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Welsh farmers face double-edged sword as SAF application window opens

²ÝÁñÉçÇø can apply for either the Sustainable Farming Scheme or the Basic Payment Scheme, and not both

Chris Brayford
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Wales' Rural Affairs Secretary Huw Irranca-Davies said: "SFS rewards farmers for the work they do to care for our land and environment while producing food sustainably. I encourage every eligible farmer to start their application early — the support is there, and so is the time."
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Wales' Rural Affairs Secretary Huw Irranca-Davies said: "SFS rewards farmers for the work they do to care for our land and environment while producing food sustainably. I encourage every eligible farmer to start their application early — the support is there, and so is the time."

The application window has now opened for farmers to claim support payments in Wales to produce world-class and protect the environment, but they can only apply for one scheme. Deputy First Minister...

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