Peat

Views sought on ending the sale of peat in Scotland

Agri-Business

Views sought on ending the sale of peat in Scotland

The government has opened a consultation on ending the sale of peat in Scotland, to protect peatlands and reduce carbon emissions.

Enforcement body to over see horticultural peat ban 'likely' - Defra

Environment

Enforcement body to over see horticultural peat ban 'likely' - Defra

Defra has said that it is "likely" that an enforcement body will be appointed to oversee enforcement of the ban on horticultural peat sales.

Wales to end the retail sale of peat

Agri Politics

Wales to end the retail sale of peat

The retail sale of peat in horticulture will end in Wales, Rural Affairs Minister Lesley Griffiths has announced.

Sale of peat to amateur gardeners to be banned in England

Arable

Sale of peat to amateur gardeners to be banned in England

The sale of peat and peat-containing products to amateur gardeners in England will be banned in 2024, the government has announced today.

Views sought on potential peat ban for amateur horticulture sector

Environment

Views sought on potential peat ban for amateur horticulture sector

The government has today (Saturday, December 18) published a consultation on potential plans to ban the use of peat in horticulture in England and Wales by the end of this Parliament.

Beef

3 alternative options to straw for livestock bedding this winter

3 alternative options to straw for livestock bedding this winter