Publications

These are a set of Frequently Asked Questions linked to the opening of the Soil Nutrient Health Scheme. 

The consultation closed on 15 February 2022. A total of 339 responses were received from organisations and individuals. Below is a high level overview of the responses along with a more detailed summary.

Statistics provided by the Veterinary Service Animal Health Group of the Department of Agriculture, Environment and Rural Affairs (DAERA) in relation to the testing for and, incidence of, Tuberculosis in Cattle.

Under section 10 of the Environmental Better Regulation Act (Northern Ireland) 2016 (the Act) the Department must review relevant powers of entry and relevant associated powers contained in any statutory provision under which it has any function with a view to deciding whether

This publication presents results of the Agricultural and Horticultural Census Northern Ireland for June 2021.

Northern Ireland Environment Agency Board Meetings 2022

The review of the implementation of the 2011 Act, in 2015, recommended that DAERA should publish an annual report setting out information in relation to the animal welfare service.

This guide explains land eligibility rules for the:

• Basic Payment Scheme (BPS)
• Young Farmers’ Payment (YFP)
• Environmental Farming Scheme (EFS)
• Protein Crops Scheme (PCS)

Minutes and Agendas of the DAERA Departmental Board Meetings 2022.

This guidance:

SAF3 for EFS Claim

Protein Crops Scheme – Questions and Answers

This Question & Answer document will provide you with the guidance you will need to help you understand active farmer requirements

You are advised to read this Guide before completing an application to transfer Basic Payment Scheme Entitlements.

Young Farmers' Payment / Regional Reserve Form 2022

This guide sets out:

This document highlights a number of key dates in the 2022 Single Application window which you should bear in mind when planning to complete your application.

Before completing this form you are advised to read Section 10 - Force Majeure/Exceptional Circumstances (FM/EC) of the Guide to the Basic Payment Scheme.

This Guide explains the relevant forms to use when notifying the Department of a farm business change. It should not be taken as an interpretation of the EU legislation

2022 Single Application Form - SAF3