
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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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.

The first funding opportunity under the SFS Optional Layer is now open. Discover how the Capital: Production & Efficiency scheme works, what it could fund and how CXCS can help with your application.

Key guidance on the Sustainable Farming Scheme in Wales, explaining what happens after applying and the next steps for compliance, delivery and future planning.

Guidance has now published on the Optional Layer of the SFS, marking the next stage in the rollout of the scheme following the introduction of the Universal Layer earlier this year.

The 2026 SAF window opened on 2nd March and closes 15th May. Farmers must decide whether to remain in BPS or claim under the new Sustainable Farming Scheme (SFS).