The closing date for applications to the Organic Farming Scheme is 19 December 2018. The scheme opened for applications in late November.
All applicants must reach a minimum ranking of 25 marks to be deemed eligible for consideration for inclusion in the scheme.
The ranking favours horticulture, cereals and dairy because these areas were found to be in deficit. Under the scheme guidelines, farmers enter for a minimum of five years and receive up to €220/ha per year during the conversion period and up to €170/ha when they have achieved full organic status. Applications for the scheme must be made online and there is no requirement to use an agricultural adviser to make the application.
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Copies of the Organic Farming Scheme terms and conditions are available on the Department’s organics page here.
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The closing date for applications to the Organic Farming Scheme is 19 December 2018. The scheme opened for applications in late November.
All applicants must reach a minimum ranking of 25 marks to be deemed eligible for consideration for inclusion in the scheme.
The ranking favours horticulture, cereals and dairy because these areas were found to be in deficit. Under the scheme guidelines, farmers enter for a minimum of five years and receive up to €220/ha per year during the conversion period and up to €170/ha when they have achieved full organic status. Applications for the scheme must be made online and there is no requirement to use an agricultural adviser to make the application.
Copies of the Organic Farming Scheme terms and conditions are available on the Department’s organics page here.
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