To help farmers and land managers to comply with the requirements of the regulations.
Documents
The Water Resources (Control of Agricultural Pollution) (Wales) Regulations 2021: guidance for farmers and land managers , file type: PDF, file size: 1 MB
Details
We announced regulatory measures to address agricultural pollution on 27 January 2021. The regulations will apply to all farms across Wales and come into force on 1 April 2021.
There will be transitional periods for some measures to 1 January 2023 and 1 August 2024.
The guidance and frequently asked questions provide information and templates to assist with compliance.
Îʶ¦ÓéÀÖare providing a 4-month extension to the implementation of the annual 170kg/ha limit for nitrogen from livestock manure averaged over the holding, either directly deposited by the animal or by spreading. This requirement will now apply from 30 April 2023.
The Îʶ¦ÓéÀÖis consulting on proposals for a licensing scheme to allow a higher annual limit for nitrogen application until 2025. The consultation document is here: Nutrient management: managing the application of livestock manures sustainably. The consultation closes on 17 February.