Outline of the scheme
A new SFPS was introduced on 1 January 2005 as part of the package of reform of the Common Agriculture Policy (CAP). This scheme replaced the existing production based support schemes i.e.
- Arable Area Payments Scheme
- Beef Special Premium Scheme
- Dried Fodder
- Extensification Payment Scheme
- Seed aid Production
- Sheep Annual Premium Scheme (including the Less Favoured Area supplement)
- Slaughter Premium Scheme (including the Veal Calf Slaughter Premium Scheme)
- Suckler Cow Premium Scheme
Producers who received payments under any of the above schemes for claims submitted under the 2000 - 2002 schemes may be eligible to claim under the SFPS in 2005.
You can participate in the scheme if you:
• farmed during 2000, 2001 and/or 2002 and continue to farm in 2005; and
• are awarded entitlements; and
• submit a claim form with an IACS Aid Application.
To receive full payment you must:
• have one eligible hectare of land for each entitlement;
• be involved in agricultural activity;
• maintain your land in Good Agricultural and Environmental Condition (GAEC) and meet a number of Statutory Management Requirements covering the environment, food safety, animal and plant health and animal welfare (Cross Compliance);
• keep comprehensive, accurate and up-to-date records.
We may inspect your holding to verify your claim.