Defra Reveals Export Opportunities for UK Food Sector
The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) has made a significant announcement: British food producers are poised to capitalize on export opportunities totaling...
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“Major Shifts at Defra: New Environment Secretary and Farming Minister Appointed”
In a significant cabinet reshuffle, Reed, who assumed the role of Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs in July 2024 following the...
FDF Welcomes Accurate Data on Illustrative Base Fees from Defra
In late December, Defra unveiled updated illustrative base fees for EPR, providing a definitive figure instead of a range. The Food and Drink Federation (FDF)...
Defra Suspends Implementation of ‘Not for EU’ Labeling
The Department for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs (Defra) has officially announced that it will not move forward with the mandatory introduction of ‘not for...
Defra Updates Egg Labelling Regulations to Reduce Costs for Producers
The Department of Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs (Defra) has announced a significant change affecting egg producers and packers: they will no longer be required...
IMTA calls for increased transparency on BTOM vetting procedures from Defra
IMTA, alongside the wider industry, has been urging Defra to provide essential details on the Border Target Operating Model (BTOM) to help the sector adequately...
OPRL celebrates new clarity from Defra on labelling for EPR
OPRL is pleased to announce that its ‘Recycle’ label is already compliant with the new extended producer responsibility (EPR) for packaging rules, as confirmed by...
What is the impact of Defra’s new labelling proposals on Britain?
The recent announcement by Defra on new labelling proposals is a significant step towards improving country of origin labelling. This move comes after Defra’s call...
Taxpayer Bill for ‘Bungled’ DRS Consultations Kept Secret by Defra
Defra, the Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs, has acknowledged that including plastic bottles, glass bottles, and metal cans in its preferred option for...