Welsh Government Rural Affairs

This is the official @WelshGovernment channel for rural affairs. Siarad Cymraeg? Dilynwch 👉 @LlCCefnGwlad

[Welsh Government Rural Affairs @WGRural]

The Avian Influenza Prevention Zone has now been lifted. The risk of bird flu remains but has reduced. Protect the health and welfare of your birds by adopting strict biosecurity measures at all times. https://t.co/XE4xBNDukI

[Welsh Government Rural Affairs @WGRural]

Rural Minister Llŷr Gruffydd met Sharon Hammond, Chair of the Bovine TB Programme Board, and Board members incl. Prof Glyn Hewinson (Chair, TB Technical Advisory Group)

We’ll work with, and draw on the expertise of both groups as we implement a new approach to managing bovine TB

[Dogs Trust 💛🐶 @DogsTrust]

Pool party 💦🐶
Hydration: achieved
Keeping cool: achieved
Chaos: also achieved

@DT_Darlington

[Video description: a montage of video clips of dogs playing in the water, keeping cool in paddling pools and with a hose.]

[Welsh Government Rural Affairs @WGRural]

New Minister, new direction. Introducing the Cabinet Minister for Rural Resilience and Sustainability, Llyr Gruffydd.

[Welsh Government Rural Affairs @WGRural]

The rules for holding a bird gathering in Wales have changed.
Poultry and other captive bird gatherings are now permitted under a general licence. Any gathering including Anseriformes (ducks, geese and swans) will require a specific licence.
Check here: https://t.co/W7mdtwTKNy

[Welsh Government Rural Affairs @WGRural]

We have entered the pre-election period ahead of the Senedd Election on 7 May, so we'll be pausing posts on this channel. We may still post urgent notifiable animal disease alerts where necessary. We'll be back after the election. https://t.co/Sk7IcVHwho

[Welsh Government Rural Affairs @WGRural]

Melissa Charles-Davies has been appointed Chair of the Agricultural Advisory Panel for Wales.

The Panel plays an important role in providing independent advice to Welsh Ministers on agricultural wages and related matters.

[Welsh Government @WelshGovernment]

Our social media accounts must operate differently as we approach the Senedd Election on 7 May.

Election rules mean there are limits on what we can post and respond to from our social media channels in the period before the election.
https://t.co/HDgls1nnR9

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

If you suspect a notifiable disease in your animals, you must report it immediately by calling:

📞 03000 200 301 if you’re in England
📞 03003 038 268 if you’re in Wales
📞 your local Field Services Office if you’re in Scotland

https://t.co/sxvmk4i31w

[Welsh Government Rural Affairs @WGRural]

Keep up to date with the latest information: https://t.co/eZfDe7bAXk

[Welsh Government Rural Affairs @WGRural]

Housing measures for poultry and flocks of 50 or more captive birds in will be lifted on Thursday 9 April.

Bird owners should prepare their ranges and outside areas now, and continue to practice rigorous hygiene and biosecurity.

https://t.co/nSksGPSFDm

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

#Poultry & captive birds in England and Wales can go outside from 09 April 2026 – unless you're in a 3km Protection or Captive Bird Monitoring (Controlled) Zone.
The Avian Influenza Prevention Zone with mandatory biosecurity requirements remains in place.

[Welsh Government Rural Affairs @WGRural]

The all-Wales Avian Influenza Prevention Zone, including mandatory biosecurity measures will remain in place.

Biosecurity self-assessment checklists for keepers of small poultry flocks, commercial poultry and game birds are freely available here:

https://t.co/VwBosVBCgL..

[SeaFit® @FishMishSeaFit]

Our recent health events in Wales helped many fishermen, but the help doesn't stop there. You can access free confidential mental health and physio services directly @thefishmish @seahospital @Welsh_Fishermen @WG_fisheries @WGRural

[Welsh Government Rural Affairs @WGRural]

Benchmarking is relevant for animal health and welfare where you can monitor activities such as age at first calving or ewe scanning.

This will help you adopt smarter and more sustainable farming practices.

Read more: https://t.co/HhTQfxtjCU

#SupportingOurFarmers

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

Did you know that some devastating diseases can survive in food products for long periods of time? Find out how to protect our farm animals from diseases such as #Africanswinefever and #footandmouth.

https://t.co/StIADrCrad

[APHA @APHAgovuk]

If you are travelling abroad during the Easter break, don’t risk bringing plants, seeds, flowers, fruit or vegetables back to the United Kingdom (UK). They can carry pests and diseases that would destroy UK plants, trees and crops. https://t.co/eO1O2pqGsw

[Welsh Government Rural Affairs @WGRural]

🎥 In this video, a farmer explains his experience with the Sustainable Farming Scheme and how it has evolved over time.

Read more:

https://t.co/HhTQfxtjCU

#SupportingOurFarmers

[Welsh Government Rural Affairs @WGRural]

Habitats can enhance your farm in many ways 🐝

As part of the Sustainable Farming Scheme, at least 10% of your farm must be managed as habitat.

Read more: https://t.co/HhTQfxtjCU

[Welsh Government Rural Affairs @WGRural]

Herbal leys are great for farms as they keep livestock healthy during grazing season.

As part of the SFS, herbal leys should be retained for 3 years or meet the scheme requirement for 10% habitat on each farm.

Find out more: https://t.co/HhTQfxtjCU

#SupportingOurFarmers