Drought Support for Farmers in England & Wales
Support is available for farmers affected by drought across England and Wales, including temporary scheme adjustments and derogations, additional SFI26 funding and grants to help improve resilience.
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Capital Grants 2026: Funding Now Open – Apply Early
Capital Grants 2026 are now open, but with demand already high, farmers are encouraged to apply as early as possible. Find out what’s changed and how to prepare a complete application.
New Waste Exemption Charges in England
From 1st July 2025, the Environment Agency has introduced new charges for waste exemptions in England, impacting all farmers who register for them.
NVZ Designations in England: 2025-2028
Every four years, Defra reviews Nitrate Vulnerable Zones (NVZs) to reflect changes in nitrate concentrations. NVZs are designated areas at risk of agricultural nitrate pollution.