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Robert Gazely
Jan, 13 2022DEFRA have reviewed Countryside Stewardship payment rates for revenue options. The new payment rates will apply from 1st January 2022 and are described by DEFRA as being “based on current costs.” For existing agreements beginning on or before 1st January 2022, where the new rate has: Increased, the new (higher) rate will be paid. Decreased, […]
Charles Garrard
Dec, 10 2021New Grant Channels Under the Agricultural Transition Plan The Farming Equipment and Technology Fund and the Farming Transformation Fund have launched, opening new grant channels under the Agricultural Transition Plan. First up is the Water Management theme of the Farm Transformation Fund. Next, the Farm Productivity and Adding Value themes will follow in the coming […]
Ben Bates
Nov, 03 2021Ceres Rural – Farming Update Welcome to the Ceres Rural Farming Update 2021, a publication that provides independent insights on agricultural issues, reports on policy, grant and administrative updates and key market information. To discuss any of the topics raised, contact one of the Team. Click the link below for the full publication. Ceres Rural […]
Phillip Norden
Nov, 03 2021DEFRA Delays Farming Investment Fund Launch DEFRA has postponed the much-anticipated launch of the new Farming Investment Fund until later this month. This delay is frustrating and concerning because the scheme sits under the Agricultural Transition Plan. Farmers have every reason to feel disappointed that the firm dates for removing the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) […]
Edward Hutley
Jun, 27 2021Countryside Stewardship Scheme: Making the Most of CSS Before the SFI Rollout As the 2021 Countryside Stewardship Scheme (CSS) application deadline approaches, many farmers and landowners are actively reviewing their options for managing farmed and environmental land. These decisions come at a crucial moment as the industry prepares for the Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) rollout […]
Edward Hutley
May, 24 2021DEFRA Releases New Retirement Plans On 19th May 2021, DEFRA released plans outlining how farmers who want to retire from the agricultural sector can take their future BPS payments upfront. These plans appear in DEFRA’s consultation, which closes at midnight on 11th August 2021. The rules that emerge from this proposal will be set out […]
Charles Garrard
Apr, 28 2021Countryside Stewardship Mirror Agreements: Key Considerations for 2024 and Beyond Many farmers and landowners with Countryside Stewardship (CS) schemes ending this year have already heard from the RPA about renewing through new “mirror agreements.” These agreements aim to help landowners and farmers transition into the new ELMS scheme, but several important considerations should shape your […]
Ben Bates
Mar, 15 2021Spring 2021 – Farming Update Welcome to the inaugural Ceres Rural Farming Update – Spring 2021. This publication delivers expert, independent insights on the latest agricultural issues, policy changes, grants, and administrative updates, alongside key market trends shaping the rural economy. Designed for farmers, landowners, and agribusiness professionals, our update helps you stay informed and […]