Defra and Welsh Government clarify eligibility for dairy hardship funds, but industry concerns remain

The UK and Welsh Governments have clarified farmers will need to have taken a hit of at least 25 per cent to their average milk price in order to access either dairy hardship fund.

Hannah Binns
News Reporter
clock • 2 min read
Defra and Welsh Government clarify eligibility for dairy hardship funds, but industry concerns remain

The UK and Welsh Governments have clarified farmers will need to have taken a hit of at least 25 per cent to their average milk price in order to access either dairy hardship fund. The cut in price...

To continue reading...

Already a member? Login for full access.

Login

New to Farmers Guardian? Register for 1 free article per week or become a member for unlimited access to essential farming news and insights.

article-img-580x358

 

More on Dairy

Roger Evans: "Silage clamps should be built so that nosey people like me can see into them'"

Roger Evans: "Silage clamps should be built so that nosey people like me can see into them'"

This month, Roger Evans discusses moving to the country for a ‘good life' and takes a look at how grass has fared over recent months

clock 26 July 2026 • 5 min read
Johne's disease: A hidden risk in high-yielding dairy herds

Johne's disease: A hidden risk in high-yielding dairy herds

Johne's disease continues to undermine progress in some herds, often quietly and over time, so does the approach to controlling this disease need to change?

clock 25 July 2026 • 4 min read
Now is time to change the narrative on sustainability in dairy farming

Now is time to change the narrative on sustainability in dairy farming

Speakers at a recent conference organised by Trouw Nutrition urged the industry to discuss efficiency and profit with emission reduction as an additional key performance indicator

clock 24 July 2026 • 5 min read