Single Application Form 2020

Legislation to extend the SAF deadline to 15 June has been introduced in the hope that it will alleviate the significant impact the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis is having on farm businesses.

BPS Greening - crop diversification

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.

Extension of Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) 2020 entitlement transfer period

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.

Glastir Woodland Creation

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.

Glastir Small Grants: landscape and pollinators 2019

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.

Send cattle reporting information online or by phone

You can send the British Cattle Movement Service updates via CTS Online, approved farm software and a self-service phone line.

Livestock registrations and movement Reporting during Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Livestock keepers should continue to follow regulatory livestock reporting and registration requirements. If you have any livestock registration and movement queries or have any issues with the current reporting timescales, please contact the relevant livestock reporting service. Links to each service can be accessed by clicking on the headline above.

Cattle passports: temporary changes to requesting amendments due to coronavirus (COVID-19)

British Cattle Movement Service (BCMS) is making temporary changes to the way you request passport amendments, due to the coronavirus pandemic. Further information is available on the link above.

Changes to permanent land or temporary land

Keepers are reminded that any changes to their use of land for livestock must be recorded via Manage My CPH. This includes any changes to permanent land and Temporary Land Associations (TLAs).

All keepers with TB restrictions are required to declare that the holding is under any form of restriction when completing Manage My CPH.

Apply for Farming Connect subsidised training during the next skills application window

The application period for skills training will be open from 9am, Monday 4th May until 5pm on Friday the 26th of June. There is a wide range of accredited courses available to all individuals registered with Farming Connect, funded up to 80%.

"Pick up the phone, we're here to help" say Farming Connect

Farming Connect has responded to the Coronavirus restrictions by arranging a number of one-to-one surgeries, which are fully funded for registered individuals. The surgeries are provided over the phone or digitally, and will continue until Farming Connect’s face to face service provision can resume.

Co-design for a Sustainable Farming Scheme for Wales

Welsh Government, working with Menter a Busnes, are carrying out a co-design programme to work with farmers to explore some of the more practical aspects of the proposals included in last year’s Sustainable Farming and our Land consultation.

TB testing

During the coronavirus (COVID19) pandemic all our guidance and advice on TB Testing and relevant subjects will be provided and updated at the link in the heading above.

Coronovirus (COVID-19) news

• More than £500 million of support reaches Welsh businesses 
• New testing centres and online booking to be rolled out in Wales this week
• Welsh firm ramps up production of life saving devices to support NHS
• Fisheries Grant announced in Wales to help fishing sector through COVID-19 pandemic
• Extra £40m to support adult social care in Wales
• New app launched to track and trace coronavirus
• Simple steps to help your pharmacy help you
• Ministers announce new £1.4bn business support package
• First Minister launches Looking Out for Each Other campaign in Wales

Wales Rural Network Support Unit (WRNSU)

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.

Micro Small Business Fund (MSBF)

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.

Preparing Wales website

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.

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:

• telephone: 0808 1695110
• e-mail: badger@bfd.wales
• website: www.bfd.wales

Farm Liaison Service

Confidential, one-to-one guidance and support. If you need to discuss any issues contact one of the Farm Liaison Service staff.