Slurry

An independent review into Wales' Control of Agricultural Pollution (CAP) regulations has published recommendations in five key areas. It found that an 'all-Wales' approach to the regulations was the right one

A pioneering £1 million project which will help transform dairy cow slurry into crop fertilisers and water has been launched by Harper Adams University and a team of industry partners

Campaign groups and celebrities accuse restaurant chain of 'killing our rivers'

Hydrogen sulphide, a deadly gas emitted by slurry, is responsible for farming fatalities every year

Often thought of as a tickbox exercise to conform with regulatory requirements, investing in a detailed nutrient plan can deliver significant benefits for dairy and livestock producers, with new technology now set to make the task significantly easier

"Though Mr Pearson was offered the opportunity to avoid a criminal conviction, he chose to ignore that, leading to this hearing"

Methane emissions from dairy farms higher than thought - but conversion to biogas could reduce emissions and save more than £400m a year in fuel costs

Somerset grower blames weather app claiming heavy rain was not predicted

In recognition of the ‘challenge' Welsh farmers have faced with compliance with the water and slurry storage regulations following the wet weather, the Cabinet Secretary confirmed amendments would be made to the Cross Compliance Verifiable Standards

All farmers in Wales are now required to comply with the pan-Wales Control of Agricultural Pollution regulations. Those utilising cattle slurry in particular will now be preparing for the closed period, which starts October 15