Briefings

The updated Food Strategy for England outlines ten priority outcomes to strengthen food security, sustainability and innovation without introducing new targets, but building on existing policies and frameworks.

The UK Government has launched a public consultation to extend transitional registration deadlines under UK REACH, recognising that current deadlines are unfeasible. 

The anticipated window for new entrants to apply for the new Climate Change Agreement scheme has been delayed.

AIC is delighted to announce that the first annual AIC Pulses Dinner will be held on Thursday, 22 January 2026.

AIC is seeking Members views to inform their response to Defra’s call for evidence on expanding the role of the private sector in nature recovery.

AIC samples from the 2024 harvest of stored wheat, barley, oats, wheatfeed and oatfeed are now published.

The BASIS Seed Sellers Certificate is a three-day course equipping professionals with the knowledge to advise on treated seed responsibly.

Additional duties will be applied to Russian and Belarussian Nitrogen fertiliser from 18 July 2025.

The Bracken Control Group (BCG) is to close after fourteen years of operation. The group was formed in 2011 as a focus for collecting and collating evidence about bracken: as a plant, its threats, and management options.

The AIC welcomes the UK Government's new Trade Strategy, setting out its approach to supporting international trade and economic growth.

The HSE and EA have implemented new cost recovery rates for COMAH-related activities. These changes came into effect in April 2025.