2023 BPS Application Window Now Open

The window for BPS applications is now open and will remain so until the 15th of May 2023. As you will all be aware, BPS will continue to reduce this coming year. However, it is still important to ensure that applications are filled in correctly with accurate cropping.

The opening of the BPS application window also coincides with the opportunity to submit Countryside Stewardship revenue claims. This window also runs until the 15th of May 2023 for submission of claims without penalty.

Although Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier is already open, please note that the Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier and Wildlife Offer application windows do not open fully until the 21st of March. We have already received a large amount of interest in these schemes, and we have been recommending that any clients worried about the loss of BPS consider the Countryside Stewardship scheme as a strategy to supplement that lost income.

If we usually assist you with your BPS and/or Countryside Stewardship claim’s we will be in touch shortly to arrange a date to meet with you. If you have any queries, or wish to discuss a new Countryside Stewardship application or renewal, please get in touch with the team.

Charlie Davies

07904 601104

charlie@kellyfarmconsulting.com

Laura Cureton

07399 117257

laura@kellyfarmconsulting.com

Sam Kelly

07777 696080

sam@kellyfarmconsulting.com

Office 01454 614624

CAPITAL GRANTS SCHEME 2023 UPDATE - Limits no longer applied to the maximum grant allowance!

We are very pleased to announce that the RPA have now removed the budget limits for capital items in each of the 4 Capital Grants Scheme themes.

• Boundaries, trees and orchards

• Water quality

• Air quality

• Natural flood management

Previously, each of the themes had been limited to £20,000, with the maximum application value being £80,000, so it is very welcome news to hear that this no longer applies!

Applications will continue to be available all year round and will be assessed to ensure they provide value for money.

If you are interested in applying for the Capital Grants Scheme, get in touch with a member of our team!

Charlie Davies

07904 601104

charlie@kellyfarmconsulting.com

Laura Cureton

07399 117257

laura@kellyfarmconsulting.com

Sam Kelly

07777 696080

sam@kellyfarmconsulting.com

Office 01454 614624

Applications Open! – Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF): Productivity and Slurry Grants

The Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF) Productivity and Slurry Grants are now open for applications. This is the first of two themes to be released under the FETF funding scheme.

We have summarised the key details you need to know below!

• Opening Date: 21st February 2023

• Closing Date : 4th April 2023.

• Funding available : £1,000 - £25,000

• Items available: full list available at Annex 3: FETF 2023 Productivity and Slurry eligible Items - GOV.UK (www.gov.uk)

The second FETF grant funding theme, Animal Health and Welfare, is due to open in March 2023.

DEFRA will also soon be publishing further guidance on other grants available in 2023. Keep a close eye out for future Kelly Farm Consulting newsletters and blogs for further detail!

Get in touch with the Kelly Farm Consulting Team for more information and to discuss your options!

Charlie Davies

07904 601104

charlie@kellyfarmconsulting.com

Laura Cureton

07399 117257

laura@kellyfarmconsulting.com

Sam Kelly

07777 696080

sam@kellyfarmconsulting.com

Office 01454 614624