From invitation to agreement: our approach to the new CSHT
In September, the new Countryside Stewardship Higher Tier (CSHT) service will open for applications to those who have been invited to apply, have received pre-application advice and have completed any preparatory work.
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This blog is managed by Defra’s Farming and Countryside Programme (FCP).
On this blog, we explain the reforms to agricultural policy in England.
We share what we’re working on, what we’re learning and how you can get involved.
Talk to us
This week, you can find us at the following auction marts 9-12pm:
- 19 August Kirkby Stephen in Cumbria
- 20 August Lancaster in Lancashire and Holsworthy in Devon
- 21 August Hallworthy in Cornwall
- 22 August Exeter in Devon
On 23 August, you can also find us at Wensleydale Show in North Yorkshire.
You can find us at these agricultural shows and conferences in 2025.
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Catchment Sensitive Farming (CSF) helps farmers in England protect water, air and soil. CSF advisers can provide advice on best practices and specific actions that will benefit your farm business and the environment.
We’ve compiled a list of organisations offering wellbeing support to those in the farming community.
Webinars in 2025
Sustainable Farming Incentive update (12 May 2025)
Those who started an SFI application within 2 months of 11 March 2025 but did not submit it by that date will be given 6 weeks to complete an application, subject to specific restrictions, including a cap of £9,300 per year per agreement.
Read the full update from Food Security and Rural Affairs Minister Daniel Zeichner.