On the occasion of World Migratory Bird Day, the Federation for Hunting and Conservation - Malta, released 700 Turtle Doves into the wild as part of its “Turtle Doves Captive Breeding and Release into the Wild” project. Launched in 2017, the project primarily serves as the only compensatory measure aimed at strengthening the wild Turtle Dove population through a captive breeding and rearing programme. The release of birds into the wild takes place during the closed hunting se

With reference to the recent article published by Times of Malta titled “EU ‘assessing’ Malta’s response to bird trapping ruling”, which highlights that Environment Commissioner Jessika Roswall is confident that a solution will be found, the Federation for Hunting and Conservation – Malta (FKNK) welcomes this constructive and measured approach. The FKNK has consistently maintained that meaningful dialogue, grounded in understanding and mutual respect, is essential to achievin

The Federation for Hunting and Conservation – Malta (FKNK) has expressed its satisfaction following its successful participation in the third AgriFair, which took place from 17th to 19th April 2026 at the Ta' Qali complex. This was the second consecutive time that the FKNK had taken part. Following popular demand from last year, the FKNK once again offered food inspired by the 16th-century recipe for rabbit pastizzi , which were served throughout the three-day Fair. The past

Jessika Roswall, the European Commissioner for the Environment, paid an official visit to the Razzett tal-Bagħal farmhouse in Buskett, which is administered by the Federation for Hunting and Conservation – Malta (FKNK). The Commissioner was accompanied by Minister Clint Camilleri. During the visit, FKNK officials explained the history of Buskett and the farmhouse, including its use as a stable for the Knights of Malta's horses in the 16th century. They also explained the si