Research: Bird flu (avian influenza): findings in non-avian wildlife
Confirmed findings of influenza of avian origin in non-avian wild mammals.
Consultation outcome: Environment Act 2021: environmental targets
Seeking views on new targets under the Environment Act 2021 to improve the natural environment.
Guidance: Keeping horses commercially
How to meet expected welfare, health and safety standards in the horse industry if keeping horses for commercial purposes in the UK.
Press release: Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier application window opens for 2024 agreements
Farmers and land managers can now submit new applications for the Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier.
Statistics: Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs – Statistics at Defra
We publish national and official statistics relating to the environment, rural communities, food, farming and biosecurity.