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Changes to Bluetongue restrictions confirmed for Autumn sales & markets
Important changes to the Bluetongue restrictions currently in place in Wales will come into effect two weeks today.
Deputy First Minister Feasts on Success at Royal Welsh Show Food Showcase
The Deputy First Minister with responsibility for climate change and rural affairs toured the flagship Food & Drink Wales Business Lounge at the Royal Welsh Show, today [Tuesday 22 July] witnessing firsthand how Welsh Government support is delivering major commercial opportunities for food and drink businesses across Wales.
‘Magnificent showcase’ of Royal Welsh not possible without our farmers – Deputy First Minister
As the Royal Welsh Show gets underway in Llanelwedd, the Deputy First Minister with responsibility for Climate Change and Rural Affairs, Huw Irranca-Davies has praised farmers for being the ‘backbone of our rural communities’.
New relationship between people of Wales and farmers
“This is a Scheme for the whole of Wales – A whole farm, whole nation approach” – Deputy First Minister, Huw Irranca-Davies.
Bluetongue restrictions eased for livestock movements to approved ‘red markets’ in Wales
The introduction of Bluetongue Approved Red Markets will allow greater flexibility for farmers and auctioneers while maintaining disease controls.
Second Wales Rural Crime Strategy builds on success to strengthen protection
- Ambitious three-year strategy builds on successful joint approach between Welsh Government and police to tackle rural and wildlife crime
- Heritage crime becomes new priority area as Wales steps up protection of historical sites and cultural assets
- Gwent Police announces expansion of rural crime team to strengthen enforcement capabilities across the region
Welsh marine environment boosted by pioneering fishing gear recycling scheme
More than 15 tonnes of end-of-life fishing gear has been recycled since 2023 through Wales' pioneering nationwide recycling initiative, helping protect marine environments and boost recycling rates.
Bluetongue control measures in Wales
The Welsh Government has outlined the measures which will be in place for the active transmission period of Bluetongue.
Welsh Government extends funding for coastal capacity building
• Coastal Capacity Building Scheme extended for two years to support fisheries and coastal communities with sustainable growth and diversification
• Eleven successful projects already strengthening connections between people and nature across Wales
• Funding will build local skills and networks for nature recovery in coastal areas
Deputy First Minister visits award-winning climate-friendly beef farm
Deputy First Minister with responsibility for Climate Change and Rural Affairs, Huw Irranca-Davies has visited an award-winning Anglesey farm to see how sustainable farming practices are creating a blueprint for climate-friendly food production in Wales.
Partnership approach is driving progress for Wales’ TB eradication programme
Wales is making headway in its TB Eradication Programme through a strengthened partnership approach that is delivering positive changes in government policy for farmers while tackling the disease.
Support for nature-friendly farming across Wales’ most treasured landscapes
An innovative new scheme will provide farmers working in National Parks and National Landscapes (formerly Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty - AONBs) in Wales with practical assistance and dedicated funding for projects that support nature to recover and thrive.