The application window for 2024 Countryside Stewardship Mid Tier agreements has been extended until 15 September following feedback from farmers.
Defra has confirmed today (18 August) that the scheme will be extended to allow farmers more time to submit their applications online.
The department said there have been ‘some technical issues’ experienced by a small number of farmers when submitting their applications, which have ‘now been resolved’.
Defra said: “The Rural Payment Agency has been working closely with affected applicants and agents to support applications.
