Department for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs (DEFRA)

The Department for Environment, Food, and Rural Affairs (DEFRA) establishes and implements regulations and policies for the environment, food, and rural affairs in the UK. Learn more about DEFRA’s full history and scope on Wikipedia.

DEFRA partners with 34 agencies, multiple industries, and communities across the UK. To ensure its policies are based on evidence from various disciplines, DEFRA conducts extensive research and analysis. Businesses importing food and agricultural goods into the UK must ensure compliance with DEFRA regulations alongside their customs declarations.