EU Commission grant extension to CAP direct payments deadline
EU Commission grant extension to CAP direct payments deadline
The European Commission for Agriculture and Rural Development has announced an extension to the direct payments deadline from 30 June until 15 October. The extension is to the date which member states may make CAP direct payments without any reduction in the rate of reimbursement.
The Scottish Government is determined to pay as many farmers and crofters as possible by 30 June, and work is continuing to focus on this.
Rural Economy Secretary Fergus Ewing said:
“This flexibility is welcome, but it will not detract from my determination to make full payments to as many Scottish farmers as possible by 30 June. This remains my absolute priority.
“Today’s announcement by the EU Commission reflects the challenges being faced by countries across Europe in implementing this CAP reform and making payments, and reduces the potential for financial penalties being imposed on administrations.”
Further information about the announcement can be found on the European Commission website.
Published on: 8 June, 2016