The Single Farm Payment (SFP) Scheme came into force on 1st January 2005. It is the mainagricultural subsidy scheme in the European Unionand replaced most of the individual Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) subsidy payments previously made to farmers. To receive SFP,you must submit a Single Application Form (SAF 1) on or before 15 May each year.File Size:180KBPage Count:42

What is the Single Farm Payment (SFP)?

The Single Farm Payment (SFP) Scheme came into force on 1st January 2005. It isthe main agricultural subsidy scheme in the European Union and replaced most ofthe individual Common Agricultural Policy (CAP) subsidy payments previously madeto farmers. To receive SFP, you must submit a Single Application Form (SAF 1) on or before

How much can a farmer claim under the Basic Payment Scheme?

The maximum payment that will be granted to any one farmer under the Basic Payment Scheme, excluding the Greening Payment, in any one scheme year is capped at €150,000. No payment will be made under the Basic Payment Scheme where the amount is less than €100. An advance payment may be made in October.

Can ENT entitlements be transferred to other farmers?

Entitlements can also be transferred to other farmers. The maximum payment that will be granted to any one farmer under the Basic Payment Scheme, excluding the Greening Payment, in any one scheme year is capped at €150,000.

Should annual farm payment dates be brought forward to September?

Annual farm payment dates are to be brought forward to September, in an effort to support Scotland’s farmers with cash flow and the cost of living crisis.

What happens if you commit more than one intentional breach in the same SMR category?

If you commit more than one intentional breach in the same SMR category (that iseither, the environmental regulations, the public, animal and plant health regulationsor the animal welfare regulations) or GAEC we will treat them as one non-compliance.

What happens if you breach more than one SMR?

If you commit more than one breach in the same SMR category (that is, either theenvironmental regulations, the public, animal and plant health regulations or theanimal welfare regulations) or GAEC requirements, then we will treat this as one non-compliance.

What happens if you fail to comply with Section 5?

If you act negligently and fail to comply with a Cross-Compliance requirement,payments due under the schemes listed at the beginning of Section 5 will generallybe reduced by 3% for each non-compliance. However, this reduction can bereduced to 1% or increased to 5%, depending on the seriousness of the breach.The seriousness of the breach will depend on the assessment of the severity, theextent and permanence of the breach identified. For very minor technical breacheswe may issue a warning letter.

How often do you have to activate SFP?

You must activate your SFP entitlements (standard or special) at least onceevery 2 years. It is your responsibility to ensure that you claim yourentitlements to avoid them being taken from you.

What is SMRs in agriculture?

All land within an agricultural business (irrespective of whether it is used to activateentitlements or claim payment under another aid scheme) must be maintained inaccordance with the Cross-Compliance Statutory Management Requirements (SMRs) and must be kept in good agricultural and environmental condition (GAEC).

Where to contact SFPBranch?

If you need any help or advice in relation to your application please contact SFPBranch (or LFACA Section as appropriate) in Orchard House or your local DARDDirect Office. The addresses and telephone numbers are shown below.

When we determine more than one intentional non-compliance, with regard to thedifferent SMR categories or GAEC?

Where we determine more than one intentional non-compliance, with regard to thedifferent SMR categories or GAEC, we will apply a penalty in each case of non-compliance. These penalties shall be added together.

How much of the Greening Payment is the Basic Payment?

The Basic Payment Scheme payment and the Greening Payment, which is calculated as approximately 44% of the Basic Payment, are then added together to form the total direct payment. Entitlements can also be transferred to other farmers.

What is basic payment scheme?

The Basic Payment Scheme is an income support paid to farmers. You are paid per hectare of eligible land used for farming.

What happens if you don’t meet all the conditions of the scheme?

If you do not meet all of the conditions of the scheme you may receive a reduced payment or no payment.

What are the requirements for farmers to comply with?

In carrying out agricultural activities farmers must comply with the requirements of Cross Compliance and Good Agricultural and Environmental Condition on their holding.

Can farmers get greening payments?

Farmers receiving Basic Payment Scheme payments may also be eligible for a top-up called the Greening Payment. Your Basic Payment Scheme application is also where you apply for payment under other schemes you are participating in including: Protein Aid Scheme – there is no need to apply separately for this scheme.

When do you have to apply for a stipend in 2021?

You must apply by midnight on Monday, 17 May 2021.

Do you have to apply for protein aid separately?

Protein Aid Scheme – there is no need to apply separately for this scheme