BPS deadline

Farmers should be well aware that the Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) online application deadline is next Wednesday 15 May. There is a 25 calendar-day period after the 15 May closing date for the acceptance of any late applications and any necessary supporting documentation.

Farmers who do not make the application before the 15 May deadline will see their payments subject to a 1% deduction per day during this period. Farmers have an opportunity to make amendments to their applications without a penalty until Friday 31 May.