
Autumn Manure Spreading RPS252
At the beginning of August this year, the Environment Agency announced their interpretation of ‘Rule 1a’ which forms part of the Farming Rules for Water.
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At the beginning of August this year, the Environment Agency announced their interpretation of ‘Rule 1a’ which forms part of the Farming Rules for Water.

Farmers need to take care when storing, transporting, using and disposing of chemicals to ensure their own safety, their neighbours’ safety and that of the environment.

The Environment Agency has launched a consultation seeking views on their proposed charging approach for water resources abstraction and impounding licensing.

Defra have stated that some farmers will be given the opportunity to appeal the 2024 NVZ decision over the coming months.

Defra officials have announced the launch of a grant funding scheme to improve slurry storage. Funding applications will be open Autumn 2022.