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SFI reopens to 'exception groups' following Defra's halt

Gov reveals criteria for certain farmers who missed out on the scheme when it was closed without notice in March

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Eligible farmers have just six weeks to apply for SFI24
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Eligible farmers have just six weeks to apply for SFI24

The Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI), which was abruptly closed by Defra on March 11, will re-open for a certain number of applicants from 12 noon on July 7. The offer applies only to those in one...

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