Statutory guidance
Enforcing the Farming Rules for Water
Criteria for the Environment Agency to use when enforcing the Farming Rules for Water, particularly for autumn and winter applications of organic manures.
Applies to England
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The Secretary of State shares criteria for the Environment Agency to consider when assessing if they should take enforcement action under the Farming Rules for Water.
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Published 30 March 2022
Last updated 18 June 2025
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Guidance updated following a review by the Secretary of State for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs. The Secretary of State previously committed to reviewing the guidance before September 2025. Updated criteria for the Environment Agency to use when enforcing the Farming Rules for Water.
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Updated on 9 June 2022. Made minor text amends and removed reference to soil P index level 3 in section 2.2.
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First published.