IN acknowledgment that some farmers suffered damage to their boundary fencing during the recent adverse weather the Department of Environment, Food and Agriculture has opened the Farm & Horticultural Improvement Scheme.
The application window will be open until 4pm on Friday, May 10, with the emphasis on supporting those who experienced snow-damage to their boundary fencing.
Agriculture Minister Phil Gawne MHK said: ‘I am pleased to be able to support those farmers who have been affected during the recent adverse weather. The snow caused serious damage to boundary fencing in some areas and this is a priority to put right for the safety of stock and road users alike.’
This round will be weighted towards snow-damaged boundary fencing and those applications will follow a fast-track process. There is a further round planned for later in the year, dates to be advised.
All relevant paperwork can be found on the website www.gov.im/daff/animals/fhis.xml For more details phone 685844.