NFU Secures Agri-Environment Scheme Roll Over for Thousands of Farmers
The NFU has successfully secured a one-year extension for Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier agreements for thousands of farmers following several months of campaigning.
The news was confirmed in a meeting between Defra Secretary of State Emma Reynolds and NFU President Tom Bradshaw on Tuesday, 14 October.
The CS MT scheme, which was set to expire at the end of the year, will ensure that more than 5,000 farmers will be able to continue delivering environmental benefits for the nation.
“Transparency over budgets and timelines for the rollout of the new Sustainable Farming Incentive scheme is key.
This gives these businesses welcome certainty while the reformed SFI offer is developed.
Author's summary: NFU secures scheme extension for farmers.