Increased rates for Basic Payment Scheme and Greening 2020
Following a budget review, farmers and crofters are set to receive an increased rate on Basic Payment Scheme (BPS) and Greening payments for 2020.
The Rural Payments 2020/21 timetable is now available, with payments relating to BPS, Young Farmers Payment (YFP) and Greening due to commence in December.
The revised rates are:
| BPS | Greening | Combined | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Region 1 | €163.75 | €84.61 | €248.36 |
| Region 2 | €35.99 | €14.29 | €50.28 |
| Region 3 | €10.41 | €4.77 | €15.18 |
Combined rate compared to 2019 rate:
| 2019 rate | 2020 rate | Difference |
|---|---|---|
| €244.39 | €248.36 | €3.97 |
| €48.41 | €50.28 | €1.87 |
| €14.48 | €15.18 | €0.70 |
In addition to the revised rates, there will be no financial discipline deduction made to the payment in respect of the 2020 scheme year.
Published on: 13 November, 2020