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Norfolk FWAG Farm Conservation Awards Open for 2026 Entries

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Getting Stuck Into Great Crested Newt Surveys

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What the LEAF Marque Standard Means for Farmers in 2026 

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The First Five Years of District Level Licensing

Author: Abigail Dent Natural England’s District Level Licensing (DLL) scheme has now been running for five years, delivering a strategic approach to creating and restoring high-quality pond habitats where they can have the greatest ecological impact. The scheme funds compensatory habitat for Great Crested Newts, offsetting the loss of ponds

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Pictured: James Tallowin (centre), winner of the 2025 competition showing the judges around his farm.

We are pleased to announce that nominations are now open for the Ian MacNicol Farm Conservation Award, which recognises outstanding commitment to conservation and environmental stewardship on Norfolk farms.

The award celebrates farmers and land managers who are making a positive difference for wildlife, landscapes and natural resources, while continuing to run productive and resilient farming businesses. It honours the legacy of Ian MacNicol, a respected figure in Norfolk farming and conservation, whose work championed practical, farmer-led approaches to caring for the countryside.

Norfolk FWAG is inviting nominations from farmers, landowners, advisors and members of the public who know of a farm demonstrating excellence in conservation on farmland. Entries can be made via a short Microsoft Forms survey

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Farm Walk Date Confirmed for 2025 Winner:

The 2025 winner of the award was James Tallowin, of Willow Farm, Hickling, who demonstrated best-practice conservation measures complementing a conventional, food-producing farm. The farm walk will take place on the afternoon of Wednesday 10th June, and tickets can be found via the Norfolk FWAG website. Tickets are £10 per person, or free for Norfolk FWAG members.

Farm Walk TIckets