FETF Application Deadline Extended
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DEFRA have today announced an extension to the deadline for the FETF grant. The grants had closed for application yesterday (28th April), but an extension has now been granted through to 12th May at midday.
This fund provides grant support for farmers investing in equipment to improve productivity, slurry management and animal health and welfare and is broadly similar to the previous rounds of the FETF scheme, with some small changes.
This is the last time this scheme will be available in its current format, with a restructure of schemes due for 2027.
You can apply for grants of between £1,000 and £25,000 per funding theme detailed below. This represents a competitive opportunity to secure up to 50% of the RPA determined cost of an item.
Productivity (up to £25,000)
Slurry Management (up to £25,000)
Animal Health & Welfare (up to £25,000)
The key changes published for this year are:
Scoring uplifts have been removed
Fixed Sheep Handling Systems have been removed as an option
Handheld digital Brix refractometers for colostrum testing have been added as an option
Water heaters have been added as an option
Autonomous grain monitoring robots have been added as an option
Scoring has changed on some items
Where can I find out more on FETF?
As this scheme is competitive, it is important to ensure your application scores highly to improve your chances of success. Our team are always happy to answer your questions. Get in touch today, in order to begin work on your application!
Office
01454 614624
Sam Kelly
07777 696080
Jonathan Purton
07399 117257
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