On Tuesday, the ministry stated poultry and captive birds can be kept outside again.
The world's largest avian flu outbreak prompted the measures. Over the last year, the UK has verified 330 instances and slaughtered 4 million birds.
The ruling allows "free-range" eggs from outdoor-accessible chickens. What is bird flu? Why is it so terrible this year?
Bird flu warning: keep birds indoors. UK, EU cull after record avian flu outbreak. As avian flu is predicted to persist for weeks, Dr. Christine Middlemiss, the UK's Chief Veterinary Officer, advised "scrupulous standards" of biosecurity.
According to the BBC, 208 million birds have died from this new outbreak, and 200 animals have contracted the virus.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) says public danger is minimal. "Free-range egg producers will be relieved to see their hens outside again," said Bfrepa CEO Robert Gooch.
"On the range, hens scratch, dust bathe, and forage for food, displaying the natural behaviors that consumers associate with free-range and organic egg production."
Scotland's chief vet ruled against a housing order, while Northern Ireland's birds remain under lockdown.