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'Major hardship' warning as Defra chief confirms income foregone ELMs payments

Industry leaders have warned farmers will face ‘major financial hardship’ during the transition away from direct payments, with Defra planning to maintain the income foregone payment model for the foreseeable future.

Abi Kay
clock • 4 min read
'Major hardship' warning as Defra chief confirms income foregone ELMs payments

Industry leaders have warned farmers will face ‘major financial hardship' during the transition away from direct payments, with Defra planning to maintain the income foregone payment model for the foreseeable...

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