Rural Payments and Services

Scottish farming businesses will see support payments start to reach their bank accounts this week with initial payments worth approximately £243 million.

The Scottish Government first brought the payments forward in 2022 to help with the transition from EU’s CAP Payment system and give recipients greater reassurance and stability.

The Basic Payment Scheme acts as a safety net for farmers and crofters by supplementing their main business income while Greening payments encourage agricultural practices that benefit the environment and climate.

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