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Deposit Return Scheme for Wales approved to tackle litter and drive reuse

The Senedd has voted in favour of new regulations that will establish a Deposit Return Scheme (DRS) in Wales from October 2027.

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Welsh Farmers gain new tools to build resilient, sustainable farms: Overview of Optional and Collaborative Layers of the Sustainable Farming Scheme published.

Farmers across Wales will have access to a wider range of support to improve the resilience and sustainability of their farm businesses, which is outlined in today’s publication of the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS): Optional and Collaborative Layers overview. 

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£3 Million Secured to Continue Welsh Sheep Genetics Programme

The Welsh Government has confirmed £3 million of funding over the next three financial years to continue the Welsh Sheep Genetics Programme (WSGP), supporting Welsh sheep farmers to improve efficiency, productivity and environmental performance.  

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The Senedd votes to ban Greyhound racing in Wales to protect animal welfare

The Senedd has today voted in favour of protecting greyhounds in Wales from the harms of racing. The Bill will prohibit greyhound racing in Wales.  

DFM and Secretary of State for Wales, Jo Stevens.

Welsh and UK Governments reaffirm joint commitment to coal tip safety

The Welsh and UK Governments have today reaffirmed their joint commitment to coal tip safety and the responsible management of Wales’ mining legacy by resuming the Disused Mine and Quarry Tips Task Force.

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Nature Estate Cymru launches to protect Wales' land and climate

Wales' major landowners are uniting for the first time to tackle the climate and nature emergencies, with the new group set up to drive tree planting and meet targets to protect 30% of land for nature by 2030.

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Welsh Farmers to Access Low-Interest Green Loans

Welsh farming businesses will be able to access affordable finance to modernise their operations and cut carbon emissions, under a new loan scheme to be launched by the Welsh Government and delivered by the Development Bank of Wales later this year. 

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Ffermio Bro: Locally led actions deliver nature recovery

Welsh farmers will benefit from a £6.5 million funding boost after the Ffermio Bro scheme delivered remarkable results in its first year. 

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Wales launches the Llwybr Coedwig Cymru Trail - the first 80km stretch of the National Forest for Wales

The Welsh Government has today launched the first section of a new 80km forest trail - a significant milestone for the National Forest for Wales.

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Apply now: Sustainable Farming Scheme opens for Welsh farmers

Welsh farmers will be able to apply for the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS) for the first time, as the Single Application Form (SAF) opens today, 2 March 2026.

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Record £85m flood investment announced as Deputy First Minister visits Cardiff coastal defence scheme

The Welsh Government has announced a record-breaking £85m investment in flood and coastal erosion risk management for this year - the highest annual allocation ever delivered in Wales. 

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Higher Payments Available: Welsh Government Rewards Early Tree Planting with Enhanced Grants

Landowners and farmers across Wales can apply for enhanced tree planting grants from next week, with a new £825 per hectare incentive payment available for native broadleaf woodland creation.