Farmers plough up land previously in stewardship to offset BPS loss

Environmental gains made under stewardship schemes risk being squandered over the coming years, as farmers begin to plough up land in a bid to recoup the upcoming loss of direct support in England.

Abi Kay
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Farmers plough up land previously in stewardship to offset BPS loss

Environmental gains made under stewardship schemes risk being squandered over the coming years, as farmers begin to plough up land in a bid to recoup the upcoming loss of direct support in England...

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