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Farmers welcome extension of protein crops scheme

Ulster Farmers' Union says the funding will help support producers through the 2027 growing season

Jane Thynne
Head of News and Business
clock • 2 min read
DAERA's Andrew Muir has unveiled plans to continue the Protein Crop Scheme
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DAERA's Andrew Muir has unveiled plans to continue the Protein Crop Scheme

The Ulster Farmers' Union (UFU) has welcomed the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs' (DAERA) announcement that the Protein Crop Scheme will be extended until the end of 2027, providing...

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