Thousands of farmers 'awaiting an update' on TAMS applications

Data from the department has confirmed that half of the 8,203 applications made under tranche one of TAMS 3 have been approved. 

TAMS provides grants to farmers to build and/or improve a specified range of farm buildings and equipment on their holding. Picture: Andy Gibson.

The priority approval mechanism for Targeted Agricultural Modernisation Scheme (TAMS 3) applications is now open for tranche two.

This tranche closed for applications on January 19.