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Customers who are eligible for a BPS Support Scheme payment and/or a Glastir Entry and Advanced Support Scheme payment must apply by 17 April 2020; the application is now available on Rural Payments Wales (RPW) Online.
However, given the exceptional circumstances and coronavirus instructions for self-isolation and for those with limited or no broadband access, you can contact the Customer Contact Centre on 0300 062 5004 and request the support scheme payment over the telephone.
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The Minister for Environment, Energy and Rural Affairs has announced that legislation to extend the SAF deadline to 15 June is being introduced in the hope that it will alleviate the significant impact the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis is having on farm businesses.
You should notify the RPW Customer Contact Centre immediately if you are unable to access broadband or an appropriate computer to submit the online SAF by the deadline.
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As a result, of the exceptional weather and current coronavirus (COVID-19) measures, the Minister is introducing legislation to remove the Crop Diversification rule for 2020, meaning BPS customers can qualify for Greening payment by permanent pasture and Ecological Focus Area declarations only.
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The application period for BPS Transfer and Lease of entitlements for 2020 has been extended to midnight on 15 May 2020. We must be notified by this new deadline in order for the recipient to make a claim on entitlements you are receiving for the 2020 scheme year.
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In response to the current coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic the claim deadline has been extended until 30 September 2020. All claims must be submitted by this date. Further information is available on the Welsh Government website.
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The expression of interest window for Glastir Woodland Restoration is now open and will close on 24 April 2020.
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The expression of interest window for Glastir Woodland Creation is now open and will close on 12 June 2020.
There have been a number of changes to the application process for Glastir Woodland Creation. Important information on these changes is available in the guidance on our website.
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The Minister for Environment, Energy and Rural Affairs, Lesley Griffiths brought together industry representatives from Wales’ farming, fishing, forestry, environment and food and drink sectors to discuss the challenges they face as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic.
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Biosecurity during COVID-19
At this time the nation’s focus is on stopping the spread of COVID-19. If self-isolating or making alternative arrangements for the care of your stock, don’t forget the importance of maintaining good biosecurity.
For the latest guidance on TB during the COVID19 please visit the TB Hub.
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As a result of the uncertain situation regarding coronavirus, we have taken the decision to postpone all open events and one-to-many events until at least the end of May. We will explore the possibility of conducting some activities digitally or over the phone where possible. We will be posting the latest information on our social media pages in due course.
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Farming Connect has put in place a digital delivery plan to ‘stay connected’ with the industry and offer all the support it can continue to provide during the coronavirus pandemic. Since all Farming Connect face-to-face services have currently ceased, options such as webinars, vlogs, podcasts and video conferencing as well as emails, phone calls and texts will become the new ‘norm’ as the industry faces this crisis together.
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Ear to the Ground Podcast Episode 15: Dr Nerys Llewelyn Jones of Agri Advisor Solicitors provides an overview of the new rules and financial support measures in place to help farming and diversified businesses navigate their way through the Coronavirus pandemic. Also, Eirwen Williams of Menter a Busnes explains how Farming Connect is supporting the industry digitally through the current crisis.
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We have formally launched a £2.5million Flood Relief Fund which is available to Welsh businesses to help them recover from damage and disruption caused by the recent storms - Ciara, Dennis and Jorge.
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The common ragwort growing season is upon us and young ragwort plants are forming low rosettes in fields and pastures. Guidance can be found in The Code of Practice to Prevent and Control the Spread of Ragwort by clicking the headline above.
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The WRNSU aids the exchange of ideas between rural organisations. It is available to anyone:
- interested in rural development
- involved with the Welsh Government Rural Communities – Rural Development Programme 2014-2020 and the schemes it funds.
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MSBF is an investment fund for projects in the tourism sector in Wales. It can be used either to upgrade existing or create new high quality product.
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Following the UK’s departure from the EU on 31 January we are now in a transition period; during this time, the way you do business with the EU will not change. However, you will need to prepare and make changes to continue to do business at the end of the transition period.
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What to do if you find a dead badger
If you find a dead badger, you should report it, giving the location of the badger:
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Confidential, one-to-one guidance and support. If you need to discuss any issues contact one of the Farm Liaison Service staff.
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FarmWell Wales
FarmWell Wales provides Welsh farmers with the most up-to-date information and details of support services. This can help them and their businesses stay resilient through times of change and volatility.
Website: https://farmwell.wales/
Addington Fund
Telephone: 01926 620135
Website: https://www.addingtonfund.org.uk/
DPJ Foundation
Telephone: 0800 587 4262 or text: 07860 048799
Email: contact@thedpjfoundation.com
Website: http://www.thedpjfoundation.com/
The Farming Community Network (FCN)
Telephone: 03000 111 999
Website: http://www.fcn.org.uk/
Royal Agricultural Benevolent Institution (RABI)
Telephone: 0808 281 9490.
Email: help@rabi.org.uk
Website: https://rabi.org.uk/
Tir Dewi
Telephone: 0800 121 47 22
Website: https://www.tirdewi.co.uk/
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