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 on having 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.

BPS Greening - crop diversification

As a result, of the exceptional weather and current coronavirus (COVID-19) measures, legislation has been introduced 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.

Glastir Woodland Creation

The expression of interest window for Glastir Woodland Creation is now open. The closing date has been extended to 31 July 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. 

Update to TB testing guidelines during coronavirus (COVID-19)

The latest update on TB testing and movements of cattle to and from common land during COVID 19 is now available.

All our guidance and advice on TB Testing and relevant subjects is available on TB Hub

The UK Chief Veterinary Officers are keeping these measures under constant review and adjustments to instructions will be made as appropriate.

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.

Co-design for a Sustainable Farming Scheme for Wales

We appreciate that this is a difficult time for the agricultural sector, however we are really keen to hear your views on our future scheme proposals. We have extended the deadline to register and complete the survey to the end of June to give you more time to respond.

Wales Skills Matching Service

A new online service, which will match employers with jobseekers looking for agricultural, land and veterinary work during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, has been launched.

Commissioned by Welsh Government, the new pilot service is delivered by Lantra, the leading awards body for land-based industries in Wales. Skills matching forms are easy to complete and can be completed online by clicking the headline.

Develop your skills, develop your business . . . plan ahead now with Farming Connect

• All training courses subsidised by up to 80% for registered businesses
• More than 80 courses available, categorised under Business, Land and Livestock
• Network of approved training providers, located throughout Wales

First fat tailed Damara lambs born in Wales

This month, Peter Williams and Bedwyr Jones have been busy welcoming the first fat tailed Damara lambs born in Wales, having worked on the project with the European Innovation Partnership (EIP) Wales.

Coronavirus (COVID-19) news

• Welsh Government announce new £20 million fund to transform homelessness services and ensure no-one need return to rough sleeping
• Launching risk assessment to support BAME workers  
• Supporting the tourism industry as visitors are asked to visit Wales. Later.
• New plan published to Test, Trace and Protect in Wales
• First Minister of Wales' message to the people of Wales
• Situation for schools will not change on June 1st, Education Minister says
• 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

Natural Resources Wales consultation launched

A consultation on changes to guidance for assessing the impact of ammonia and nitrogen from agricultural developments has been launched by Natural Resources Wales and will close on 31 August 2020. 

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.