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SFS transition period to start in 2026, Welsh government says
The Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) will continue to be available in Wales during 2025, with the proposed transition period starting from 2026. The Welsh…
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Defra looks at potential new fund to maximise R&D and innovation value
Experts can now apply to advise Defra on new ways to finance innovation within agriculture, including the possibility of a dedicated fund. It has…
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HMRC provides new guidance on VAT and voluntary carbon credits
HMRC has provided new guidance on VAT and voluntary carbon credits, but some areas of uncertainty could require more clarification. The brief regards…
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Scottish farmers urged to 'crack on' with single application forms
Scottish farmers and crofters are being urged to 'crack on' with submitting the all-important single application form as the deadline is just days…
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Scottish hill farmers to receive share of £6.6 million support fund
Payments to hill farmers and crofters under the 2023 Scottish upland sheep support scheme (SUSSS), worth £6.6 million, have commenced today. The…
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Apply now for single application or risk penalties, NI farmers told
Farmers in Northern Ireland have just days left to apply for their single applications, or penalties may be applied. The closing date for submissions…
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Nearly 14,000 live SFI agreements now in place, Defra confirms
There are 13,900 live Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) agreements now in place, undertaken by 13,400 farmers and land managers, Defra figures…
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Arable farmers facing 'big hit' to profits this year
Arable farmers are facing a 'big hit' to profits this year following six months of exceptionally wet weather and falling BPS rates, new figures show…
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South West Dairy Services acquired by GEA Farm Technologies
Dairy equipment firm GEA Farm Technologies has acquired family-run South West Dairy Services in a deal which will further consolidate its presence in…
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Farmers who supply Arla see May milk price increase
Farmers who supply Arla will see a May milk price increase for both conventional and organic milk, the co-op has confirmed. The on-account milk price…
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