesday, 21 September 2022

Isle of Man Food & Drink Festival to go ahead this weekend

The Isle of Man Food and Drink Festival will go ahead this weekend at the Villa Marina Gardens in Douglas, after careful consideration. The two-day festival...
Monday, 12 September 2022

Biosphere youth representatives sought

Are you a young person aged 18 to 24 with a passion for ensuring the Isle of Man has a sustainable future? Are you willing to give up some time to listen to...
Monday, 5 September 2022

Isle of Man retailers support anti-littering message

Retailers in the Isle of Man are reminding customers not to litter our UNESCO Biosphere using messages on till receipts. Robinson’s Prospect Terrace, Douglas,...
Wednesday, 17 August 2022

Countryside wildfire warning due to tinder dry conditions

People are asked not to light fires or barbeques in the countryside as the dry conditions have increased the risk they pose to people and wildlife. The...
Friday, 12 August 2022

Bird of prey died from avian influenza on Isle of Man

A bird of prey found in Peel this week died from avian influenza, tests have confirmed. The peregrine falcon is the seventh bird confirmed to have died from...
Friday, 12 August 2022

Hairpin Woodland Park to connect new audiences with nature

A plantation in Ramsey is to be transformed into a nature-rich native woodland that benefits people and wildlife, with areas for recreation, exploration and...
Thursday, 11 August 2022

Great Taste Awards 2022: Manx Food and drink producers scoop global awards

Isle of Man producers have seen a record number of culinary creations win at the world’s most coveted food and drink awards, which are based entirely on...
Thursday, 4 August 2022

Bally’s Interactive dishes out support for Isle of Man Food and Drink Festival

The much-loved Isle of Man Food and Drink Festival will return to the Villa Marina Gardens in Douglas this September, with headline sponsorship from local...
Tuesday, 2 August 2022

Shellfish fisherman fined for undersized lobsters

Local fishermen are being reminded of the minimum landing size of shellfish caught in Manx waters after a local man was fined £10,000 for being in possession of...
Monday, 1 August 2022