Northern Ireland issues £258.4m in Direct Payments to 98% of eligible farmers.

On September 2, 2024, Northern Ireland's Department of Agriculture issued £258.4 million in Direct Payments to 23,254 farmers, covering 98% of eligible applicants. Minister Andrew Muir highlighted the importance of these funds for rural communities and agricultural sustainability. Payments will continue as applications are validated, and farmers are urged to update their contact and bank details to ensure timely payments, accessible through DAERA's secure messaging service.

September 02, 2024
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