NFU seeks pause in BPS phase-out with industry on a knife edge

The NFU has urged Ministers to delay Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) reductions due to hit farmers in 2022 and 2023, with president Minette Batters warning the industry is on a knife edge.

Abi Kay
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NFU seeks pause in BPS phase-out with industry on a knife edge

The NFU has urged Ministers to delay Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) reductions due to hit farmers in 2022 and 2023, with president Minette Batters warning the industry is on a ‘knife edge'. Speaking to...

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