Senedd Members Call for Final Say on Farming Support

Senedd members call for final say on farming support

Politicians have called on the Welsh Government to bring forward a final, binding vote before introducing revised plans for financial support for…

Launch of Sustainable Farming Scheme 'cautiously' welcomed

The launch of the Welsh Government’s Sustainable Farming Scheme has been welcomed with 'cautious optimism' by Coed Cadw, the Woodland Trust in…

Welsh Government launches £33m transition support for farmers at Royal Welsh Show

The Welsh Government has announced a package of measures to support farmers ahead of the rollout of the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS) in 2026, including a new Ready Reckoner tool and £33 million in preparatory funding. The announcement was made by Deputy First Minister Huw Irranca-Davies at the Royal Welsh Show in Llanelwedd, where he praised farmers as the “backbone of our rural communities.” The Ready Reckoner, now live on the Welsh Governm…

Evans warns SFS still brings risks despite progress

Brecon and Radnorshire MS James Evans has welcomed changes to the Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS) - but says serious concerns remain over the impact on Welsh farms.

Soil Association responds to Welsh Sustainable Farming Scheme announcement

THE WELSH GOVERNMENT is set to unveil key details of its long-awaited Sustainable Farming Scheme, due to launch in 2026 with a transition period leading up to the withdrawal of the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) by 2030. Following a period of extensive co-design through Ministerial Roundtables and Cabinet discussions, the Deputy First Minister will formally announce the scheme on Tuesday. Responding to the development, Soil Association Head of Polic…

Coed Cadw Welcomes Launch of Wales’ Sustainable Farming Scheme

Coed Cadw, the Woodland Trust in Wales, has expressed cautious optimism at the upcoming launch of the Welsh Government’s Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS), describing it as a necessary first step in a far longer journey towards a just transition for the people of Wales. It said the SFS marks a significant policy shift in the way land management for public goods is supported in Wales. Whilst more work is needed to fully realise the scheme’s potent…