Burning straw and stubble: explaining the burning ban in relation to arable fields

Environment

Please note that this guidance is intended to be used for general information purposes only, is not intended to be a definitive guide to the law and cannot be a substitute for independent advice. NFU members can obtain free initial legal and professional advice from NFU CallFirst on 0370 845 8458.

This guide covers areas relating to burning on farms, whether it be you disposing of old straw bale stacks or the burning of grass and heather. It also guides you on how to remain compliant with regulations and what waste exemptions should be registered for burning activities.