Winter Update
Tuesday, January 10th, 2017The Welsh Government has produced a Winter Update giving farmers and stakeholders the latest information on agricultural and rural issues.
Archive for January, 2017
2017 Cross Compliance Factsheets
Tuesday, January 10th, 2017A small number of changes have been made to the Cross Compliance Farmers’ Factsheets to reflect new requirements and good practice. They are now available to view on the Welsh Government website.
£40m Small Grant Scheme
Tuesday, January 10th, 2017A £40m scheme will be available to farmers to help them reduce their carbon emissions and to improve their resilience and competitiveness, including through diversification. It will distribute financial support of up to £12,000 at a 40% grant rate over a four-year period. Farmers across Wales will be able to invest in around 80 items linked to:
- Animal health, genetics and performance
- Crop management
- Energy efficiency
- Resource efficiency
- ICT.
The first application window is expected to open from April 2017 and further advice and guidance on how to apply will be made available here and as well as on the Welsh Government website.