SPS deadline edges closer

The NFU this week (w/e Apr 30) issued a further reminder to farmers to ensure they submit their fully completed Single Payment System application forms well in advance of the May 16 deadline.

“It is vitally important that these forms are submitted by the 16 May deadline.

“This is a one off opportunity for farmers to establish entitlements under the new SPS,” said NFU President Tim Bennett.

“Producers who have not received an application pack from the RPA should contact the RPA customer service centre on 0845 603 7777 if they have not already done so.”

“There are many issues that the NFU is still pursuing with DEFRA/RPA, including the issue of the SPS payment timetable and advance payments.

“However, the key issue for producers is to get the forms in,” he added.