Shock Announcement from Defra – SFI24 Scheme
In another shock announcement by Defra, the SFI24 scheme has been closed to new applications with immediate effect. No prior warning of this closure was given. Key points:• Existing agreements in place will continue• SFI24 applications submitted but not yet offered will be offered an agreement in due course• We’re told SFI applications can still […]
Capital Grant/FETF Updates
Capital Grant Update The RPA have released an update that the 4,040 applications that have been on hold are due to be processed, with the scheme reopening later this year with some amendments. Limits will be set on how much you can apply for in each of the four categories: You can apply for a […]
Renewables Update
The UK renewable energy market is booming, and one of the most profitable avenues for farmers and landowners is leasing land for solar schemes. Solar farms are increasingly in demand as the country pushes toward net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, and energy companies are seeking large open spaces to install solar panels. For farmers and […]
New Hedgerow Regulations
The RPA have announced that new hedgerow regulations begin from the 1st July 2024 for the management of hedgerows on agricultural land. The new regulations are very similar to the previous cross compliance rules. The new regulations require a 2-metre buffer strip, no cultivation or application of pesticides or fertilisers within the 2-metre buffer strip, […]
WebbPaton LLP
We are very pleased to announce that as at 1st July 2023, Mark Webb has been joined by Libby Barron, Becky Farthing, Helen Wiltshire and George King as equity partners in WebbPaton LLP. The rest of the WebbPaton team, including Pippa Glanville and Pippa Wildern, remain with us as do all of our support team. […]
Basic Payment Entitlements
The RPA has confirmed there will be no mechanism for the transfer of Basic Payment Scheme Entitlements after 15th May 2023. In effect, all entitlements will become obsolete at this time and hold no future value. Therefore, please do contact WebbPaton on 01793 842055 or post@webbpaton.co.uk if you have any surplus entitlements to sell or […]
Farming Equipment and Technology Fund
The Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF) is now open for Animal Health and Welfare Items. You can apply for between £1,000 and £25,000 towards buying new equipment, and popular items include livestock handling systems and weighing equipment, CCTV and cow brushes. Please note, the grant is competitive and if oversubscribed, the RPA will prioritise […]
Farming Equipment and Technology Fund
The Farming Equipment and Technology Fund (FETF) is now open for Productivity and Slurry Items. You can apply for between £1,000 and £25,000 towards buying new equipment and popular items include stock heat detection equipment, slurry dribble bars, CCTV, rainwater harvesting systems and direct drills. Please note, the grant is competitive and if oversubscribed, the […]
WebbPaton’s 2023 Farm Business Update
Christmas is coming, and we are busy in the office getting ready for our 2023 Farm Business Updates: 23rd January – Chippenham Golf Club 25th January – Wellington Barn, Calne 30th & 31st January – Wrag Barn, Highworth 2nd February – Basset Down Golf Complex The invitations will be going out shortly, if you’d like […]
Entitlements Wanted!
Following a busy start to the entitlement trading season, WebbPaton have seen a dramatic increase in sale values being achieved. This is primarily due to there being a lack of supply which has pushed the price up. Last week WebbPaton were trading between £160 and £190 per unit plus VAT. If you or your clients […]
WebbPaton’s 2022 Farm Business Update
They’re back! After not being able to hold them last year, we are delighted to be able to run our seminars again this year, albeit slightly later than usual. The first one will take place on 21st March, keep a look out for your invitation in the post, or if you would like to book […]
Countryside Stewardship Capital Grant
Countryside Stewardship Capital Grant applications are now open! These are grouped into three categories: Boundaries, Trees and Orchards – eg hedgerow planting, laying, gapping up and stone wall restoration etc; Water Quality – eg fencing, concrete yard renewal, roofing over FYM/slurry stores, rainwater goods etc; and Air Quality – eg automatic slurry scraper and low […]
Farming Transformation Fund
DEFRA have now opened the second phase of its Farming Transformation Fund. This phase is labelled ‘Improving Farm Productivity’ and supports investments of over £82,500 with a 40% grant of up to £500,000. The minimum grant is £35,000. What the grants are for: The use of robotic or autonomous equipment and systems to aid crop […]