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NFU Scotland host Rural Development Programme events
Around 120 members of NFU Scotland turned out in Castle Douglas recently to hear how the new Scottish Rural Development Programme (SRDP) will work and how farmers can make the most of it.The event was deemed a success by union members and staff alike, with a good deal of positive feedback. The meeting is part of a series of events about the SRDP being hosted by NFU Scotland for their members. Details of further events are below:
- 16th October, 7.30 – 9.30pm, Lochter Activity Centre, Oldmeldrum
- 19th October, 2 – 4pm, Stonefield Castle Hotel, Tarbert
- 23rd October, 7.30 – 9.30pm, Dewars Centre, Perth
- 24th October, 7.30 – 9.30pm, Garfield Hotel, Stepps
- 25th October, 7.30 – 9.30pm, Lodge, Carfraemill, Lauder
NFU Scotland’s Head of Rural Policy Jonnie Hall said, "From agri-environment schemes and farm woodland payments to business development grants and less favoured areas support, the impact of the SRDP will be hugely significant in shaping the future of both individual farm businesses and the Scottish agricultural industry. While yet to be approved by the EU, and with the details of application to be finalised, it is clear that the new SRDP will be significantly different from what has gone before.
"There are many new opportunities available under the new Plan and we want to ensure NFU Scotland members are well-equipped to make the most of them.
"The SRDP has a strong regional dimension, however, we believe that business development measures must be a priority for every region as farming businesses have to be competitive and viable if environmental and other goals are to be achieved."
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- Date
- 8-Oct-2007
- Categories
- COUNTRYSIDE, FUNDING, All Scotland, News - General