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http://www.gov.uk/defra 23-06-2009 19:10:42
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From 30 April, we will introduce new #ImportControls at UK borders, including checks on animal products, plants, and plant products from the EU.
These checks will protect the UK from potentially harmful pests and diseases.
Find out more here: gov.uk/government/pub…
We’ve launched a fund to help groups of farmers investigate how they can better manage water for use in time of drought.
It will support around 20 studies and identify opportunities to build on successful projects like Felixstowe Hydrocycle.
Learn more: defrafarming.blog.gov.uk/2024/04/22/app…
Good to join 100+ farming leaders at the NFU Council today.
Useful to hear more about challenges many face with this year's extremely wet conditions.
Grateful for the constructive approach and will continue to work with NFU President Tom Bradshaw & team to support our farmers.
This week Steve Barclay met with students and academics at Plumpton College 🍷
He announced that we've set aside £1.5m for a Future Winemakers' Scheme and launched a consultation on our latest wine reforms.
Have your say by 10 May:
gov.uk/government/new…
It was great to meet Minister Charlie McConalogue yesterday to discuss the UK’s cooperation with Ireland on agriculture and trade 🇬🇧🇮🇪
It’s essential that our two governments continue to work together to support our world-class farmers and agrifood industries 🚜🌾
Great visit to Plumpton College yesterday to speak at the Wines of Great Britain Conference For Growth and launch a consultation on our latest wine reforms🍷
I also announced £1.5 million in support for education in the sector and to build careers through Defra’s Future Winemakers Scheme.