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Dairy and beef

Around 42,300 beef and dairy farms in England and Wales manage over 160,000 square kilometres of land

For the past decade we have been working successfully with land managers to minimise point-source (direct) discharges of pollution to water courses. This has solved countless problems, but some remain.

Diffuse pollution often arises from agricultural sources and puts 80 per cent of our rivers and much of our groundwater at risk. This can be reduced by adopting best farming practices.

Further information for dairy or beef farmers:

  • Best Farming Practices

    Practical ideas to help you reduce costs, while protecting soil and water.

  • Environmental stewardship

    Environmental stewardship encourages farmers to apply their land management skills and make improvements on their farms that will benefit the environment for people and wildlife.