Welcome to the fifteenth episode of The RPA Podcast. In our latest episode, we re-visit the topic of Integrated Pest Management (IPM). Last May we discussed the research being done to help farmers tackle pests, weeds and diseases more sustainably and the funding available to help farmers get involved. In this episode we find …
You can now submit your 2026 revenue claim for Countryside Stewardship (CS) or Environmental Stewardship (ES). You have until 11.59pm on 15 May 2026 to submit your claim without reduction. Countryside Stewardship Before you submit your CS claim, please make sure you have updated your land use codes …
We’re changing the way you contact us by email about some of our grants. If you’ve emailed us at one of the addresses listed below, you should now use ruralpayments@defra.gov.uk. What you need to do Remove the email addresses listed below from your safe sender list and do not use them to contact us in …
Welcome to the fourteenth episode of The RPA Podcast. In our latest episode, we talk about how the Cattle Tracing System (CTS) Online is the easiest and most convenient way for cattle keepers to report their cattle births, movements and …
If you have a Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) agreement or a Countryside Stewardship (CS) agreement with RPA, you’ll be aware that we use a range of methods to monitor environmental outcomes. One of the techniques we use is referred to …
We announced an increase to the Higher Level Stewardship (HLS) payment rates in May 2025. In this blog we provide a reminder of how you can estimate the value of your options and let you know when you'll receive your …
There are some actions in the SFI 2024 which are ‘rotational’. As explained in the SFI scheme information, in the second or third year of an SFI agreement, you can: *Some customers of the SFI re-opened offer will not be able …
Welcome to the thirteenth episode of The RPA Podcast. In our latest episode, we discuss the videos produced by RPA to provide farmers with helpful information about what to expect from Field Officer visits, as well as better understand schemes, …
We’re changing the email notification customers receive when they email RPA. What's changing Shorter notification containing a reference number If you’ve recently emailed the RPA email address, you will have received a long acknowledgement email. We are reducing the size …
Herbal leys can offer real rewards for your livestock, soil and your bottom line while benefitting the environment, but success depends on careful planning, establishment and management. When herbal leys are used well, they can enhance your farm's sustainability. In …
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