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
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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...

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