
April Deadline Looming for NVZ / Holding Nitrogen Limits
With the 30th April deadline approaching, farmers in England and Wales are reminded of the requirement to complete their NVZ and whole-holding nitrogen record.
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With the 30th April deadline approaching, farmers in England and Wales are reminded of the requirement to complete their NVZ and whole-holding nitrogen record.

Every four years, Defra reviews Nitrate Vulnerable Zones (NVZs) to reflect changes in nitrate concentrations. NVZs are designated areas at risk of agricultural nitrate pollution.

The Welsh government recently confirmed that it will delay the rollout of its controversial 170kg per hectare annual holding nitrogen limit rule, to 31st October 2023.

We are still waiting for confirmation on an official opening date for 2023 grassland derogation applications in England, but it has been confirmed that they will go ahead.

Welsh agricultural compliance specialist Emily Wilson explains what farmers need to be aware of and how best to approach these challenging new rules.